Brian Donald Wiese
October 15, 1944 - June, 22 2023
Funeral Details: The family would like to invite you to a Wake in his memory on Thursday August 17, from 3-7pm at the Barrie Golf and Country Club (635 St Vincent Street North, Barrie, Ontario).
Brian passed peacefully at Hospice Simcoe in Barrie, Ontario. He is survived by his beloved wife of 53 years Susan (Arnott) and his three children Marie, Sarah (Jeff) and Laura. He is predeceased by his parents Albert and Laura Wiese (Ginther) of Niagara Falls, Ontario his first wife Suzanne (Gagnon) and son Louis, and his sister Carol (Tom) Webster and son in law David Tarrant (Marie). He is also survived by his two brothers Wayne (Janet) and Gary (Sharon) Wiese. Brian was the most loving and wonderful grandfather to his six amazing grandchildren, Susanna (Dylan), Jackson and Macy, Grady, Sam and Foster and three great-grandchildren Audrey, Dawson and Hayden.
Brian excelled at everything in his life, especially as a husband, dad, brother, and friend. He was born and raised in Niagara Falls, attended Laura Secord Public School, and AN Myer Highschool. He was an exceptional athlete playing many sports including football, baseball, basketball and track winning a gold at OFSAA (Ontario Federation of School Athletic Associations). He was inducted in the AN Myer Hall of fame in 2015. He cultivated wonderful friendships with his “Up South” high school friends for 60 years.
Brian was a graduate of the University of Western Ontario and completed his teaching degree at the University of Toronto, teaching from 1967-1998 in Sudbury and Barrie, Ontario. He made a difference in many students lives as a teacher, guidance counselor and Co-Op Coordinator for Simcoe County. He coached basketball, football and badminton, sharing his love of sports and sportsmanship. He enjoyed golf and pickle ball in his later years and still had the competitive spirit he always had. This love of competition served him well playing any type of card game. He was a master of cribbage, euchre, poker and a stellar trivia player. Brian loved a good joke, was a genius at puns, and loved to laugh.
A huge part of Brian’s life were his skills as a maker and fixer of all things. He built his house in Shanty Bay and two cottages on Livingstone Lake where he put so much of his time and effort. He could build anything with a beaver stick, created beautiful keepsake boxes and could turn anything into a lamp or table. His handiwork will live on in the house and these two cottages. The cottage was where he did his best work with his grandchildren. The many Argo rides, gravel golf and listening to his “old guy” music, and fishing were many highlights. Bopa was beloved by his grandchildren. His wisdom and insights will live long into their adult lives. He was their biggest cheerleader and friend.
We thank the staff at Royal Victoria Hospital and Hospice Simcoe for their care and concern.
If interested, please donate on his behalf to Hospice Simcoe https://hospicesimcoe.ca/ , David Busby Centre https://www.busbycentre.ca/ or Royal Victoria Hospital https://www.rvh.on.ca/ .
Dax and Dave Jensen
Posted on: Wednesday, July 5, 2023Sincere condolences to Susan,Marie,Sarah,Laura and families.
Brian was a loving husband, amazing father and an awesome grandfather and great grandfather.
Brian was kind and always welcoming. His smile, quick wit and laughter will be missed by all who knew him.
I am fortunate to own a few of his pieces of woodwork and they make me smile every time I look at them.
Rest In Peace, Brian.
Love Dax, Dave and Brett
Mary Kay and Psul Marshall
Posted on: Wednesday, July 5, 2023Brian’s obituary was a beautiful tribute to a life well lived. We had many fun times together over the years. Thank you Brian. You will be missed. Hugs to all the family
Mary Kay and Paul
sheryl hennebry
Posted on: Wednesday, July 5, 2023Brian was a wonderful teacher and a gentleman. He had great talent and shared his knowledge and wisdom with no strings attached. He truly cared for his family , his friends and his students. I cherish my keepsake box. I know he will be sadly missed by all who had the chance to be part of his life
Nelson and Virginia Wood
Posted on: Thursday, July 6, 2023What a wonderful tribute to a great guy. We hope your many memories will help you through your grief. His love of life and family have set an excellent example for many. Thinking of you all with love
Nelson and Virginia.
Ken Urbach
Posted on: Thursday, July 6, 2023Sincere condolences to Susan,Marie,Sarah,Laura and the entire family. I envied Brian’s woodworking talent and his dedication to perfection in building his home and cottages. I will remember his friendly smile, gentle manner and commitment to family. Rest in Peace.
Candace Gordon - Busby Centre
Posted on: Thursday, July 6, 2023We offer our condolences to Brian’s family and friends at this time. The brief conversations I had with Brian were inspiring and memorable. Our thoughts are with his family and friends at this time.
Candace – Busby Centre
Janet and Terry Paddison
Posted on: Friday, July 7, 2023Our sincere condolences to Susan and all of Brian’s family. We first met Brian when a group of teachers would play basketball on Monday nights in Barrie North’s gym. It quickly became apparent that Brian was fast, very fast. He was also quick at learning to ski and play golf. Brian was an amazing athlete, academic and artisan. He was also a very good poker player that all of his buddies would attest to. We are sure going to miss you Brian. RIP good friend.
Judi and Merv Bolton
Posted on: Sunday, July 9, 2023Awe, Brian – one of the BEST! At EVERYTHING – husband, father, grand father, brother, friend, teacher, sports, creating and building everything from little boxes to big cottages.
You will be lovingly remembered by all who’ve enjoyed knowing you Brian.
Our sincere condolences to Susan, Marie, Sarah, Laura and all your GRAND children.
Rest in peace Brian – so many wonderful memories will sustain your loved ones.
Amy McCarten
Posted on: Tuesday, July 11, 2023Dear Susan and family,
I am very sorry to learn of your loss. Brian was a wonderful man and will be missed on Livingstone Lake by his neighbours. My heart goes out to you, and I am thinking of you during this difficult time.
Amy McCarten
Shernaz &Dan Kennedy
Posted on: Sunday, July 23, 2023Our deepest condolences Sarah and Jeff Burke and family
Holly and Charlie Land
Posted on: Saturday, August 5, 2023We were deeply sorry to hear of Brian’s sudden passing in June. Although our contact with Brian and Sue has been infrequent over the years, the times that we connected were always enjoyable. Most memorable was ringing in the New Year at your cottage together when 1999 rolled into 2000. We partied to Neil Diamond and rounded out the night with fireworks on the lake. We will miss our summer hellos with Brian, a true and kind gentleman, with skills galore. If you ever need a place to stay in Guelph, Susan, please don’t hesitate to call. Our thoughts are with you and yours.
Perry Camisso and Rosamund Owen
Posted on: Wednesday, August 16, 2023We are saddened by Brian’s passing. He was a thoughtful, interesting man and a great neighbour. We enjoyed impromptu get-togethers with Brian and Susan on the sunny backyard bench. In conversations, Brian added wise and measured thoughts and ideas. We had great respect for Brian and admired his generous spirit. Condolences to Susan and the family. He is missed.
Earl Wiese
Posted on: Wednesday, August 16, 2023My cousin Brian will be remembered as a wonderful person. We hope that wonderful memories will ease the pain of his passing. He will be truly missed.
Joanne McLean
Posted on: Wednesday, August 16, 2023I first met Brian when I stopped weekly at the Wiese home in between Shanty Bay Public School and Girl Guides with my dear friend Marie. I was in awe with the creativity and skill with which Brian and Susan built their home, and I feel lucky to have witnessed it. My love to his family. Brian’s energy and jokes will be missed.
Amy Moss
Posted on: Wednesday, August 16, 2023Sarah, Jeff and Family..
My deepest condolences to you and your family during this difficult time . May he rest in peace and your memories are forever in your hearts