Bryan Victor White

Bryan Victor White, aged 81, passed away peacefully on his birthday, Wednesday, January 8th, 2025, in Winnipeg, Manitoba surrounded by family. He was a loving father to his sons Doug (Tara), Don (Treena), Brent (Trisha), and Rob (Nicole) White, and a proud grandfather to seven incredible grandchildren: Kari, Parker, Max, Lily, Mason, Eden, and Alexis. Bryan was predeceased by his beloved wife, Lynda White (nee Wilson), who passed away in October 2012. Despite her absence, he fought hard over the past 12 years to stay active and ultimately found a new routine before his dementia took hold a few years ago. Dad passed calmly, thanks to the compassionate care provided by the staff at Vista Park Lodge Nursing Home in Winnipeg. A special thanks to the entire care team at Vista Park Lodge for their incredible care, patience, and respect in delivering the end-of-life care that Bryan needed.

A humble obituary is fitting for our dad, as that was his way. Decades of being a devoted husband and father of four boys meant a busy life filled with work, school events, hockey, and family dinners, leaving little time for himself. Dad was incredible on the barbeque, a fantastic Sunday night dinner co-host with Mom, a proven navigator on the lake, a capable construction manager at the cottage, and always a proficient Hockey Night in Canada analyst. While not the loudest in the room, he commanded respect in what was often a chaotic "White House" and was always present when Mom or us boys needed anything. From our time as a family on Coleridge Park Drive in St. James, to Burgess Avenue in Fort Richmond, to Kingswood Crescent in La Salle, Dad ensured that all his boys, our friends, and our significant others had a roof over their heads, plenty of food, and lots of love, leaving little to want or need from him and Mom.

Dad began his career in Winnipeg as a Chartered Accountant, followed by professional management stints at both Champs Food Systems in Winnipeg and Arctic Beverages in Flin Flon. Personally, curling, lake time in Minaki or at Welcome Channel in Lake of the Woods, golf, his beloved golden retrievers, his perfectly manicured yard, and spending time with his family were his true passions, where he committed so much time for the benefit of all.

Dad will always be remembered for his unwavering loyalty and the love he had for his family. Not one to be outwardly emotional, in the quiet moments, he showed us his love, and his life will be a testament to the power of simple, unwavering devotion to Mom and our entire family. Rest easy, Dad. Mom's waiting!

No formal family service will be held in Bryan's memory, but if friends so desire, please consider sending a gift of thanks to the Vista Park Lodge nursing home located at 144 Nova Vista Drive in Winnipeg (Ph: 204-257-6688).