Tribute

With heavy hearts and sadness we inform of the passing of Herbert Thomas Brown, age 70 years, on February 14, 2018 at the Christine Morrison Hospice in Mission, BC after a courageous battle with cancer. He is survived by his high school sweetheart, soulmate and beloved wife of 48 1/2 years, Lana Lee (Langford); his son Byron Herbert (Zoe) and grandsons Tyler, Sheldon and Mason; his son Trevor Lee (Tanya) and granddaughters Keyara and Kylee and grandson Keenan, all of Mission, BC; his mother Doreen Brown and Aunt Mildred Moore of Prince Albert, SK, six sister-in-laws, five brother-in-laws, numerous nieces, nephews and cousins, as well as many cherished friends. He was predeceased by his father, John in 2000, his brothers Alan in 2017, Donald in 2018 and Arnold in 2016; his mother-in-law, Irene Langford in 1978, his father-in-law, Charles Langford in 2001, his brother-in-law, Timothy Langford in 2005, as well as uncles, aunts, nephews and cousins. Herb loved the outdoors. He coached baseball and hockey when his sons were young. He loved to golf and was a lefty, so enjoyed many years of the “Left-Right” Golf Tournament with his good friend, Doug Braaten. He enjoyed many good times together with his “bro” Archie Balaski at weddings, dances and just sitting around at home. Eight winters were spent in Alamo, Texas where many good friendships from all around the USA were formed and continue. Herb was a competitive pool player in Texas and looked after a few different pool leagues. He was also a very competitive shuffle player and won many trophies in both sports. Herb thoroughly enjoyed two major trips taken – the British Isles in 2015 and China in September, 2017. He loved to ride his bike around the neighbourhood, meeting with neighbours. Card games were his forte, especially crib, which he continued to play and win. His biggest passion was camping, which was done every summer where he could relax and enjoy the sounds and sights of nature. He also had many nicknames, with Lana calling him Herbie, everyone else calling him Herb and he informed all of us he was “Superb Herb”. A celebration of his life will take place on Monday, February 26th at 10:00 a.m. at the Mount Calvary Lutheran Church, 32420 7th Avenue, Mission, with Pastor Leslie Kern officiating. A luncheon will follow at the Royal Canadian Legion on 32627 Logan Avenue, Mission after the service. A special thanks to Dr. A. Mortimer for her dedication and friendship to Herb and all the wonderful staff and volunteers from the Christine Morrison Hospice for the tremendous care provided to him during his difficult journey. Herb will be missed very much and stay in our hearts forever. In lieu of flowers, donations in his name may be made to the Mission Hospice Society, 32180 Hillcrest Avenue, Mission, BC V2V 1L2

Memorial in Prince Albert, Saskatchewan to be announced