June 10, 1949 – March 12, 2022
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Brian Wright on Saturday, March 12, 2022 in his 73th year after a short illness.
Beloved husband of Roslyn Wright (nee Kightley). Cherished father of daughter Laura (Mark) Perry (nee Wright), predeceased by his mother Rachel Wright, and father Eric Wright. Much loved brother to Vivienne (Jim) Davidson. Much treasured brother-in-law to Robert (Ann) Kightley and Jim Kightley. Brian will be missed by an extended family of nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends around Canada.
Brian was a true friend who was always ready with a joke, a story, or a helping hand. He never met a bug he couldn’t kill (legally, of course) or a piece of junk that couldn’t be made into amazing lawn art. His ability to relate to people and become your closest friend in a microsecond was uncanny and served him well in his career with serving customers in the pest control industry. However, his ability with a rake, shovel, and wood in landscaping and beautifying yards was legendary and many a home of his friends and family proudly display the results of this talent! Bob Seger lost his biggest fan and we’re all grateful that Brian wanted to listen and not sing along!
Celebration of Life to be held in early spring with invitations to be sent at a later date. There will be a private cremation and internment at the family plot at the Barrie Union Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, the family would appreciate donations to the Bethell Hospice Foundation (foundation.bethellhospice.org) or the Canadian Cancer Society (cancer.ca).
The family wishes to express their deepest thanks to all of their friends and family for their support and love over the past three months. It takes a village to both raise a child and to care for a family losing a loved one. A special thanks to the amazing people at Bethell Hospice for the end-of-days care and attention for Brian.
Condolences for the family may be offered at www.EganFuneralHome.com
Audrey Faris
My dear Roz, so sorry for your loss. I’m here when you need me.
Carletta Davis-Sandford
Brian was a friend and associate of George “Michael” Davis and our entire family. He was such a wonderful man, always making Jokes and showing empathy for his friends.
We were indeed saddened by his sudden passing and wish Roslyn and Laura our sincere condolences.
He will be missed.
Brian Eternal Rest Grant on to you Oh Lord ,and Let Perpetual light shine on you
Gods special Blessings to your lovely family Roslyn and Laura
Carletta & Karina and family.
Laurie Morgani
Dear Rozlyn and Laura. Please accept our deepest condolences on the passing of Brian.
Such a beautiful tribute to an exceptional husband, father and friend.
Love Laurie and Michelle Morgani
Cheri Hoar
Ros, Laura, Mark and Family
We are so sad for the loss of Brian, lost for words. He was always funny, always made us laugh no matter what.
He was family to us.
All our love and hugs
Geoff, Cheri and Alyssa (Zack)
Larry/Nancy Morton
Words cannot possibly express our sadness . Brian was a VERY close friend .
Our Mayor on Sunshine Mountain and so much more . Our love, friendship and support always to our Roslyn. To Laura and Mark our deepest love and condolences . Laura you made your Dad so , so proud and he will continue to watch over you. Spring is just around the corner … every bird that chirps , every bud on a tree ….. we will think of our BRIAN.
Jennifer Sole
Roz, Laura and Mark. We are truly so so sad and sorry for this huge loss. Brian was a light on Sunshine mountain. An incredible friend. Comedian. Encourager. Never a negative thing was allowed to be said in his presence. Our hearts are broken. He will truly be missed. Our love to you and huge hugs. Love from all of us. Jenn. Doug. Jeff. Kate. Jord and Jess. We will surely squeak down a shot of 40 for Brian. ❤️
Sondra Simonetta
Dear Brian
We will miss our brunches, dinners, and card games, but most of all we will just miss you.
It is time to retire your gardening tools and pest control supplies. It is time for you to watch over your loved ones as guardian angel now.
Our deepest sympathies to you Roslyn, Laura, and Mark. May you find comfort in family and friends who love you.
Sondra, Stephen, Siena, Summer
Michelle
Dear Brian,
The mountain will never be the same without you. You certainly brought the sunshine to Sunshine Mountain. No one could have ever asked for a nicer neighbour, always with a smile on your face and first to raise their hand to help with any project, big or small. You will be forever missed.
Dear Ros and Laura,
I am so sorry for your loss. My heart breaks for both of you. You are amazing women and wonderful friends. Thank you for sharing Brian with us through all the years. My thoughts and heart are with you.
Love, Michelle, Gary & Georgi
Jaime Moore
My deepest sympathies on the loss of Brian. Sending thoughts, prayers, and hugs your way at this difficult time.
Jean Fader
Roslyn, Laura, Mark and extended family, sincere condolences in the loss of Brian. He will always be remembered fondly and with a huge smile.
May his memories become treasures in your heart, to grow more precious with each passing day
Sending you love and hugs. Jean
Campolucci Family
We wish our deepest condolences to the entire Wright family for your loss! Brian has always been an amazing role model, father figure and friend since the first day we met. Im forever grateful and I will always cherish our beautiful memories. He will be forever in our hearts ❤️
Vic & Anne Marie Simonetta
Ros, Laura & Mark,
We just can’t find the words to express our shock & sorrow for the passing of Brian who will always remain in our minds & hearts as such a kind gentle man. The jokes were always there as well as the love he had for you & there could never be a soul more proud of his talented daughter. He will be so missed by all who were fortunate to have known him.
Love, Anne Marie & Vic
Colleen Anderson
Dear Roslyn, I never had the pleasure of meeting you but I worked with Brian for many years at PCO/Orkin. I am sure you will miss his ready smile and of course who could forget the jokes. What I remember most about him though is his willingness to lend a hand with whatever or listen to you if you were feeling down or sad.
He will always be in my heart as he will with you just by keeping those memories close.
Colleen Anderson
Lillian Strachan
Dear Ros, Laura and Mark,
We are all so sad to have lost our dear friend Brian. He was the mayor of Sunshine Mountain and was always helping his neighbours with any landscaping advice, bugs and rodents. There really wasn’t any task he couldn’t help you with. He always had a joke to tell and was such a positive person. I can honestly say that Brian was one of the happiest people we have ever met. This man adored his wife and was truly proud of his daughter. We will all miss his presence on our street, Brian was the bright light on Sunshine Mountain. Rest In Peace
Gary Muldoon
So sorry to hear of Brian’s passing
My condolences to the family
He was a great guy and a fine friend!
God speed Brian
Gary Muldoon
President (retired)
Orkin Canada
Mark Thomas
So sorry to hear of your loss.
Brian was a colleague of mine when I was with Orkin, he was always willing to offer assistance and guidance wherever he could
He was very respected in the industry and we continued to speak from time to time when he moved to Citron
Later he went to work for Doug at Apex
He will be missed
Anne Patterson
Bill and I are truly saddened by the sudden passing of Brian; may he rest in peace and rise in glory to meet his Lord.
We are thinking of Lyn, Laura, Jim, Rob and Ann at this time – please receive our condolences. May the Lord comfort you and give you peace.
– Love from Anne and Bill Patterson
Doug and Julie Smith
Ros,
On behalf of Julie, myself and the Apex team, we are very sorry for your loss. Brian was an extraordinary person who created an amazing atmosphere where ever he was. He was the oxygen in a room and made everyone laugh and smile. Knowing Brian made us all better people. We are so grateful for the time we shared with him.
Laura, please know, he was so proud of you. He would smile from ear to ear every time he spoke of you and would share pictures of your performances at every opportunity.
Brian will continue to be in our hearts, and our memories of him will always make us smile.
With deepest sympathies,
Doug and Julie Smith
Diana Simonetta
Brian,
you will always be my number one “Door God”. I am so grateful to have met you all those years at the Recitals.
Ros and Laura,
I am so sorry for your loss, I am thinking of you during this time.
Steve Nicholls
Brian, you were a treasure, and a mentor, and friend, when you rehired me back to PCO in 1985, from a earlier stint there as well, and gave me a full route to do in 2 weeks, in an area I was not familiar with, a Dodge D50, with the passenger window out of it, closed off with a green garbage bag, and gave me a 15 minute lesson on how to drive a standard in the back parking lot, every time we met, that was always brought up, it never grew old, either did your John Lennon shades and the old Vette Rip my friend, With deepest sympathy to Ros and his entire family
Tom Cameron
My Condolences to Brian’s family. Brian was a true gentleman and colleague form the old PCO Services , who some of us older people recognize the name. Brian was a mentor always with a solution to a problem or just the ability to say Hello how are you doing. This is a huge loss to the Pest control industry and to society as we all know it.
Sue Jessop
My deepest condolences to all of Brian’s family for your loss of a great man. He was a bright light and treasured gem in our local community!
When he strolled into my workplace to purchase birdseed there was always a greeting with his famous smile. I knew I was in for a nice visit with a few good laughs and would definitely hear about his latest triumphs in the pest control world! Such an expert in the pest control industry with a strong passion for his work.
Out would come his cell phone.. so proud of recent pictures to bring me up to date on family photos, events, the cool cars he enjoyed, woodworking projects, fabulous vacations, plus his family home with amazing pool and treasured gardens!
Brian you surely will be missed by all who knew you! Thanks for your smiles and the laughter. It always made my day!
John Veselisin
Our Condolences to Roslyn and Family, Brian was polite always cheerful and quick with a joke. Great memories from Jamaican trip.
John and Sandra Veselisin
Anna DeBartolo
My Sincere Condolences to the Wright Family.
I truly enjoyed when Brian came into our office, he would share a story with me and we had a good laugh.
His smile would light up a room.
He will be missed.
Anna DeBartolo
Richard, Nita, Darren & Aneesa Chandarpaul
Ros and Laura,
You know what Brian meant to us. He was a light in our lives just like yours and we are heartbroken and incredibly sorry for your loss. Brian was our mentor, best friend, comedian but most importantly “Uncle Brian” to the kids. They adored him. Our lives are better for having seen his zest for life, constant smile, encouragement of us, and his love for his “better half”. Laura, I know you have heard it before but the pride your father had for you, your accomplishments and talent was always admirable to us – you were so lucky! May all the incredible memories you have of Brian warm your hearts the way they will ours forever.
We are here for you always. Xox
Valerie and Howard Jones
We were very saddened to hear of Brian’s illness and passing. Brian was the “sunshine” of our street, Sunshine Mountain Drive, and the best neighbour anyone could hope for. We will always remember his wonderful smile, his sense of humour, and his kind willingness to help people in the neighbourhood. We would often meeting him walking his dog and, if the weather was even slightly better than usual, he would always say, “It’s a beautiful day in paradise.” His positive attitude was infectious. We offer our sincere condolences to Roslyn and Laura on the loss of such a dear husband and father.
Steve, Shannon, Matthew and Leah Morton
Roz, Laura and Mark,
Brian was truly one of a kind. His humour was always a breath of fresh air even in stressful situations he could always make a person smile. His love for family and friends was never a question, he was one of the greats! We will miss him dearly.
Lara Simonetta
Dear Ros, Laura, and Mark;
My condolences to all of you. Brian’s humour and easygoing spirit are so memorable. His loss in your daily lives will be huge, and I hope that sharing stories and memories filled with laughter and love with your family and friends will bring you some comfort.
Mary Balinov
From The Balinov Family
Dear Roslyn, Laura and Mark
It is with great shock and sorrow that we learned of the passing of our beloved friend and neighbour for so many years. Never a dull moment when anyone was in his presence. A man with a big heart and positive thoughts in life. What wonderful memories for all of us to cherish!! Sending you all our deepest condolences and know that we are here for you always!!❤️ Rest In Peace Brian!! You touched so many lives by being the wonderful caring person you are. And for that we will always love you and miss you.
Laura and Bruce
Cousin Brian, you were a bright star in our Wright family, and I so appreciated that we kept in touch over the years. Your “Hey, Cuz!” always made me smile and my heart glow, and your ever smiling face and positivity were infectious. Thoughts of you will always make me happy, and memories of your unlimited kindness and generosity will remain an inspiration. Bruce and I will continue to look forward to our visits to Sunshine Mountain, and though we’ll miss your humour and hugs, we’ll enjoy reminiscing with your loving wife in your crafted landscape. Ros and Laura, he loved you both so deeply. Take some comfort knowing you have supportive family and wonderful neighbours. We were truly blessed to have Brian touch our lives.
PAUL BRUNO
Our deepest condolences to Roz, Laura, Mark and all family members for your loss.
We were very fortunate to be neighbors and friends with Brian , Roz and Laura.
Brian had a special gift of being a people person first, through helping, humor and laughter
He was always a bright light and had a caring way with people and dogs.
We will, and already miss him
Our family is here for your support
Vicki, Paul, Nick and Emily Bruno
Koropatwa Family
Ros, Laura, Mark, we were all extremely saddened to hear the passing of Brian. Our condolences to all of you! I have called him “B” for over 25 years and can say that he was very great friend to me all those years. Even when time had lapsed between us seeing each other, we would pick back up like it was yesterday. Nancy and I were remembering when you guys showed up to our first house in Barrie to help us move in. You pulled up in the convertible with Laura wrapped up in the backseat. Such a giving heart. Always had a big smile and helping hand! He will truly be missed! We will keep your family in our thoughts and prayers. Rest in peace “B”!
Paula Raymond
Dear Roslyn, Laura, Mark and rest of the family,
Our deepest condolences to all of you. We shared some lovely moments in seeing our daughters through high-school and university. Brian always made us laugh and was a true pleasure to be around. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this most difficult time.
Paula, John, Samantha and Brittany Raymond
Todd Summers
My Deepest condolences Roz
Brian and I have been friends and colleagues for 35 plus years. He was always quick with a joke and
loved showing off his car, and telling all about you and his family.
He will be deeply missed
Kristina Seca
Brian, the man of many words and wisdom. The man who never took for granted a moment for a joke, one-liner or piece of advice. He quickly became our friend and playmate to our children. We are eternally grateful for his sunshine that came with our piece of the mountain. Laura and Ros, our family is always here to support you in any time of need. We know the void is never fulfilled! Brian was always life to the fullest!! In that you should be so proud and soul satisfied, never a moment wasted. Laura, gosh he was so proud of you, in every way possible. Though we officially only met a few times, we know you like our own! Your dad never spared any detail, picture or video. Ros, our dear friend, there are no words to soothe a broken heart. We offer hugs and laughs and warm dinners whenever you need. We are a mere phone call away. We send you all love and light. Rest peacefully our dear Brian.
Gabriel, Kristina, Silia and Luc (Fruit Loops & Cheerios)
Linda Ryan
Although we have known Brian for a short time on Sunshine Mountain Drive, he welcomed us with open arms when we moved to the neighbourhood in spring of 2021. He was always so friendly, funny and very kind. We were extremely shocked and saddened to hear of his passing.
Roslyn, thinking of you and your family during this very difficult time.
Linda and Bill Ryan
Bill Melville
Deep condolences to Brian’s family as well as to many who knew him as a friend or co-worker! I have so many wonderful memories of times spent with Brian over more than 30 years; who was always quick with a smile, positive thought or friendly advice. And, yes, his special pride always showed when talking about Roslyn and Laura! May these wonderful memories offer support and comfort during this time. I will always hold his friendship close and dear.
Bill Melville
Maire
Brian was such a sweet soul. I loved when he’d come into our shop for pest management. He was always lovely to talk to and spoke so highly of his family. I wish everyone who was close to Brian my deepest sympathies, he will be missed.
Nancy Evans
Dear Roslyn and Laura
So sorry to hear the passing of Brian. He always had a big smile and a joke for you.
My deepest condolences to you and Laura.
Antonietta Raposo
My condolences to your family. I had the pleasure of knowing Brian as he provided his services to our company.
He will be remembered as a kind and gentle soul.
mike mcwilliams
My condolences to your family. I have known Brian like many through his pest control world. I worked with him at Orkin and he became my first sales person in Canada at Univar! As always he did a great job, we had fun and had many laughs.
He was considered a friend and was never lost for words, a smile, a quick joke and always there to help. He loved working with people but more than that it was the love for his family. He was always talking about you guy and how proud he was of Laura, a proud Papa to be sure.
He will be missed on many levels.
jeremy Kirkham
SO very sorry to hear of the passing of such a great man. Brian taught me so much about the pest control industry as well as being a man. I know he touched many people in his life.
Diane marcello
Our deepest condolences on the passing of Brian. He was such a great person and friend and he will be truly missed. It was a pleasure to know him. Rest In Peace dear friend.
Your friends always
Diane and Nino marcello
Josie benevenga
My deepest condolences to the Wright family.
Brian made everyday a great day no matter the situation or circumstances. A true gentleman and wonderful person. Rest in light and peace.
You will be missed.
John Murphy
My condolences to your family.
I knew Brian through the pest control industry.
He was a friend , and I would always look forward to spending time with him.
Tania Spaziani
My deepest and sincerest condolences to Brian’s wife, daughter and family. I had been trying to reach Brian for a couple of weeks and am in shock to hear of his passing. He provided my family with amazing service. He always made us laugh and would always speak highly of his daughter and wife. He would enjoy his espresso and show my mother and I pictures of his family, he was so proud! It was a pleasure and honor to have known such a great man. He will be missed. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you.