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In memory of those who have Crossed the Bar
GOVAN, Brian F. - After a brief illness on Thursday, December 2, 2021, at the age of 90. Brian is survived by his wife, Ruth and daughter, Kathy Govan; grandchildren, Devon (Kery) and Laura (Danny); great-grandchildren, Aria, Prestyn, and Elena; brother, Victor Govan; sister-in-law, Shirley Govan; brother-in-law, Ross Eddie; as well as nieces and nephews. Predeceased by brother, Philip Govan. Brian owned Restaurant Equipment & Supply Company Limited for 50 years; founding member of R.E.D. Canada Food Service Supplier Buying Group. He had the honour to serve in the Royal Canadian Navy for 15 years on Her Majesty’s Canadian Ships: Magnificent, Ontario, Crescent, Wallaceburg, Sioux, Portage, and Raccoon; as well as shore establishments: Prevost, Star (Great Lakes Training Centre), York (CNE), Naden, Hochelaga, d'Iberville, Stadacona, and Cornwallis. Brian served in the London Power and Sail Squadron in a number of positions, including Squadron Commander, as well as District Commander Western Ontario District, and as a member of the National Governing Board. He was a member of the Great Lakes Cruising Club for 25 years, and was proud of his membership in the Royal Canadian Naval Association. There will be no funeral service. Those wishing to make a donation in memory of Brian are asked to consider ARF Ontario. (Westview Funeral Chapel)
Ships served in: HMCS STAR (Great Lakes Training Centre)
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