Bertram G.
Brake
Corner Brook, NL
It is with great sadness that the family of the late Bertram Brake
announce his passing on Friday, June 1st, 2012 at Western Memorial
Regional Hospital at the age of 76. Bert was just recently inducted
into the Newfoundland and Labrador Hockey Hall of Fame, the Player
category, and was due to receive the honor on June 9th, 2012. Leaving
to mourn his ever devoted children: Lynn Brake, Lori Veitch (John),
and Peter (Bobbie) Brake; daughter-in-law: Juanita Brake; three
grandsons: Drew Hynes (Krista), Adam and David Brake; as well as many
relatives and friends. He was predeceased by his wife, Isobel; son
Bert Jr.; grandsons: Nathan and Shaun Brake; son-in-law: Ed Hynes;
parents: Frederick and Melissa Brake; sister: Maxine and brothers:
Frederick and Melbourne. Granting his wishes, cremation has taken
place at Humber Valley Crematorium. Visitation will take place from
Fillatre’s Funeral Home, 4 St. Marks Avenue on Saturday evening,
7-9:00 p.m. and Sunday, 2-4 and 7-9:00 p.m. The funeral service will
be held on Monday, June 4th at 11:00 A.M. at St. Michael and All
Angels Anglican Church, Park Drive. The Interment will follow at Mt.
Patricia Cemetery, with Reverend Roberta Woodman officiating. As
expressions of sympathy, flowers are graciously accepted or donations
may be made the charity of one’s choice.
Condolences
I am deeply sorry for the loss of your Dad.My thoughts and prayers are with you in this time of sorrow.
— Lynne Crewe
Oh, my God. It's only the other day that I phoned to congratulate Bert on being inducted into the Hall of Fame. We are very sorry to hear of his passing but he is certainly in the real Hall of Fame now. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this time. Remember all the fun times to help ease your sorrow and I'm sure there are many fun times to remember.
— Frances and Elias Wheeler
To all of Bert's family,my thoughts and prayers are with you at this very sad time. Now he has to listen to Skipper George again.
— Flo Randell
YOUR DAD IS IN ALL OF YOU HE WILL BE AROUND HERE FOR A WHILE.
HE IS DANCING WITH YOUR MOM NOW AND CALLING HER SPOOK....DOESN'T STOP MISSING HIM THOUGH.TAKE CARE!
— BOOTS/VERNA
So sorry for your loss. Deepest condolences from all the family. Take care
— Nan Hynes and Family
Very sorry to hear of your Dad's passing, my thoughts are with you.
— l
LYNN LAURIE AND PETER .I WAS SAD TO HEAR OF YOUR DADS PASSING .I CAN STILL HEAR HIM SAYING GOOD NIGHT LOLLIE .PLEASE KNOW MY TAUGHTS ARE WITH YOU ALL AT THIS SAD TIME
— theresa mccarthy
sorry to hear of your fathers passing.he was a great friend,and hockey buddy,he will be missed.
— Ed DIESEL. Lawrence
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.We will cherish his memory forever. Thanks BERT!
— Michael & Diane Greening
Deeply saddened by this news, stunned really...sincere condolences to Lori, Lynn, Peter and their families...
— Rick Buckley
Lynn,Lorie,Peter. Sorry to hear of your Dad Passing.Since we are away We will be thinking about you guys. Our prayers & thoughts and prayers are with you Myra & John
— Myra Shears
Sincere condolenceswith to the family of the late Bert Brake.As a hockey player with the West Side
Monarchs in the old Corner Brook Senior League I
played many games against Bert when he was a great goalie with the Curling Rangers and the Corner Brook Royals.He was a gentleman both on and off the ice. I was delighted to see him elected to the Hockey Hall of Fame-well deserved.
Go safely home Bert and rest in peace.
— Kevin( Bronco) Pardy
Our thoughts are with you at this very difficult time. Your dad is at peace once more. Take care all.
— Debra & Ben Simms
So sorry to learn of the passing of Bert. He was a fine Gentleman as well as a great hockey player. My condolences to the family.
— Ron Taylor
Remembering Bert today... all the hockey games we attended, his smile, how he made you feel like you were his best friend every time you met him somewhere. We are thinking of you, the family, today and your loss. God bless you all...
— Bob & Ros Williams
Peter & the Brake Family So sorry to hear of the passing of your dad---Bert was a good friend and hockey buddy with who I shared many good times with during our years with the Royals.Thoughts & prayers are with you at this time.
— Fred Randell
Bert was a gentleman . Please know that you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers at this time
— Mark LaCosta
So shocked and saddened to hear of your Dad's passing, cherish the many memories you have, they are a great comfort at such a sad time and the trying times ahead.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
— Calvin & Wanda Parsons
I am so sorry to hear this news. Just the other day I was talking about the wonderful ice rinks your father would make in your backyard on Glen Haven. I have such good memories of being at your house. I am thinking of you all.
— Odette (Pye) Merchant
We are so very sorry to learn of your Dad's death; please accept our sympathy and know that you are in our prayers as you mourn.
— James and Mildred Bungay
Lynn, Lorie, Peter and families,
We are so sadden to hear of Bert's passing. I was hoping to see Bert Christmas to catch up and to hear a few more of his stories. His laugh and general good nature always made being around him a good time. He will be deeply missed.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all and we hope that you take some comfort in knowing that Bert was loved by many people.
Love,
Greg and Anu Walters
— Greg and Anu Walters
Lori, I am devastated to hear the news of Bert's passing. And Again, I am away and not able to see you. I like to think, he is in Heaven with Isobel right now, getting reacquainted. Love you all.
— Deanne Hicks Solo
I am so sorry to hear of Bert's passing. He was a dear friend of my father's, and I am sure that he was greeting him with open arms when he arrived in heaven. Take comfort in knowing that he and your mother are reunited once again. Take care.
— Nikki Pollett
MY SINCERE SYMPATHY ON THE BERT,S PASSING.we were good friends for many years esp. in our hockey years together.God BLESS.
Bill
— Bill Hicks
Peter and family, so sorry to hear of your loss. Please accept my heartfelt condolences at this difficult time.
— Darlene Whalen
Sorry to hear about your father's passing. I wished that he could have gotten better for his Induction into the Hockey Hall of Fame. My prayers are with you all.
— Joe Lane Jr.
Deepest sympathy to you all.
— John and Beverly Hare
Lynn & Lori & families;
I am very sorry to hear of your Dad's passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. In deepest sympathy. Angie & family
— Angie Knee
Please accept our deepest sympathy.
— Bert, Bertha & Barry Coish
So sorry to hear of the passing of your father. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.
— Allan and Dianne Skanes
•Lynn, Lori & Peter, I am deeply saddened by your loss. Words seem inadequate to express the sadness I feel for you, but please accept my heartfelt sympathy.
— Rebecca Pennell
Lynn, Peter & family. So very sorry to hear of Bert's passing. I absolutely loved him. I'm happy he knew he was voted into The Nl Hockey Hall OF fAME.
I was out of town on the weekend. Shocked to hear of his death. I'll never forget him.
My heart goes out to you all.
Bill
— Bill ColesHB45KT
Just wanted to let you now that I am thinking about you. He was such a nice and caring man! We have lost another fine Curling gentleman! Warmest regards,
Katrina Basha
— Katrina Basha
So sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult and sad time.
— Russ Ball
Dear Lori, Lynn and Peter,
Cait and I send our deepest condolences. I was so saddened to hear of your Dad's passing. It was so nice to see him - and all of you - at your Mom's wake, even under such sad circumstances. It brought back so many wonderful memories of our idyllic childhood, growing up on Glen Haven. All of our parents really were raising us by committee! I was as comfortable at your house as I was in my own. Your Dad was a gentle and kind man and he will be greatly missed. Take good care of yourselves.
— Steve Myrden
On behalf of Bernice Easton, myself and Charmaine Easton, our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. There are many fond memories going back to the days of Bert's BA.
— Geoff Easton
Lynn, Lori and Peter. I was very sad to hear about the passing of your Dad. He was certainly a big part of many lives and was a true mentor to me when I was a teenager. He will be greatly missed. - Glenn & Family
— Glenn Carroll
My deepest sympathy on Berts passing. He was a dear friend of our family and I have many great memories of Bert and dad enjoying life. He was a true gentleman!
— R. Troy Pollett
Our sympathy to Bert's family. May your memories comfort you at this difficult time.
— Kevin and Mabel Sheppard
Sandra and I have just learned of Bert's passing and we wish to extend our sincere condolences to all. We have very fond memories of both your Father's and Mother's kindness
— Fred and Sandra Rowe
so sorry to hear about your father's passing, my deepest sympathies to you and your family
— Peggy Tuff Janes
Since I have been out of town I just heard of Bert's passing and I am so sorry to hear of it. He was a great friend and a hockey buddy of mine. My condolences to all of his family.
— Hector Caines
So sorry I wasnt available to attend your dad's wake or funeral,he will be sadly missed by all his friends he and Bruce were great friends now they can swop stories and yarn all day .I remember when we spent a lot of time together in Florida it brings back great memories and Im sure you have lots as well, thats what will keep your heart warm is all the good times and funny stories . God bless you all and may God give you courage to go on with your lives, it will be hard but it will get a little easier as time goes on.
— Gladys Batten
