Obituary for Brent Irwin
William Brent Irwin
December 19, 1955 – January 22, 2023
William Brent Irwin, age 67 years, passed away peacefully at the Brandon Regional Health Centre surrounded by his family on Sunday, January 22, 2023.
Brent was born on December 19, 1955, in Birtle, Manitoba to Joseph and Fern (nee Smith) Irwin. At age 5 years, Brent moved to Minnedosa, where he attended school until grade 9. He then moved to Wellwood at age 15 years, and went to school in Carberry from grades 10 to 12. Brent moved to Carberry in 1975 and lived there for 43 years.
On November 25, 1978, Brent married the love of his life, Margie Van Kommer. Together they had two beautiful children, Steven and Stacey.
Brent began his career as a farm labourer, and later a parts manager and part owner of Mid-Plains Implements, where he dedicated much of his time. He retired in the spring of 2018, and moved to Brandon to be closer to his children and grandchildren that summer.
Brent enjoyed travelling, with a trip to Europe being a highlight for him. He was an avid curler and golfer and loved sports of all kinds. Brent competed in five men’s provincial curling championships (1991, 1993, 1994, 1995, 2002) and two mixed curling championships (1977, 1979). In 1995, Brent’s team won their first four games, making the A event semi-final and causing a great deal of excitement for the town of Carberry. His competitive nature and love for the game was passed down to his two children, and Brent ended his own curling career to become a professional curling spectator. He spent many years cheering on both Steven and Stacey at the provincial and national levels and enjoyed trips to various places in Canada with family and friends.
Brent took great pride in watching his children and grandchildren compete in everything from curling to hockey, baseball, golf, soccer and swimming. Brent loved nothing more than being a grandpa to Jadyn, Ethan, Knox and Zerna. They were the light in his life through the many struggles Brent endured with his health in his last few years.
Brent is survived by his beloved wife of 44 years, Margie; children and grandchildren, Steven (Stacey), Jadyn and Ethan, Stacey (Matt), Knox and Zerna.; sisters Joanne and Cheryl; siblings-in-law Neil (Esther), Bya, Bert (Debbie); and many nieces and nephews.
In keeping with Brent’s wishes, a private graveside service will take place at the Carberry Plains Cemetery at a later date.
Donations in memory of Brent may be made to a charity of your choice.
“In the hearts of those who loved you, you will always be there”.
December 19, 1955 – January 22, 2023
William Brent Irwin, age 67 years, passed away peacefully at the Brandon Regional Health Centre surrounded by his family on Sunday, January 22, 2023.
Brent was born on December 19, 1955, in Birtle, Manitoba to Joseph and Fern (nee Smith) Irwin. At age 5 years, Brent moved to Minnedosa, where he attended school until grade 9. He then moved to Wellwood at age 15 years, and went to school in Carberry from grades 10 to 12. Brent moved to Carberry in 1975 and lived there for 43 years.
On November 25, 1978, Brent married the love of his life, Margie Van Kommer. Together they had two beautiful children, Steven and Stacey.
Brent began his career as a farm labourer, and later a parts manager and part owner of Mid-Plains Implements, where he dedicated much of his time. He retired in the spring of 2018, and moved to Brandon to be closer to his children and grandchildren that summer.
Brent enjoyed travelling, with a trip to Europe being a highlight for him. He was an avid curler and golfer and loved sports of all kinds. Brent competed in five men’s provincial curling championships (1991, 1993, 1994, 1995, 2002) and two mixed curling championships (1977, 1979). In 1995, Brent’s team won their first four games, making the A event semi-final and causing a great deal of excitement for the town of Carberry. His competitive nature and love for the game was passed down to his two children, and Brent ended his own curling career to become a professional curling spectator. He spent many years cheering on both Steven and Stacey at the provincial and national levels and enjoyed trips to various places in Canada with family and friends.
Brent took great pride in watching his children and grandchildren compete in everything from curling to hockey, baseball, golf, soccer and swimming. Brent loved nothing more than being a grandpa to Jadyn, Ethan, Knox and Zerna. They were the light in his life through the many struggles Brent endured with his health in his last few years.
Brent is survived by his beloved wife of 44 years, Margie; children and grandchildren, Steven (Stacey), Jadyn and Ethan, Stacey (Matt), Knox and Zerna.; sisters Joanne and Cheryl; siblings-in-law Neil (Esther), Bya, Bert (Debbie); and many nieces and nephews.
In keeping with Brent’s wishes, a private graveside service will take place at the Carberry Plains Cemetery at a later date.
Donations in memory of Brent may be made to a charity of your choice.
“In the hearts of those who loved you, you will always be there”.