Brian Rafuse

Brian Gordon Rafuse January 24, 1948 - June 4, 2008 Passed away at the James Paton Memorial Hospital, surrounded by his loving family on June 4th, 2008 Brian Gordon Rafuse age 60. Predeceased by father Harold, brothers Darrell & Mike, father and mother-in-law Norm and Mabel Sheppard, sister-in-law Brenda Quinton. Left with fond and loving memories are his wife Irene, son Steven (Nicolle) of Camrose , AB. grandchildren Hayley and Parker, and a special friend Sophie, mother Winnifred of Brooklyn, NS., brothers John (Sheila) of Windsor, NS., Kennie (Pat) Moncton, NB., Tom (Daphne) of Gander, sister Joan (Wilfred) Hawksworth of Hythe AB., sister-in-laws Norma (Carol) , Jean (Larry), Marion (Barry) all of Gander. Also a large circle of other relatives and friends. Funeral service Saturday, June 7th 2008 at 2:00 P.M. from Fraser Road United Church, Gander. Inurnment at a later date. Brian relocated to Gander being imported by Gander Flyers Hockey Team, October 1968 winning many championship and awards, meeting the love of his life Irene Sheppard and commencing a career with ATC for 32 years retiring May 2003. Brian was very active in his community volunteering his time and talent to Gander Minor Hockey, Sea Cadets Band, Masons, Shriner's, Board member of Gander co-op and teaching guitar groups and the church choir. Brian's love of family was ever apparent and he cherished his time with his grandchildren. Brian dearly loved music, golfing and socializing with many friends. Arrangements entrusted through Stacey's Funeral Home, Gander. Donations in Brian's memory may be made to Daffodil Place P.O. Box 8921, St. John's, A1B 3R9. To sign our memorial on-line guest book please visit www.staceysfuneralhome.ca