Daniel Frederick Briand
Passed on: January 19th, 2009
Peacefully in his own home, Daniel Frederick Briand passed away on Monday, Jan. 19, 2009. Dannie was predeceased by his beloved wife and best friend, Diddie. Loving father of Frances and her husband Michael. A blessing to his grandchildren, Erin, Trevor and his wife, Sarah and his great-granddaughter, Lauren. Dear brother of Mayme and her husband the late Donald Clare. Predeceased by his sisters, Rita and Florence and brother, Leo. Sadly missed by many nieces and nephews in Ontario, Quebec and Nova Scotia. Dannie was born in L'Ardoise, N.S., and served with the Royal Canadian Air Force during the Second World War. After the war, he was employed by the steel company in Sydney, N.S. In 1961, he was transferred to Domtar in Trenton, Ont., where he worked until his retirement. He was an active member of St. Peter's Church for over 40 years. Dannie will always be remembered as a kind, gentle and humble man who cared deeply for his family and friends. Visitation will be held today (Wednesday) from 7-8:30 p.m. at Rushnell Funeral Centre, 60 Division St., Trenton. Mass of Christian Burial will be offered at St. Peter's Church, Thursday, Jan. 22, 2009, at 11 a.m. If desired, memorial donations to the charity of your choice would be appreciated by the family. Online condolences at www.quintefuneralcentres.com.
