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Brian Ward
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Message from Corinne and Peter Smith
May 1, 2015 12:07 PM
Our house was saddened this morning to learn of Brian's death. We regret that we did not hear of his passing until it was too late to attend his service to bear witness to his life. Brian was a great man and the memorial tributes speak volumes on that point.
Corinne had the good fortunate to have Brian as a colleague in her first teaching assignment at SCCI ("The established school" as Agnes Thorson would say.) He was a good friend and mentor to her in her formative years as a teacher. I too had the good fortune to have Brian as a supervising teacher during my final training session as an educator. He had a profound effect on me and it carried on through my years in education.
Brian's career was long and it was always productive. He served with dedication and dignity in every one of his many assignments. He leaves an enviable record. Corinne and I send our sincere condolences at your loss.
Corinne and Peter Smith
Saskatoon, SK
Corinne had the good fortunate to have Brian as a colleague in her first teaching assignment at SCCI ("The established school" as Agnes Thorson would say.) He was a good friend and mentor to her in her formative years as a teacher. I too had the good fortune to have Brian as a supervising teacher during my final training session as an educator. He had a profound effect on me and it carried on through my years in education.
Brian's career was long and it was always productive. He served with dedication and dignity in every one of his many assignments. He leaves an enviable record. Corinne and I send our sincere condolences at your loss.
Corinne and Peter Smith
Saskatoon, SK
Message from John Strother-Stewart
April 26, 2015 5:17 PM
I am sad to hear of the passing of Brian Ward. He was my home room teacher in grade 11 at what was then Swift Current Collegiate Institute, later W. A. Beattie Collegiate Institute. Next year when I was in grade 12 our class learned that Brian would be promoted to vice principal of W. A. Beattie the following year when O. M. Irwin Collegiate would be opening. Our class was happy for him as we felt that he would be an excellent candidate. He always came across as very knowledgeable yet made his subjects interesting and easy to understand. The loyalty of students to Brian was confirmed when there was an incident between him and a troublesome student in another class and the parents of that student wanted his promotion rescinded. It was common knowledge that that student was a troublemaker and we were glad when we heard that cooler heads prevailed and Brian's promotion was affirmed. We were blesse with a great team of teachers during those years and Brian was near the top of the pack. My classmates and I were blessed to be equipped with a set of high values that we have kept to this day.
His family should be proud of him. While he is now physically separated from you the memories of him shall continue to live on with all of us.
His family should be proud of him. While he is now physically separated from you the memories of him shall continue to live on with all of us.
Message from Loretta Romankewicz for the SC Chapter of Superannuated Teachers.
April 23, 2015 3:59 PM
The smile says it all!. Mr. Ward loved people and life and we loved and respected him.
On behalf of the SC Chapter of Superannuated Teachers I send our sincere sympathy to Brian's girls and their families. Thank you for sharing your Dad with us!
God bless and Take care!
Loretta Romankewicz
Loretta
On behalf of the SC Chapter of Superannuated Teachers I send our sincere sympathy to Brian's girls and their families. Thank you for sharing your Dad with us!
God bless and Take care!
Loretta Romankewicz
Loretta
Message from Judy Shogan
April 22, 2015 4:00 PM
Nancy, Pat and Dawna - so sorry to hear of the loss of your Dad. Have fond memories of your dad from school and your home when we were growing up.
Message from Gail Wall
April 22, 2015 9:29 AM
Mr. Ward reaffirmed my love of history and I will never forget him as a great teacher.
Message from North Saanich, BC
April 21, 2015 4:52 PM
I was lucky to know Brian in several different ways. He was my history teacher when I was in grade 11 and 12. No one messed with him yet we all loved him. He was excited about what he taught and he was always fair. He was the one who took me aside in my last semester and told me privately that if I wanted to go to university there was an anonymous benefactor who was willing to help. My parents couldn't afford it. The respect I had for him carried on when I returned to Swift Current to teach and he was my principal. Again, there was no one better. He raised the bar for everyone on his staff to teach with passion and to treat students and colleagues with dignity. Then, he became the superintendent and the care I saw him give every detail of this responsible position inspired me. I miss his character, the warmth of his smile, and the memories he had of me as a kid from a poor family who did good. It was always such a joy to see him whenever I came to Swift Current to visit my mother, who passed away eight years ago.
My condolences,
Lorna Crozier
My condolences,
Lorna Crozier
Message from Keith&Linda Ahrens
April 20, 2015 9:17 AM
Sorry to hear of Brian's passing.We are unable to attend Brian's funeral as we are away.Brian was a valued educator,colleague and friend.He will be missed by many.
Message from Greg and Michele
April 19, 2015 9:13 PM
Dawna, Carly and kailyn we are so sorry to hear of your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Message from Brian Whiteside
April 19, 2015 8:06 PM
My condolences are extended to the Ward family in the loss of a great man. I had the pleasure and honor of being taught by, coached by, and working with Brian over the course of many years in Swift Current. He was a dedicated mentor to all students, staff and friends throughout his life in Swift Current. He made a valuable contribution to education and public life.
Message from Verena Williamson
April 19, 2015 5:33 PM
My sincere condolences to your family. Brian and Jean were my neighbours and I used to assist them with their cleaning. They were both wonderful, kind people.
Message from Colleen MacBean
April 19, 2015 4:49 PM
My sincere condolences to the Ward girls and their families. Brian was one of my first colleagues when we moved to SC and I had the good fortune to work many years with him. I so much respected him and we were proud to call him a personal friend, Digger will represent us at the service as I unfortunately have to be in Saskatoon.
Message from Maureen (Libbey) Murray
April 19, 2015 1:00 PM
My memories of a very dedicated, kind teacher who was always willing to work with his students will long be remembered....Maureen (Libbey) Murray
Message from Vincent & Emily
April 19, 2015 10:00 AM
We are saddened by your loss, and have fond memories of our times with your parents and family as the SCCHS was established. We are unable to attend the celebration of life on Monday, because Vincent is in hospital recovering from pneumonia. Our sincere condolences to all of you.
A candle was lit by Brenda Penner
on April 17, 2015 2:53 PM
Message from Wes McLachlan
April 16, 2015 1:24 PM
Brian - Mr. Ward, as I knew him was vice principal at W. A.Beatty here when I was in grades 9 and 10. I remember him as a strict but fair person, willing to help anyone who came to learn. a dedicated teacher and a gentleman. The world has lost another of the `` good`` ones.
My condolences to family and friends
My condolences to family and friends
Message from David and Joanne McCabe
April 17, 2015 8:24 PM
We were deeply saddened to learn of Brian's passing. Thank you so much Dawna for keeping us informed. We extend our sincere condolence to the family for your great loss. We were fortunate to enjoy Brian as a colleague, and both Brian and Jean as friends, during our 14 years in Swift Current. Brian was an outstanding educator and inspirational model of leadership whose qualities I still share with my graduate students at UPEI
Message from Linda /Wayne Pusch
April 15, 2015 6:26 PM
We so much appreciated Brian's guidance and leadership during the beginning years of our teaching career. Our condolences to the family.
Message from Jim & Sandy Roberts
April 15, 2015 5:48 PM
We are so sorry we cannot be with you to celebrate a life so well lived. We will miss not seeing the family members and sharing stories. Sandy has to be in Saskatoon for a knee replacement operation scheduled for 10:00 AM April 20. We will miss him!
Jim
Jim
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