This was a beautiful service. Brian, may you rest in peace after a long and courageous battle. Sending lots of love from Canada.

You will be missed by so many and you touched so many lifes. Strong and a fighter always pushing through and getting through adversity. An amazing inspiration to your children and grandchildren children. Rest in peace

Love you for ever Poppa ❤️ Rest in Peace xx

Brian you welcomed me into your family with open arms, you taught your kids so many things, you were loved and adored by all your grandchildren. You fought the biggest battle of your life and like a true soldier you fought hard to the very end 🪖❤️ it was a honour to have known you Brian, you will missed you so much but it's time to be free now. Rest in paradise ❤️❤️❤️ Lots of Love Michael, Becky, Jade and Ruby

Brian I will always remember you for your wicked sense of humour and how you and dad would sit and joke and laugh. My most favorite memory was you telling me once how you and dad got so drunk and robbed your own house, then you both pissed yaself laughing. You are going to be so missed by so many, especially my dad (47 years of friendship) I'm so thankful that you were a part of my childhood and for the fun memories that I will forever have.

Remember surf cast fishing down Whanarua Bay at one of dads secret spots Just Brian and myself We pulled a dozen huge snapper out water with biggest nearly 80cm long Best days fishing ever

Brian .. such an inspiration .. You were so strong in your battle .. no complaints, you just fought so hard. We were so happy Nickie found you .. and you her .. and so sad that such a lovely love story endured so much sadness. We must have made a good impression when we travelled across the ditch, as I'm sure you wondered what you'd got yourself into with Nickie's crazy family, but you stuck around, and we're so happy you did. Rest peacefully Brian .. You will be so missed ♡

Dad-You are and forever will be my hero, you fought so hard for so long. You will always have that special place in my heart and your guiding hand on my shoulder will remain forever. I love you so very much

Brian. You inspired me with your tenacity in the biggest fight. Will miss your gentle humour. You were my besties soulmate and will be missed so much by her. Shine bright like a diamond.

No words can say how I’m feeling. You fought the biggest fight. You took it on front and centre. You did it your way, on your terms. I am so proud of you, my hero, battle weary, it was time for you to say you're done. Rest easy. Be forever free 💔 I will never forget you, and what we meant to each other. You were the pea for my pod. My anchor. My rock. Now you’re my guiding star. Love you much - always.