January 12, 1936 – January 18, 2026
Brian Arthur Harris, age 90 years, passed away peacefully in his Selkirk home surrounded by his family.
He is survived by his loving wife of 68 years, Deanna (nee Chapman), his three children; Mike (Cindy), Wendy (Steve), Chris (Brenda); son-in-law Kym Terry (Nicki); eight grandchildren; Justin Harris (Kim), Mandy Packota (Trevor), Tory Harris (Briane), Colin Harris (Melissa), Melissa Andrade (Rob), Jillian Harris (Erik), Andrew Harris (Nicole), Catherina Golden (Tyler); fourteen great-grandchildren plus one more due to arrive in February; his brother in England, Les Harris (Audrey); and many nieces and nephews, in both England and Canada.
Brian served in the RAF and was proud of his service! He was a devoted family man who wanted the best for them. He was always a hard worker. He built two houses in England before immigrating to Canada in 1978, where he built his family one last home. He loved spending time with family and enjoyed many happy summers at their backyard pool. He retired in 2000 with Deanna and then spent many years travelling, meeting many people who became friends.
The family extends their heartfelt gratitude to Dr. Clarke and Nurse Heidi from Palliative Care, and all the Homecare staff who compassionately cared for Brian over these past months.
Flowers gratefully declined. As tokens of sympathy, donations may be made to the Cerebral Palsy Association of Manitoba in support of Owen’s Heroes.
Brian leaves behind a legacy built on hard work and service, integrity, family and friendship, and love. His absence will be deeply felt.
A Celebration of Life will be held at Clandeboye Hall on Thursday, January 29, 2026 at 1:30 p.m.
Family and friends are invited to share memories and condolences on Brian’s memorial page using the comment field below.
Randy and myself met Brian and Deanna many years ago in Texas and fast became friends. Spent many nights playing cards over a few drinks and many laughs. Spent the next 15 years in friendship with them both. Brian had a great sense of humour, was wonderful to be in his company. Rest in Peace Brian. Thanks for the many memories.
IM SO SORRY DEANNA AND ALL YOUR FAMILY FOR YOUR LOSS.
🕯RIP BRIAN
Condolences to the whole family. My brother and I were two of the first home daycare kids at Deanna and Brian’s. They played a big part of our childhood. Many memories were made swimming in their pool, riding bikes up and down the driveway, putting on “shows” for the other kids and many more.
Carrie Wilkinson (Arnold)
I remember staying with Brian and Deanna in 1980 with Pam and Courtney Geach. Very precious times and fond memories of special people.
Jane Bridges [formerly Knight]