Thursday 31 March 2011

A final goodbye to Brian W. Taylor, killed in Christchurch earthquake 22.02.2011

Yesterday the 31 st of March in Christchurch, over 1300 people turned up to farewell Brian Warrington Taylor who was killed when the Canterbury TV building collapsed on 22 February, 2011.

From talking to many people he was not only a wonderful and very close friend of mine for over 49 years, but a loving and helpful husband, father, brother, friend, teacher, scientist, coach and mentor to many.

You were fittingly farewelled yesterday Brian and I am just sorry I couldn't make it for the service, and for the rip-roaring wake that I am sure followed where all your old friends from your running days gathered to honour, and toast to your memory. My two daughters Aroha and Ruia represented me and were deeply moved by the service. This presentation below has helped me grieve and mourn for you Brian, I hope it will help others too.
Here is a comment from my daughter Aroha who attended the service:
Thank you for introducing me to Brian. He was very generous with his time and he always encouraged me to go beyond my best. Brian’s Funeral was truly amazing and he was described by many as positive, generous with his time, interested in people and passionate. A record of achievments was remarkable. He was very ambitious as are you Dad and it is both admirable and honorable. I know he will be greatly missed by many, the running group will continue to do so well and sure they will forever recall those words of positivity and encouragement as I will. An outstanding Man. May Gods peace & love comfort Prue and Brian’s loved ones.

12 comments:

Marja said...

May he rest in peace

Bob McKerrow - Wayfarer said...

May Brian and all those killed in the earthquake rest in peace and be remembered for what they did for their families, communities and country. Brian did a lot for all three.

Aroha Mckerrow said...

Dad, thank you for introducing me to Brian. He was very generous with his time and he always encouraged me to go beyond my best. Brian’s Funeral was truly amazing he was described by many as positive, generous with his time, interested in people and passionate. A record of achievments. He was very ambitious as are you Dad it is both admirable and honorable. I know he will be greatly missed by many, the running group will continue to do so well and sure they will forever recall those words of positivity and encouragement as I will. Outstanding Man. May Gods peace & love comfort Prue and Brian’s loved ones.

Aroha Mckerrow said...

Dad, thank you for introducing me to Brian. He was very generous with his time and he always encouraged me to go beyond my best. Brian’s Funeral was truly amazing he was described by many as positive, generous with his time, interested in people and passionate. A record of achievments. He was very ambitious as are you Dad it is both admirable and honorable. I know he will be greatly missed by many, the running group will continue to do so well and sure they will forever recall those words of positivity and encouragement as I will. Outstanding Man. May Gods peace & love comfort Prue and Brian’s loved ones.

Ruahines said...

Kia ora Bob,
So glad to read your beautiful daughters were there to represent you. Lovely presentation on spirituality. My condolences Bob, to all who knew Brian.
Rabgimarie,
Robb

Bob McKerrow - Wayfarer said...

Kia Ora Robb.

Time like an ever rolling stream, bears all its sons away....

Brian has gonr, Yes!

I was proud my girls could go. That meant a lot to me.

Anjana Dayal de Prewitt (Gudia) said...

Hope you're feeling better, Bob. May Brian's soul rest in peace and his legacy continue.

Thanks for sharing the spiritual presentation, good to be reminded of these principles.

Bob McKerrow - Wayfarer said...

Dear Anjana, may his soul RIP. I agree, it is important to be reminded of those principles as they guide us through life, even if feel we have to adapt them slightly to fit our own religion.

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