Peacefully began his final journey on Thursday, May 18th 2017 at Etobicoke General Hospital in his 72nd year after bravely surviving prostate cancer for over two decades. Predeceased by his parents Blanche and Harry Gilbart. Loving husband and best friend of Donna Marie for 43 years. Cherished brother of Ken (Marie), Lynn (Jim), Joyce, and sisters-in-law Anita (Frank), Mary-Anne (the late William), Lawrene (Paul), and will be greatly missed by his many nieces and nephews.

Brian was born in Toronto on the 10th of April, 1945. He graduated from York University, and was a dedicated teacher in the Toronto District School Board until he retired. His fondest times were those spent with Donna at Skeleton Lake, where they opened their cottages to family and friends, helping form treasured memories surrounded by soft beaches, incomparable sunsets, and Brian's gentle spirit.

An enthusiastic athlete and cribbage player, Brian was passionate about sports, especially the Maple Leafs and Blue Jays for whom he had an unwavering loyalty. Brian was an avid reader, and a lover of movies and music, with a deep smoky voice made for stages never graced. We'll always remember Brian for his generosity, kindness, and an infectious laugh whose playfulness betrayed a quiet stoicism.

The family would like to extend its thanks to all the staff in the CCU at Etobicoke General Hospital. As Brian would frequently say in the final few weeks, "You are the true heroes of this world". In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Etobicoke General Hospital or a charity of your choice.