DOWSE, Brian Edward Wesley
Brian, beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend, passed away peacefully on April 28, 2026, in Victoria, B.C., at the age of 87. Brian was born in Dublin, Ireland on May 18, 1938. He studied civil engineering at Trinity College Dublin and got his master’s degree at the University of Illinois in Champaign. In the mid-1960s, Brian emigrated to Canada, eventually settling in London, Ontario where he started a family and embarked on his career as a consulting engineer.
Brian’s work took him to more than 40 countries, and he loved to share stories of his adventures. In retirement, he was active on church committees and continued to pursue learning through courses and lectures. Brian cared deeply for others and was involved in charitable causes throughout his life.
Brian loved camping in the Rockies, travelling on cruises, and visiting family and friends across the world. His generosity and optimism touched so many. He will be deeply missed and always loved.
Brian is survived by his beloved wife, Elizabeth Dow; children Susan Dowse (Bryan Valiquette) and Michael Dowse (Jennifer Wilson); step-daughter Deborah Isaac; grandchildren Isabelle Valiquette, Sophie Valiquette, Wilson Dowse and Charlotte Dowse; step-grandson Ares Isaac; and brother Gerald Dowse (Mavis Dowse). He was predeceased in death by his first wife, Ann Dowse, son Alan Dowse, brother John Dowse, and parents Edward and Dorothy Dowse. Brian will also be lovingly remembered by a host of relatives and friends across the globe.
A Memorial Service will occur on Saturday May 9, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. at Saanich Peninsula Presbyterian Church (9296 E Saanich Rd, North Saanich, BC), with a reception to follow the service. Memorial tributes in Brian’s name may be made to charitable cancer or dementia organizations, Doctors Without Borders, or a charity of your choice in lieu of flowers.
Elizabeth and all the family will be forever grateful for all the care provided to Brian – leisure activities, medical attention, uplifting music, and worship – at The Heights at Mt. View. Brian passed away peacefully to his new home (Psalm 23).