It is with deep sorrow and saddened hearts that we announce the passing of a wonderful man, a loving and devoted husband, loving father, grandfather, son, brother, brother in law & friend. Michael Bryan, aged 61 years passed peacefully away surrounded by his loving family at the Central Regional Hospital on Monday, March 24, 2014.

Predeceased by his father, Michael Bryan (1960), mother, Bridget Beason (1988), father-in law Martin Vickers Sr. (1999), mother-in-law, Margaret Higgins (1976).

Leaving to mourn are his loving and devoted wife of 36 years Ann, his daughter Nancy (Markus) Gerdel, who he loved and cherished, his two beautiful granddaughters, Sara and Emily, and Mick's wonderful family whom he loved dearly; brothers, Alonzo (Alice), James (Agnes), Frank (Margaret), William (Marg), Cyril (Lydia), Ronald (Kim); sisters, Norah (deceased Thomas), Nell (deceased Michael), Winifred (deceased William), Mary (Frank).

Leaving to mourn are his many nieces, nephews, great nieces and nephews, and a large circle of family and friends.

He touched us all with his caring heart and his loving smile. He taught us what family is truly about. Mick's kind and easy going nature made him loved by all; he was uniquely special and will leave a great void in the lives of all who knew him.

Special thanks to the Cancer Care Unit at the Central Regional Hospital.

Resting at the Roman Catholic Church with visitation Thursday, March 27, 2014

2-4pm and prayer service 7pm.

The funeral mass will be held on Friday, March 28, 2014 at the Roman Catholic Church, Citizens Drive, Norris Arm South at 11:00 am. Burial will take place from the Roman Catholic Cemetery.

As an expression of Sympathy donations can be made to the family.

Papa we love you to the moon and back forever!