In loving memory
Brett Michael Lawrence
May 20, 1972 – May 10, 2023
Lived 50 years
Chatham, Ontario
Life story
Brett was a one-of-a-kind guy that loved his family, music, his dogs, and above all - humour. He had a brilliant mind and a sharp wit that could get anyone to laugh. He is missed dearly.
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1972
Born May 20
1980
Brett was 8 when Terry Fox began his Marathon of Hope across Canada
1989
Brett was 17 when the Berlin Wall fell
1990
Brett was 18 when Nelson Mandela was released from prison
1991
Brett was 19 when the Soviet Union dissolved
2002
Brett was 30 when Canada's men won Olympic hockey gold for the first time in 50 years
2010
Brett was 38 when Sidney Crosby's golden goal won Olympic gold in Vancouver
2023
Passed away May 10, age 50
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