Obituary of Michael Henry Brose

Michael Henry Brose

With Michael's partner Brenda Lee and best friend of 27 years by his side, Mike passed away peacefully on April 17 at 9:03 pm. Lovingly remembered by their daughter Shania McCaffrey and Step-Son Derek McCaffrey. Mike had passed just weeks shy of his 78th birthday. Mike was able to come back home to their cottage for his remaining weeks which meant everything for him. Cherished Grandpa of Reign Isabella Cromarty (9), Aubrey May Labadie (8), Chloe Tanya-Lee Labadie (7), Aria Bella Cromarty (2.5) and Jaxon Michael McCaffrey (newborn of 4 weeks). Mike is survived by his sister Beverley (Al) Smith and his brothers Gary (Vicky) and Ronnie Brose from Saskatchewan. His mother-in-law MaryAnn McKay of Waterloo. Also survived by Debbie (Gary) Bonneville, Darlene (Bill) Garbalbi, and Ron McCaffrey (In-laws). Predeceased by his parents Henry and Frances Brose. Also predeceased by his dog of 18 years Bella. Survived by his beloved dog Willow and cats China, and Sprinter.

Mike met the love of his life, Brenda Lee, playing pool at Sammy's Bar and Grill in Kitchener. Their relationship was one of a kind through the good and the bad. Mike worked as an Industrial Millwright up until his retirement at age 70. Mike was a Jack of all trades always ending up where he loved in maintenance, there wasn’t anything that Mike couldn’t fix or figure out. In his free time, Mike and Brenda Lee could always be found gardening at their home in Kitchener, their number one shared passion. Mike cherished all of the time spent with his daughter and grandchildren, who he absolutely adored. Mike made many happy memories with his family at the trailer park in Cambridge, where they would spend their summers. In his retirement, Mike developed a love for his “brain games” on the computer and watching some of his favourite westerns.

Brenda Lee would like to extend a very special thank you to Gabe and Logan Trepaniar for their care and devotion to looking after and helping Mike throughout his illness, for helping with the many transfers and always being there for us no matter the time of day or hour.  Mike’s family would also like to send their appreciation to the doctors, nurses, and staff at Bluewater Health and Bayshore Home Health for the care and compassion shown to Mike and his family. Special thank you to Dr. E Lilly/Amanda and Dr. Yoshida for their care and compassion and for the so many agencies we can't all name who provided Brenda Lee respite and comfort. This made it possible for Mike to spend quality of time at home till the end with his partner and best friend Brenda Lee and all their so loved pets. 

As per Mike’s wishes, a private family viewing and cremation has taken place. A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date.

In memory of Mike, donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society or the Heart and Stroke Foundation. Arrangements entrusted to DENNING’S OF FOREST.