Brian Maurice Woodruff
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My partner
One of the world’s loveliest gentleman. We were friends for 22 years, then became partners. Apart from my “Troops” he is the best thing in my life. Brian is also a loving dad, Popsi and brother. He was Director of music and a choir leader at our church, massively talented and a good photographer. If there was an event on, Bri would liven the place up. He always hosted the best BBQ’s and was the life and soul of a party. Brian had a heart of gold, was always kind & caring. Loved & missed by all
Album
A gallery of the fondest memories captured throughout the years. Relive those cherished moments in time or add your special memories of Brian to the gallery.
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Crimbo day 2020. Even though Bri was feeling poorly he entered into the fun of crimbo day with his usual zest, What a wonderful man!
- Sylv
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Celebrating 80 glorious years. Sadly due to the Corona virus (COVID-19) we were unable to party as we wanted , but Brian still had a momentous day.
- Sylvia
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Some of the folk at the coffee morning
- Sylvia
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Brian & Sylv hosted Tuffley’s Biggest Coffee Morning for MacMillan and raised £1,690
- Sylvia
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A very much loved Popsi entering into the fun of Halloween with his grandchildren in Arizona
- Sylvia
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Always very smartly dressed
- Sylvia
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Brian as a chorister. He had a lovely voice
- Sylvia
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Brian with his Mum & Dad and Brenda and Barbara, his lovely sisters
- Sylvia
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Brian as a young boy
- Sylv
Memories & stories
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Pneumonia
Poor Bri had a rough ride after coming down with pneumonia. Fir a while it was touch and go as his breathing was so very weak. Despite being in severe pain and really struggling, Brian still maintained his humour. After flirting with the nurses and being given oxygen he improved quickly and was able to go home. It was very scary at the time
- Sylvia
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Zac
My son Zac was murdered and Brian,being the legend he is did a 12 hour organ marathon to raise funds for Zac’s trust. He played for the full 12 hours and raised over £1,000! The man is awesome and so very much loved. He was my rock and kept me going. I was able to be his rock in the same year after his wife Cynth passed away. After that we were inseparable and enjoyed a new life together. Despite 25 years difference, we had so much fun. Life will be empty without Brian in it.
- Sylvia
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Cancer
Bri was diagnosed with oesophageal cancer in 2018. He thought his days were numbered initially, but then treatment began and Bri started feeling better. He got his appetite back, planned hols with his family and lived life to the full. All was going well, but then a 2nd tumour appeared and bone cancer so a harder journey was faced. Bri was not going to give in easily. He’s a warrior!
- Sylvia
Eulogy
After a long battle with cancer and pneumonia, dear Brian passed away peacefully on December 30th 2020 with Sylv and Jerry(his son) by his side. He knew he was loved and is now at peace.
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