The following messages of condolence and symbols
have been added in memory of Brian.

Farewell to a loving and loved partner and friend over the last 17 years. So many happy times and great conversations. Goodbyes too from my 3 boys .
Happy sailing in your next boat!
Much love
Liz

Brian was an amazing man. Life was one big adventure for him and he was a deep thinker with a great sense of humour.

I met Brian when we established a Discussion Group at the Men’s Shed.
We met regularly for coffee and swapped stories of our past.
Brian’s adventures as a Bobby in London, his journey to Australia and his boating stories often brought tears of laughter to my eyes.
He was extremely proud of his achievement of producing a book describing his journey to Australia
We met less frequently when he moved to Portarlington to be supported by his family. He was so grateful for his family’s support as his illnesses made life difficult for him.
Thank you Brian for the laughter and fun you brought into my life.
Chris and I pass on our deepest condolences to Brian’s family of whom he spoke of with pride.

Peace, Love and Blessing to all the family on the death Dad, Grandad. Brian and I go back to 1964 when we meet up in the Metropolitan Police. We spent about 3 years living in Ambroden Section House until Brian decided on an adventure, he and 4 others bought a Land Rover and drove over land heading towards Australia. He made Australia his home and have kept in touch since through his visits vack to the UK. We have the same Surname, come from Scotland but are not related and never lost our Scottish accents. Patsy and I send our condolences and love to all his family

It was with great sadness that I heard of Brian's death. He was a great inspiration to me at Mens' Shed. A man of great sensibility, I remember with fondness the occasion at which he read Robert Burns' poem "To a Mouse" in his inimitable Scottish accent. I cannot be at his funeral, but I send my deepest condolences and love to his family.

I met Brian almost at the start of the mens shed. We had many good chats about the old days in Britain. He was living in Point Lonsdale then. We unfortunately witnessed his slow demise, but fortunately kept his good humour going as time passed.
I am sure you have great memories of your Dad which you will treasure for ever.
I am so happy I knew him well and happy he has passed on to another world. Regards David Barton