Brian F. de Souza, age 60, of Phoenix, AZ, passed away peacefully at home on Wednesday, November 23, 2016 after a hard-fought battle with cancer.
He was born in Toronto, Ontario on October 29, 1956 and moved to Phoenix, AZ in 2001. He retired from Avnet after almost 28 years of employment.
Brian is survived by his loving wife, Pam (Essigmann) de Souza of Phoenix, and his three brothers, Michael de Souza of St. John, Newfoundland, Wayne (Denise) de Souza of Orangeville, Ontario, and Daryll (Peggy) de Souza of Olds, Alberta, Canada, as well as his beloved dog, Brandi, and his two favorite Sun Devils, Melinda Brown and Jillian Barry of Woburn, MA. He was preceded in death by his mother, Irma (Colosimo) de Souza and father, Frank de Souza of Toronto.
Brian was not only an influence but a joy to so many people. He was fortunate enough to do so in two countries, both USA and Canada. He enjoyed sharing a laugh with friends and family, fly in fishing trips with his brothers, target shooting, car shows, traveling, and, most of all, cooking. He was also a lifelong Dallas Cowboys fan and enjoyed many football games with friends.
Friends and family who wish to say goodbye to Brian may do so Saturday December 3rd. Services begin at 12 noon at the Valley of the Sun Mortuary & Cemetery, 10940 E. Chandler Heights Road, Chandler, AZ 85248. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Esophageal Cancer Awareness Association, https://www.ecaware.org/give/donate in Brian's honor.
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December 14, 2016
Pam, so sorry for the loss of your beloved Brian - he was one of a kind! May you be comforted by the wonderful memories you have! God Bless, Patti & Warren Sanchez
December 4, 2016
Charlie Mansfield
Pam..Sorry for your loss. Brian was a GREAT friend and I do have fond memories. We worked together for years @ Avnet in Mississauga. Always the big smile even when times were tough. I still have the shirt off of his back ( You know what I mean)Thoughts and prayers are with you.
November 30, 2016
Pam, I was so sorry to hear of Brian's passing. He was a very special person who always was willing to help. He could always find a positive when we were frustrated. I will always remember his spirit and how he adored you. Bless you, Mona Dahlgren
November 30, 2016
Avnet Inc
Avnet employees remember Brian fondly and are so sorry to hear of your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with the family.
November 30, 2016
Nancie Johnson
Pam, I'm so lucky that I got to know this wonderful husband of yours. He touched so many people with his huge heart and smile!! I am so sorry and my thoughts are with you and your family.
November 30, 2016
Mark Ealy
Pam, so very sorry for your loss. I only had the privilege of working with Brian a few times at Avnet. He was awesome and will be sorely missed. The things I remember most are his smile and his sense of humor. Both of which he was more than willing to share!
November 30, 2016
Strat
Dear Brian,
You've gone on to greater things now and I will miss you. I wish we could have said goodbye, but that's ok because you left me with so many great ways to remember you by. When the Cowboys are on my TV. The annual Christmas Party. When Barret Jackson comes to town... just to name a few. I am blessed and honored to be one of your friends and I look forward to being with you again in the afterlife! I know you will be with me in spirit and smiling as the Raiders win the Super Bowl against the Cowboys this year. =) God Bless you my friend.
Your Pal,
Strat
November 29, 2016
John Beaudion
Pam so sorry for your loss, Brian was one of the most fun and enjoyable persons to be around here at work and outside of work no matter the situation Brian always had a positive approach he will be dearly missed
November 29, 2016
May God's loving kindness comfort you and help you through this sad time Psalms 29:11
November 28, 2016
Tim Cortez
PAM so sorry for your loss .. I will miss that big goof .. My thoughts are with you .. Very sad .. XO
November 28, 2016
Lisa Whelan
Pammie, My prayers are with you & Family; so sorry about Brian, I know you loved him dearly... <3 <3
November 28, 2016
Mike Gomez
"Pam,so sorry for your loss our thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family."
November 28, 2016
norman bouchard
I am stunned Pam, my thoughts and prayers are with you, at a loss for words, was one of a kind and will always remember the good times we had...
Norman Bouchard..
November 28, 2016
Gloria Gonzagowski
Pam, I am so sorry for your loss. I remember Brian as being a very funny person. He was fun to work with, and he will dearly be missed.
November 28, 2016
Veronica Kwan
Pam, I am so sorry to hear of Brian's passing. My deepest condolences for your loss. Prayers to you and family.
November 28, 2016
Deena Blasor
Pam, you are in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time - Deena
November 28, 2016
Jennifer (Alcock) May
I'm so sorry to learn of Brian's passing. He and I (and Kent) shared an office at the old Harbor Road building. He was a joy to work with and talk to.
November 27, 2016
Pam, so very sorry for you loss. Thinking of you... Faith
November 26, 2016
May God's loving kindness comfort you and help you through this sad time Psalms 29:11
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