Bradley Ronald Suchan
July 13th, 2022
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Brad Suchan on Wednesday, July 13th, 2022. Brad was predeceased by his mother Ella Suchan and leaves behind to mourn his father Lorne Suchan, sister Stephanie Suchan, brother in-law Drew Rowe, nephews Sullivan and Finn Rowe, cousins Lisa Rosier and family, Greg Suchan and family, Uncle Ray and Aunt Joan Suchan and many more cousins, uncles and aunts.
Special thanks to Courtney, Brian, Ray, Dave, the Boyko’s and all the members of the PFH poker league!
Brad was born on April 11th, 1979 in Toronto and moved to Regina in 1990. Brad was an avid sports fan, no matter the league or sport and loved to play hockey in his younger years. When Brad was diagnosed with his illness and eventually unable to play sports, he took up poker and loved to travel to watch his cousins Eric, Stephen, Scott and Julia play hockey, basketball, softball and baseball in Calgary. Brad would travel to Calgary every year to stay with his Calgary family. He enjoyed time playing with the kids and watch them grow and excel in their chosen sports.
Brad was a passionate collector of sports memorabilia, including jerseys, championship rings, sneakers, sports cards and hats - many of which will be shared among his family as per his wishes. Brad attended Calgary Flames, Blue Jays or any sports team whenever possible when he was able to travel. He attended the Grey Cup in 1989 in Toronto and the 1995 Grey Cup in Regina. In April 2018, we attended the Toronto Raptors game where he met DeMar DeRozan and Kyle Lowry.
Brad was an extraordinary son, brother, brother-in-law, uncle, cousin and friend and will be dearly missed by all. Brad will be cremated and a private family interment will be held at a future date. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Ataxia Canada lacaf.org
Messages:
I played sports against Brad growing up. When we were 15 we met in a league final and Brad hit a grand slam homerun off me. Every single time we met for years afterward he would remind me of this fact with a beaming smile on his face. I'm happy to have known him. My condolences go out to his family and friends.
There are never the right words to convey the sadness for someone who bore their illness so well. We knew him as a young boy before they moved out west. They were a happy and fun loving bunch whenever we got together. Our hearts are sad for his whole family. He will be greatly missed. Karin and Ron Jaeger
Many fond and michevious memory’s of our kids growing up with Brad and Stephanie in Westhill Park. R.I.P. Brad
I have many fond memories of working with Brad at Montana’s years ago. He was always kindhearted and had a great sense of humour. My sincerest condolences to his family.
Rest In Peace Brad. It was always a pleasure visiting with you. Our condolences Uncle Lorne, Stephanie, and family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. God bless. Jann, Dyan, and Raegan.
Dear Stephanie and Lorne We were so very saddened when Brad passed and send our love. We were extremely fortunate to have shared so many wonderful family memories together when the kids were young. Brad was a very handsome young man with a beautiful smile and positive attitude. His great sense of humour helped him through many difficult times. Lorne you were a wonderful father, friend and caregiver. All our love. Rye and Susan. Xxxxxxx
Lorne and Stephanie Our sincere condolences on the loss of Brad please know we are thinking of you and our prayers are with you.
Time spent with Brad as a young boy, then as a young man. So glad we connected along the way. You will be missed by those you touched in life. Rest in peace, reunited with your loving mother.
Brad was a fine young man. He kept his father in line.!! We met the Suchan family when they first moved to Regina and have been friends ever since. A good athlete and a good friend to son Michael. Our thoughts and prayers to Lorne and Stephanie. 4
With sorrow, we send our deepest condolences to Brad's family and friends. With God's grace, he is now reunited in the welcoming arms of his beloved mother, Ella. We all celebrate Brad's life! He inspired all who he encountered. Lorne, with love, you have been a loyal and dedicated father and husband. You helped them be happy and strong as they went through life with their terrible illness. Lorne, take some time to grieve for your buddy but I hope and know you can use your great inner strength to take care of yourself back to good heath. May God bless, Love Bill, Sandy and all the Folliott's
Brad was a fierce competitor in whatever he would take on. I always enjoyed my time at the poker table with him. He will be missed, R.I.P. Brad
I knew Brad thru the Poker league, where his Dad Lorne also played. Brad was always welcoming and very kind hearted, but fierce on the table making gutsy play calls. Brad will be missed by myself and all that knew him. Condolences to the Suchan Family.. Dale Cyrenne
Brad was an amazing person with a passion for sports. I had the pleasure of playing my first 7yrs of minor hockey with Brad in Newmarket who was by far was one of our biggest leaders. His positive nature and unbelievable laugh (I can hear it now) will always stick with me. All of Newmarket and the entire Swirla family are sending our love to everyone out west. RIP big guy!!!
Brad was a great pleasure to know. We always had a fun time especially at the bbq's in their backyard in Newmarket. Our thoughts are with you & your family. ❤️
Brad was an amazing person. His positive nature and quick wit made him an absolute joy to be around. I loved our time together in Toronto and Newmarket when we were young. Dinner with the Suchan’s was always an adventure and full of laughs. It is so heartbreaking to say goodbye to someone so young and beautiful. Sending our love to everyone out west. Xx
Our deepest condolences to both Lorne and Stephanie. Losing a child is so very difficult. Losing a sibling narrows our world vision as we lose someone to remember family events, like Christmas, holidays, stunts and pranks we shared as young people, Like his mom Ella Brad was a fighter. I never met him but I am sure that he carried that Suchan laughter, keen interest in things and love of life. Our wish for both of you is that you soon reach a state of peaceful acceptance that he is no longer suffering and that whenever you think of him there may be a smile knowing that you are grateful for the good times you shared and the good person he was. One more angel in heaven waiting to greet you. Sending prayers and a virtual hug for focus and strength.