• Dana Caroline Brothers

    March 25, 2019

  • Brothers, Dana Caroline , February 21, 1965 – March 20, 2019. It is with great sadness that the family of Dana Brothers announce her tragic passing on Thursday March 20th, from injuries sustained in a snow-mobile accident.
    Dana was born February 21, 1965 in Long Harbour. She is survived by her daughter, Shingi Murray (Richard Kaz); partner Carol Bélanger; parents, Cecilia & Gordon Brothers (Long Harbour); sisters, Kim Brothers, Long
    Harbour, Renee Nolan (Sean), Ontario, Nadine Brothers, St. John’s; brother, Sheldon (Shani), Ontario; nieces, Thea and Taylor; nephews, Peter, Sam and Liam; god-daughter, Deidre Keating and numerous aunts, uncles and cousins. Dana was predeceased by grandparents Dora & Clifford Brothers and Elizabeth & Dennis Murphy.
    Dana was a brilliant shining light with an intense love of life and a lover of all things, especially the arts, people, cats and a good racket. She touched countless lives during her 54 years on this Earth, known to many as an exceptional woman, daughter, sister, mother, partner and friend. An accomplished writer, councillor and tireless advocate for the under privileged. She was a fearless feminist, and as devoted to all of humanity
    as she was to her large circle of family and close friends. She was a traveller, a valedictorian, a Valentine Queen, a chef, doctor, honor student, protestor, class president and public speaker.
    A strong person stands up for themselves. A stronger person stands up for everyone else. Dana was the strongest! Despite her health struggles she gave
    back in every way. From a teacher in Zimbabwe to a Social Worker in St. John’s and Ottawa, she worked with organizations to help those most in need, abused
    women, veterans, convicts and people suffering with addictions. An active member of the New Democratic Party and of the LGBTQ community, Dana was a champion of Social Justice.When you think of Dana, celebrate your happy memories of her and a joyful
    life lived. Remember her smile, her laugh and her love. Remember her amazing contributions to family, friends and humanity. Remember also that life is
    fragile and should be lived to the fullest, as Dana always did. Visitation at Holloway’s Funeral Home, Whitbourne on Tuesday, March 26 from 10:00 am – 9:00 pm. A Celebration of Life at St. Jerome’s Church in Long Harbour on Wednesday, March 27 at 11:00 am.
    Flowers gratefully accepted or donations in Dana’s name to the Labrador Land Protector’s Légal Fund or the NL NDP Helen Fogwill Porter Fund for Women.

  • 19 comments

    Mike and Muriel Hickey

    25 Mar 2019

    Please accept our most sincere condolences on the passing of Dana. We are thinking of you and your family and remembering Dana today. May she rest in peace!

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    Joann & Dave McKenzie

    25 Mar 2019

    To Caroline we are so saddened to hear of the loss of your partner and best friend. . Our condolences to you and Dana's family. She had a remarkable life. Please know we are thinking of you both in our heart.

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    Wanda Pelley

    25 Mar 2019

    My deepest condolences to Carol, Shingi, Mr and Mrs Brothers, Kim, Renee, Nadine, Sheldon and the rest of her family. Dana was an incredible friend. We had so much fun during our university years, so many fond memories. She will never be forgotten.

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    Susan Sparkes-Fewer, Niagara Falls,ON

    25 Mar 2019

    To the Brothers family: I was deeply saddened to learn of Dana's sudden death. I had the good fortune of working with her in the early 2000's when she was at the LRP and I at the St. John's Probation Office. While we were philosophically world's apart on a number of fronts and had the subsequent "racket or two" we shared many common denominators including a love for humanity and the betterment of society - causes which she championed endlessly and tirelessly. The world is a better place because of her presence in it and a much sadder place because of her absence. To her family, please accept my sincere condolences and heartfelt sympathy. Rest in peace Dana - you've earned it my friend.

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    Susan Sparkes-Fewer, Niagara Falls,ON

    25 Mar 2019

    To the Brothers family: I was deeply saddened to learn of Dana's sudden death. I had the good fortune of working with her in the early 2000's when she was at the LRP and I at the St. John's Probation Office. While we were philosophically world's apart on a number of fronts and had the subsequent "racket or two" we shared many common denominators including a love for humanity and the betterment of society - causes which she championed endlessly and tirelessly. The world is a better place because of her presence in it and a much sadder place because of her absence. To her family, please accept my sincere condolences and heartfelt sympathy. Rest in peace Dana - you've earned it my friend.

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    Fran Cumby

    25 Mar 2019

    I haven’t seen Dana in a while but when she worked at the JHS and I in corrections we had many a hilarious conversation about our children. What was “normal”, were we good parents, could we survive being parents at all?! Oh, how we laughed! Dana was such a wonderful person who left her mark on the world in general and many of us as individuals. May she rest in peace and be reunited with her friends who have gone before her.

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    Tammy Newhook

    25 Mar 2019

    Gord, Celia and Family I am so saddened and I know words can not heal you but please know you all are my heart. Xoxox Hugs. She was a fierce and has influenced many!

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    Angus Andersen

    26 Mar 2019

    Nakummek Dana for the friendship, laughs, and always caring heart. I love you for helping and standing with me when many turned away, instead of judging me you helped me. Forever a friend Love Angus

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    Annette Breen

    26 Mar 2019

    Dana was my supervisor at the John Howard Society. I learned many great lessons about counselling and social justice from Dana. Her smile and zest was so consistent. She was indeed a shining light. My sincere condolences.

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    Deanne Chafe

    26 Mar 2019

    To Carole, Shingi and family So sorry to hear the news of Dana. Hard to find the right words to give comfort to you all during this time. Dana had a beautiful soul and touched the lives of many during her time with us. I have many found memories of working and spending social times together with Dana. While not able to be there with you to celebrate her life today, I will, like many, take time to remember her and be thinking of you all. Take care Deanne and Yvan

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    Joan Combdon & Jim Bowen

    26 Mar 2019

    We are saddened by Dana's sudden passing and will remember her as an inspiration and a force for good in the world. Our heartfelt condolences for your loss and may the love and support of friends and family help at this most difficult of times.

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    Gen Hickey

    26 Mar 2019

    We are sorry to hear of the passing of Dana.Our thoughts and prayers are with you .On behalf of our son Sean who worked at Corrections Canada with Dana we pass along his condolences to the family.Sean is in Amherst NS until Friday due to work commitments .God bless you all.

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    Juanita Barrett (O’Reilly)

    26 Mar 2019

    Cecilia and family, thoughts and prayers are with you and your extensive family and friends on the loss of Dana. Take care, Juanita Barrett (O’Reilly) and family

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    Kathy Lewis

    26 Mar 2019

    To the Brother’s family: I first met Dana at the John Howard Society, where we worked. When I think of Dana I have so many wonderful memories. From our time together with supporters at the gay pride parade in Toronto to advocacy work in NL, she was an exceptional woman, a tireless advocate who was so much fun to be with. She will be dearly missed. The world is certainly a better place because of her efforts. My deepest sympathy to you all at this very sad time.

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    Margaret Meaney

    26 Mar 2019

    With deepest sympathy to Shingi, from Margaret Meaney.

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    Daphne Hill & Family

    26 Mar 2019

    We send our condolences to Cecilia, Gordon and Family Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time of sorrow

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    Richard(Rick)Murphy and Susan

    27 Mar 2019

    To my sister Cecilia and her family my sincere condolences on your(our) loss off a very special person. She will be miss very much. May she rest in peace..

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    Nadine Brothers

    27 Mar 2019

    Thank you for your thoughts Rick, we would love to hear from you...xoxo

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    Kim Bulger

    27 Mar 2019

    My deepest condolences to Carol, Shingi and the Brother's family and friends. I had the wonderful pleasure of working with Dana in the health promotion area. We continued to keep in touch after Dana moved back to Newfoundland. Dana's spirit, sense of justice, commitment to the marginalized and wonderful sense of humor will never be forgotten. The world has not only lost a gentle soul but a fierce advocate. My thoughts are with everyone during this very painful time--she has left an indelible mark on so many.

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