Mr. Bryan Royden Knibbs, age 79 years, resident of Thunder Bay, ON passed away peacefully at TBRHSC with family by his side on June 5, 2026.

Born on April 21, 1947 in Fort William, ON, he was the youngest of the three Knibbs boys.

He started his teaching career in 1970 with the Dept. Of Indian affairs in Lansdowne House and Aroland and ending with the Lakehead Board of education, retiring in 2004. He dedicated his life to education inspiring generations of students throughout his teaching career. He was known for his patience, kindness and passion for learning that left an impact on countless students.

He lived a life defined by love, integrity and devotion to family. He was a devoted husband, a proud father and cherished grandfather to his seven grandchildren: Julia, Alex, Andrew, Lauren, Bryan, Ben, and Hunter.

Bryan is survived by his loving wife of 56 years, Cheryl, daughter Jennifer and spouse Ray, brother-in-law Don and Marina MacLeod and niece Madison, brothers Don and June, Wayne and Dianne, and family.

Predeceased by parents Royden and Mary Knibbs, in-laws Don and Anne MacLeod and son Aaron.

Sincere thank you to Nurse Practitioner Jenna Codere, staff of 2B TBRHSC, Dr. Shaban, Dr. Migay and Dr. Haggerty.

As per his wishes, there will be no service. A celebration of life will be held at a later date.

If so desired, in lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Mark Preece Family House.

Condolences may be made through www.nwfainc.com