Friday 30 September 2016 Ica Australia celebrated the completed life of Frank James Bremner (25 August 1947-9 August 2016) at Westbourne Park Uniting Church along with about 60 people in attendance (an eclectic group reflecting Frank’s widespread interest in and embrace of all of life) and Rev Jonathan Barker presiding (YOU DID A GREAT JOB Jonathan!). Frank has been a constant in ICA Australia’s journey. Most members have fond and poignant memories of him and the following represents a collection of some thoughts shared by his colleagues: Frank was one of a kind and is being remembered with great fondness among his ICA and ToP colleagues as a perceptive, observant, true maverick, full of life and energy, an intellectual whirl, a loveable man, a gentle giant, with a unique view on life & a huge thirst for knowledge, a most enquiring mind and a legend. He was also a great ‘connecter’ of ideas and people and people with ideas to each other. (I explained to my niece that he had introduced her parents to each other.) He circulated information about members such as when Ray Spencer returned to Adelaide and a printed article and interview about him. I have never heard him say a negative word about anyone. Thank you Frank! He is and will be missed. It was great to hear from and meet Frank’s family and hear from his other friends and colleagues. Several great stories were told. We sang ‘Morning has broken’, ‘Amazing Grace’ and ‘Those who wait on the Lord’ and the organ in Frank’s church is loud and fabulous. The church hall was full, apart from many delicious treats, of photographs and Frank’s books and many artefacts for people to take home. Travelling light, I took a Johnny Hart 'BC Right On’ and Terry Pratchett, ‘The Dark Side of the Sun’. (If you would like a physical reminder of, and further insight into, this lovely man, Sue, would be glad for more books and records to go, asap.) And thanks for your memories Lynda and John (unfortunately it was 3am Sat that it arrived here so it was not read at the service but it was noted that ICA colleagues around the world were thinking of him, and I forwarded your message to Sue Cole, Frank’s (friend from school & church and) partner since 2009. Cheers Karen Karen Clover Newkirk Facilitator/ Trainer/ Futurist karennewkirk@creatingeternity.com.au mobile 0419 577 489 Phone 03 9036 2446 (VOIP) www.creatingeternity.com.au 52 Nelson Road Queenscliff 3225 CREATING ETERNITY involves ALL of us http://www.top-gifl.com On 1 Oct 2016, at 3:06 am, Lynda C <lynda860@outlook.com> wrote:
Colleagues in Australia, We remember Frank and stand with you in care and gratitude for his life and service as you gather to celebrate his completed life.
Frank Bremner has a long history with ICA. I recall that he was a fairly recent university graduate when we met him in 1978 at the Australian Summer Program (in January in Sydney). I recall his humor and drama in leading one of the skits nights. We stayed in touch off and on over the years and I recall that he always seemed to be taking some new classes or certifications. Yes, a great thirst for knowledge and seemed to be a great imaginal educator in the classes he taught. We will miss Frank’s keen insights shared online.
Today’s Journey Reflection (September 30, 2016) is in memory of Frank. Also check the Xtra Blog which is one inspired by Frank, originally published some years ago. www.rejourney.blogspot.com
With care,
Lynda and John Cock