Prairie Rose Cremation & Funeral Services

In Memory

Brian Andrew Tollin

May 31st, 1955 - January 21st, 2026
Born in Lethbridge, Alberta
Passed in Okotoks, Alberta
Brian Andrew Tollin

It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Brian Tollin who passed away on January 21, 2026, at the age of 70.

Brian was born on May 31, 1955, in Lethbridge and lived a life marked by his strong will, his larger-than-life persona, kindness, and love of animals. Brian loved life in the fast lane and will be remembered for his 2 drag race cars, his height of 6’6” and his nicknames Too Tall Tollin and Big Sexy. He loved his Blue Peterbilt with wild horses painted on the side, his love of keeping his vehicles spotlessly clean, his various hair salons and his steady clients who turned into lifelong friends.

Brian is lovingly remembered by Kathleen; sons, Marcel, Jeff (Danielle) and their children Miella and Siofra; daughter, Kristy (Jay) & their children, Marcus, Austin, Gracelynn, Cody & Chase, he is also survived by his former wife, Terry. Brian will be deeply missed by family, friends, and all who knew him.

Thank you to Tudor Manor Brenda Strafford Foundation in Okotoks who helped Brian during a challenging time. Special thank you to Cliff, hospice volunteer, who helped Brian carry on his journey and the numerous child-hood friends for their never-ending support of Brian.

Celebration of Life will be on May 30, 2026.


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Monique polay
2 days ago
This is such sad news to hear.

Brian was truly a wonderful man with a huge heart. He was always dedicated to making people’s lives better. He gave me my very first work experience at his salon in Ogden when I was in junior high, and I will never forget his kindness, positivity, and encouragement.

Even as the years passed, whenever we ran into each other, we would pick up right where we left off. That was just who he was genuine, humble, and deeply caring.

His kindness and his big, beautiful personality will never be forgotten. My heartfelt condolences go out to his family and to all the friends whose lives he touched. He truly made this world a better place.

He will always be remembered.
Laurie and Darlene Cook
4 days ago
sorry for your loss. Was very saddened to hear about his passing.
We spent many days at Race City racing against Brian and loved every minute of it.
Barbara Gilmore
4 days ago
I'm so saddened to hear of Brian's passing. So many memories. I had my business next to his in Ogden. Once I put my advertising on one of his cars in the early 90s. We laughed at that. And his pony tail. The good old days. His love for animals was a telling of his big heart. RIP Brian. You are missed.
Debbie Fizell
1 month ago
Knew Brian from the track and salon.
Truly so sad and gone way too soon!
RIP
Cindy Havens
2 months ago
Brian was gentlemen we were race track associates. Sincere condolences to his family. I was saddened to see this obituary.

Kind regards Cindy
Annamarie Harper
2 months ago
Brian grew up across the alley from us, and was raised with no TV or radio. He used to come over almost every Saturday morning and watch cartoons with us, as well as eat the leftover popcorn from the night before. He truly was my brother from another mother, and he will be missed. My life was better because I knew him. Heartfelt condolences to Brian's family
Lazar Jovanovic
2 months ago
Being at a Tim Hortons and Brain holding Declan as a small boy and flying him well up in the air around the tables. Listening to Brian talking to his pets like they were his babies “ Oh they were his babies” Brian’s turn to fly.
Terry Crook
2 months ago
Brian was a great friend, we miss him firing his cars up and him talking about how much fun his cars where to him. our condolences to Kathleen and our little buddy Marcel. Keep popping by when the garage is open Marcel
The Crook Family
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