Premier John Horgan is dealing with a tragedy today -- the death of his brother. His office issued a statement confirming Pat Horgan passed away on Saturday from cancer at the age of 71.
The statement reads "It is with great sadness that we announce that Pat Horgan, Premier John Horgan's brother, passed away. He will be deeply missed by his family and friends."
A service will be held in Pat's home community of Port McNeill on Feb. 10th.
In lieu of flowers the Horgans ask that donations be made to the BC Cancer Agency in support of lung cancer research. Messages to the family can be sent to: shirpath04@gmail.com