Sgt. Brett Carleton

Brett was truly one of a kind. He had a way about him that made everyone he met feel like they mattered. He was an absolute gem to work with, and his wonderful sense of humour helped ease some of the daily stresses of the job. We shared so many laughs, and simply knowing him was an honour.

He will always be fondly remembered by all who had the pleasure of knowing him. He truly left a lasting impression on everyone fortunate enough to cross his path. ❤️

Godspeed Brett. You gave so much of yourself. So much compassion, empathy and kindness to so many. Gone far too soon.

Our condolences to the family and friends of Brett. RIP

Brett was truly one of the good ones. He treated everyone with the same value and respect. If he saw you, he would smile, say hello or wink! It was an absolute pleasure to know him and work on the same platoon with him years ago.
Brett you were genuinely a great man, co-worker and friend. To know you was to love you! Your presence will be deeply missed.

Some people come into your life through work and somehow become so much more than just a coworker. He was one of those people. He was funny, kind, genuine, and always there to help anyone who needed him. His laughter, his personality, and the way he made people feel will be deeply missed. My heart goes out to his family, friends, and everyone who had the privilege of knowing him. He truly was an amazing person, and I feel grateful to have known him.

Colleague, mentor, friend
An amazing police officer and human being
You truly will be missed
My condolences to Brett’s loved ones.

Every day spent with you, laughing with you, working alongside you was a gift. Your presence in my life was impactful and it was important- I loved you and I’ll miss you forever Brett. No one will ever replace you, and we will hold you close in our hearts !

You will always be remembered as an amazing Police Officer and Person. You were fiercely dedicated to your job and put your entire heart and soul into solving every crime thrown your way. RIP Brett. It was a pleasure and honour knowing you. 🖤💙🖤. Jen YRP

My deepest condolences to the family, friends and colleagues. Keeping our policing family in my heart and prayers during this incredibly difficult time.

Intelligent, witty, kind and a good heart. That was Brett. The kind of co-worker you want in policing. We lost a good one. Condolences to Brett’s loved ones.

Had the pleasure of working with Brett, and calling him my friend for many years. My deepest sympathies to his family.

My deepest condolences to the Barrie Police Service, and most importantly, to Brett’s family, friends, and loved ones during this incredibly difficult time.

It was an honour to have had the opportunity to work alongside Brett and support families in our community. I am grateful for the time I had working with him and will always remember his dedication to helping others.

Thinking of Brett’s family, friends, and his Barrie Police family during this heartbreaking time. 💙

Melissa Carey
Anti-Human Trafficking Specialist
Victim Services of Simcoe County

Such a tragic loss. Our sincere condolences go to his family and his BPS family. Rest in peace, Sgt. Carleton.

I will always think of Brett as that young security guard at RVH while he was gaining experience with the goal to be a police officer. Brett was always there to help us when we worked on the Mental Health Unit. He had great empathy for our clients and he always had a quick smile. His kindness and incredible sense of humour are the traits we all remember. Rest in peace Brett. Gone too soon but never forgotten.

There are only a few I’ve meet since joining, that I felt comfortable opening up to, and you were there.
You helped me through some hard times, listened, made fun of (in a kind hearted way) but always made me feel welcomed and part of the team.
I’ll miss of texts, chats or a smile and laugh just walking by.
You are truly a great man, and one of only a few that made me shed a tear.
I’ll miss you my friend

It was a pleasure meeting sgt. Carleton over the years, our deepest condolences to his family and the BPS family. May he RIP🕊