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Born on Bridge: Man Revisits Birthplace
21 Feb
Summary
- A man revisited the bridge where he was born after it temporarily reopened.
- His mother gave birth on the bridge when an ambulance was en route to the hospital.
- The bridge is now permanently closed and awaiting demolition.
Brendin Parker, 31, fulfilled a personal milestone by walking the Pattullo Bridge, the site of his unexpected birth. The 89-year-old bridge, a Metro Vancouver landmark, was temporarily open to pedestrians before its scheduled demolition. Parker, a Surrey resident, described the experience as an honor, aiming to capture memories for his future family.
His mother, Faith Parker, recounted the dramatic events of July 1994, when she went into labor at home. An emergency call led to an ambulance ride, but her son could not wait until arrival at Royal Columbian Hospital. The birth ultimately occurred on the Pattullo Bridge, an event that required immediate medical attention upon reaching the hospital.
The Pattullo Bridge is now permanently closed, making way for a replacement structure. Brendin expressed a sentiment of nostalgia for the historic bridge, acknowledging its safety concerns. His mother reflected on the unique circumstances of her son's birth and the significance of the bridge in her life, despite her initial fear of driving over it.
