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MILTON BRUCE

MILTON A. BRUCE Milton passed away at the Riverview Health Centre on June 30, 2012, at the age of 89 years. He is survived by May, his wife of 63 years; five children Ruth (Bill), Vivian (Lionel), Randy (Verlene), Rhoda (Sandra) and Leigh; grandchildren Jason, Chantale, Danny (Sylvia), Melanie (Ted), Kevin (Alicia), Karmelle, Sammy, Jodie, Ulises and Lorenzo; great-grandchildren Brett, Derek, Lexa, Ella, Jack, Sophie, Carter and Ava; brother Leo (Christa), three sisters-in-law, and many nieces and nephews. Milton was born on May 7, 1923 in St. Laurent, MB. He served in the Second World War and then was employed by the C.N.R. for 36 years. He was a 53 year member of the Ukrainian Legion Branch #141. For many years, summer holidays were spent at Sunshine Resorts Twin Lakes beach. In his younger years, he coached Little League Baseball and Hockey at the Northwood Community Centre. Special thanks is extended to the Palliative Care Unit at Riverview for their kindness and patience. A private family service has been held. Should friends wish, donations may be made to the Canadian Diabetes Association or to CancerCare Manitoba. 586-8044

As published in the Winnipeg Free Press on July 07, 2012

Guest Book(5 entries)

  • Sorry to hear about Milt,my deepest smpathy to the family, I always will remember him fondly. I remember all the jokes, his infectious laugh and hilarious stories. I have so many fond memories of growing up with such a wonderul and caring neighbour.
    - Posted by: Cathy Seman (neighbour (nee Barr) Cathy) on: Jul 13, 2012
  • We are very sorry at the loss of a wonderful man. Our deepest sympathies to your family
    - Posted by: Lloyd, Linda, Tracy, and Sandra Bruce (Uncle, Great Uncle) on: Jul 12, 2012
  • I will always remember Milt's big smile and his contagious laugh. He was the candy man to my son Logan.
    - Posted by: Bev Burbank (long time neighbour) on: Jul 12, 2012
  • If you knew my dad he was a great story teller. May we keep the "Bruce" legacy of laughter going by telling each other funny stories.
    - Posted by: Rhoda Bruce (Daughter) on: Jul 11, 2012
  • UNCLE was a very outgoing person always had a smile on his face whenever he'd see a family member and a hand shack or a big hug our thoughts are with the whole family
    - Posted by: LENARD & SHIRLEY BRUCE &THE WHOLE FAMILY (UNCLE &GREAT UNCLE) on: Jul 7, 2012

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