BRUCE GEORGE SHELEST

Condolences & Memories (24 entries)

• I have such good memories of Bruce and Ken and the rest of the gang from high school: friday night parties, football games, winning the City championship, and goofing around in class. I think he brought in a TV once so that we could watch a Canada/Russia hockey game! A few years ago, I was pleasantly surprised when we ran into each other at Polo Park and he made a point of introducing me to his son Ty and to ask about my family. I didn't think he'd remember me...but he did and it was nice catching up. RIP my friend; you did pass away much too soon. My condolences to Kelly and the entire Shelest family. - Posted by: Susanne Magyar (friend) on: Nov 05, 2012

• Still can't believe that we won't see Bruce jogging by in 40 below weather! The street will not be the same without him. I can't count the times when Bruce rushed over to help...many times it involved ladders, upset dogs or car problems. Didn't daunt him though...he just waded in and got the job done. He was that kind of steadfast and loyal friend and neighbour. I know his strength of character will go on in his children and precious little grandson, Danny. Godspeed, Bruce. - Posted by: Jill Yarde (Friend and Neighbour) on: Oct 14, 2012

• Gordon Bell in the 70s - how could you not know the Shelest brothers? My condolences to all the family and close friends. I only knew Bruce in school as so often happens our paths went different ways. He was far too young to be taken and we should all remember that life is just too short to put off calling that old friend. Do it now! Jocelyn - Posted by: Jocelyn Walker (School Friend) on: Oct 14, 2012

• Bruce Shelest, With aching hearts, we watched you slowly fading away each and every day, this past year. You never gave up - as difficult as it was for you and your family. As we, your brother Robert and Joyce promised you, we will always remain family to Kelly, Jordan, Taylor, and Daniel. Our fond memories of the great times we shared throughout the years will always remain in our hearts. REST IN PEACE DEAR BROTHER Robert, Joyce, and family. - Posted by: Robert, Joyce and family (brother and sister in law) on: Oct 13, 2012

• I will have a Molson Special Dry King can and have a chuckle or two while thinking of some good times on shift together....RIP Bruce-NFPARATT. - Posted by: Nick P (Co-worker) on: Oct 13, 2012

• Like Joseph, the last time I saw Bruce was at Eatons, with him sharing his (ultimately successful) dream of joining the police force. Though it has been around 30 years since I saw him last, Bruce was the kind of guy who affected those around him in such a manner that I often thought of him and reminisced about the fun times together. Deeply saddened to hear the news. You will always be in my heart, Bruce. Condolences to the family - Posted by: richard pattinson (friend) on: Oct 13, 2012

• Bruce the Deuce....you will not be forgotten....gone to early but you left us with lots of laughs at work - Posted by: Brian Beaudin (co-worker) on: Oct 13, 2012

• As a soccer dad Bruce was always 100% supportive of Taylor and our team. I always appreciated that. His service to the community will also not be forgotten. Dana and I pass our most heartfelt condolences to Kelly, Taylor and Jordan. - Posted by: Doug Lawrie (Taylor's Youth Soccer Coach) on: Oct 12, 2012

• A very nice young boy that i coached over at West End Orioles years ago, rest in peace my freind--- - Posted by: Cam Brock (old hockey coach) on: Oct 12, 2012

• Having worked on the same platoon and in a car with Bruce, bring back a lot of fond and unforgettable memories. Take care my friend. My condolences to the Shelest family. - Posted by: Kevin Cook (Co-worker) on: Oct 12, 2012

• I'm deeply saddened by this news. I lived down the street from Bruce and Kenny in the 60's/70's and have very fond memories of our time at Gordon Bell High School. Whether it was just goofing in the study carrels in the third floor hallway, or playing touch football at Vimy Ridge Park, it was always more interesting when the Shelest brothers were involved. My favorite memory has to be winning the high school football championship at the Winnipeg Stadium in 1974...with Bruce as our QB, there was no way we could lose(having Kenny on the D-line didn't hurt either). The last time I ran into Bruce was well over two, maybe even three, decades ago when he was working security at Eaton's. He told me he was married, to Kelly, and that he was planning to join the police force some day. It was really great catching up with him that day, and I assumed that I'd probably run into him again some time down the road... My sincerest sympathy to Bruce's wife Kelly, brother Kenny and the Shelest family. - Posted by: Joseph Imbrogno (school friend) on: Oct 12, 2012

• Sincerest condolences to the Shelest family. - Posted by: Marguerite Bell Toogood () on: Oct 12, 2012

• I remember Bruce from our dsys of playing hockey against each other. He was one of if not the toughest guys in the league to play against. Off the ice he was a true gentleman a gentle giant. Our paths crossed in our jobs and it was always a pleasure to stop and chat. Rest in peace big fella you will be missed...! - Posted by: Pat McCabe () on: Oct 12, 2012

• Bruce's daughter and my daughter grew up together and played soccer together. I got to know Bruce pretty good talking hockey and football over the years on the sidelines. Taken way too young. RIP - Posted by: Dale (friend) on: Oct 12, 2012

• Taken way too early but now you are free, will miss you - Posted by: Larry, Linda and Derek (Brother, Sister-in-Law, Nephew) on: Oct 12, 2012

• My Deepest Condolences To The Shelest Family.I Remember The Shelest Brothers in High School. Bruce and Ken were very Good Football Players, very dedicated to whatever they got involded in. Even if I haven't seen Bruce since High School, I Will Always Remenber Him. Rest in Peace My Friend. Tony - Posted by: anthony guzzi (friend) on: Oct 11, 2012

• I remember Bruce from high school. He was always fun to be around. My deepest condolences to his family and close friends. - Posted by: Darlene Baergen Starrett () on: Oct 11, 2012

• I was lucky enough to help train him as a rookie, partner with him downtown and then have him on my shift several years ago. No matter the situation, on the street or in the station, I knew he had my back. And oh what a character! Bellissima Bruce, it was an honour. - Posted by: Kevin "Beetle" Bailey (co-worker) on: Oct 11, 2012

• Bruce was in my very first teaching class. I remember stopping in front of his home while walking to my car and playing ball hockey with him and Ken. Over the years I would run into Bruce in the community and we would share a joke or two about the old days. Bruce you were truly one of the good guys and I will miss you. - Posted by: Jim Beaque (junior high school teacher) on: Oct 10, 2012

• My memories of Bruce are that of a good friend, through elementary and high school. We didn't keep in touch as adults, but my experiences with Bruce while growing up, provided stories that are fondly reminisced with pride and humour with old friends, and with curiosity by our kids. My best wishes for the family. - Posted by: Rick Dabrus (Very Long Time Friend) on: Oct 10, 2012

• I remember Bruce from high school. He was always fun to be around. My deepest condolences to his family and close friends. - Posted by: Darlene Baergen Starrett () on: Oct 10, 2012

• rest in peace bruce. you're free now. - Posted by: kenny (brother) on: Oct 10, 2012

• Kelly, I have so many amazing memeories of you and Bruce...way back to the day you guys were married, (wedding ring in the pizza). I remember when he studied so hard to be a cop and then made it. I remember everytime I came over he would have one story after another about this situation or that he encountered "on the job". Everyone grew up so fast.....I think for awhile I ended up seeing Taylor at the corner store more then I would see you guys. You know I never felt I got over to see you guys enough and 1 day ran into the next, and before you knew it....it's several years later. Kelly....you, Taylor and Jordan are in my thougths and prayers. Talk to you again soon. Much Love, Anita - Posted by: Anita (Friend) on: Oct 10, 2012

• Legendary. Shelest and Zoro provided us many laughs. The infamous code 2 crew so many years ago. Bruce always had your back. He made good use of "All parties GOA, NFPARATT" He will be truly missed. Our prayers to his family. Jen and Scot.( DIV.11 B2 Platoon) - Posted by: jen and scot halley (co-workers) on: Oct 10, 2012