ARCHIBALD (ARCHIE) BRUCE -

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ARCHIBALD (ARCHIE) BRUCE 1927 - 2006 With great sadness we say good-bye to a dear man, Archie, who peacefully passed away, on Friday, January 20, 2006 after a six year battle with pulmonary fibrosis at the age of 78 years. Remaining to forever cherish Archie's memory are his wife Ann of 54 years of marriage; daughters, Kathy Simeonidis and Lori Graham (Jamie); grandchildren, Christine Simeonidis-Cooper (Jeff), Samantha and Nickolas Simeonidis; and great-grandchild Kaleb Cooper whose presence always brought a smile to his face, as well as numerous nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. He was predeceased by his father Archibald Bruce; mother Rebecca Bruce (Wylie); and by sisters, Molly and Irene. Archie wore many hats throughout his life. He was a paratrooper with the P.P.C.L.I., moved on to road building with his last big project in the twinning of the highway to Falcon Beach. From there, he moved into accounting and was successful in acquiring his CGA designation in which he used when he was a CEO of Manco Dairies to his last career change as a business consultant. A man that lived for his family, Archie was always the one to turn to for help, advice, friendship and love. Recently, he and Ann moved back to the city from their home in Gimli, MB. It was at the lake that brought Archie the most enjoyment, especially when family and friends came for a visit. Archie's funeral service will be held on Wednesday, January 25 at 1:00 p.m. in the Silver Heights United Church, 199 Garrioch Ave. (at the corner of Mount Royal Road and Ness Avenue), Winnipeg, MB. The family would like to sincerely thank the doctors, nurses and staff that worked in the ICU and 5th floor at the Grace Hospital. These fine people were so kind and caring to Archie and our family in the last stages of Archie's life. A special thank you to Captain Faye Shail, a Chaplain at the Salvation Army Grace Hospital for her support through this trying time. As an expression of sympathy, in lieu of flowers, the family wishes donations be made to the Manitoba Lung Association, 629 McDermot Ave., Winnipeg, MB R3A 1P6. Archie's arrangements have been entrusted to the Family Owned Funeral Chapel of: WOJCIK'S ALL BELIEFS FAITHS FUNERAL CHAPEL CREMATORIUM 897 - 4665

As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Jan 23, 2006