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THOMAS TOPHAM
Born: Apr 17, 1936
Date of Passing: Jul 21, 2017
Send Flowers to the Family Offer Condolences or MemoryTHOMAS (BRUCE) TOPHAM April 17, 1936 - July 21, 2017 Peacefully on July 21, 2017, after a lengthy battle with cancer, Bruce Topham passed away at Riverview Health Centre with Eleanor, his loving wife of 60 years, at his side. Bruce was born in Winnipeg on April 17, 1936, the oldest of five children. At the age of 16, Bruce started work at Frank Cruise, and later worked at the Hudson's Bay Company, before starting to work with General Foods, where he would remain until his retirement. Bruce was an avid sportsman, and loved fishing, camping, hunting, and spending time with Eleanor and friends at their trailer. He also enjoyed bowling, playing cards, and spending time in the basement building airplanes and beautiful birdhouses. Bruce will be deeply missed by his wife Eleanor (nee Rentz), brother Allan (Val), stepsister Elaine (Harvey), and stepsister-in-law Liz. He was predeceased by his father Harry, mother Evelyn (nee Love), stepfather John Scheafer, brother Leslie, and stepbrother Allan Scheafer. Many thanks go out to the staff of the Palliative Care Unit at Riverview Health Centre for their outstanding care. A memorial service will be held at Grey Street United Church, 651 Sandhurst Ave. at 2:00 p.m. on Thursday, July 27, 2017. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Grey Street United Church or the 3 East Palliative Care Unit at Riverview Health Centre, 1 Morley Ave., Winnipeg, Manitoba R3L 2P4.
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Jul 25, 2017
Condolences & Memories (8 entries)
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Eleanor, so sorry to hear of Bruce's passing, he was a kind boss, and always fun to travel with. I have several very funny remembrances of fishing with Bruce, both at Clearwater lake and at Minaki. I hope you are well Eleanor, take care. Bruce Forbes - Posted by: Bruce Forbes (Co-worker) on: Sep 19, 2017
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Our deepest sympathies Eleanor. Had such great times with Bruce and Ray when the came up deer hunting, so many laughs and great time, Bruce was a very kind man. Will be dearly missed. - Posted by: Ladd and Jeanette Shirtliffe (Friend) on: Jul 26, 2017
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Bruce was a wonderful co-worker and friend who was always ready to help out. An avid fisherman and outdoors man, his enthusiasm for life was contagious. I'll always fondly remember our General Foods staff meetings at Carpenter's Clearwater Lodge in The Pas. I'm sure Jim Campbell and Topper will be sharing a few laughs right now. My condolence Eleanor, RIP Bruce. Bruce and Shelly Legge - Posted by: Bruce Legge (Co-worker) on: Jul 26, 2017
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Many heartfelt condolences to Eleanor and her family. Have many good memories of bowling with Bruce and Eleanor and all the years connected with Grey Street United Church. - Posted by: Lynne Brocks (sister to Pat Rentz) on: Jul 25, 2017
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We are so saddened by Bruce's(the name we knew him by) passing. Our deepest sympathies to Eleanor, his loving wife and companion for so many years. We have missed seeing both of them for several years at the campground. All our Love and deepest sympathies. - Posted by: Marc & Marilyn Erickson (friends from Buffalo Bay) on: Jul 25, 2017
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It is with deep regret to hear of Bruce's passing, we were neighbours at Buffalo Point in the summer, we fished along side of him many times, we will miss him but have such fond memories. God bless his memory and may he catch the BIG ONE in his final journey at the helm. - Posted by: Doug and Betty Irving (Friends) on: Jul 25, 2017
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We were neighbors at Buffalo Bay with Bruce and Eleanor. Bruce was so pleasant and fun. His birdhouses were amazing and he was always so fun to be around. Our sympathy goes out to the family. Blessed be his memory. - Posted by: Kim and Kent Langlie (Friend) on: Jul 25, 2017
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Just heard of Bruce's passing. Our thoughts are with you at this time. His smile and personality were always a welcome sight. David and Gloria Bjorkman - Posted by: Gloria and David Bjorkman (Lake neighbors) on: Jul 25, 2017