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BRUCE RAYMOND WOODWARD
Born: Feb 26, 1950
Date of Passing: Nov 08, 2017
Send Flowers to the Family Offer Condolences or MemoryBRUCE RAYMOND WOODWARD Born: February 26, 1950 Date of Passing: November 8, 2017 It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Bruce Raymond Woodward. Bruce spent his final days surrounded by family and passed on November 8, 2017 at the Health Sciences Centre after a sudden, short battle with a rare brain disease. He is survived by his high school sweetheart and wife of 40 years, Christine (nee Skyler) and their three children, Robin (Robin Richards), Peter (Clare O'Connor) and Paul, along with his sisters Grace McGill, Adele (Barry) Korolyk and Wendy (Ron) Naaykens, brother-in-law Giovanni Corona and their families. Bruce was predeceased by his mother Agnes Woodward (nee Ellett), father Edward Woodward, sister Carole Corona, brother Ed Woodward, and his beloved in-laws Bernice and Peter Skyler. Bruce was born on February 26, 1950 in New Westminster, BC. At six months old, his family travelled by Trans Canada Rail to settle in Winnipeg, Manitoba. Bruce and his five siblings grew up on Helmsdale Avenue and attended Angus McKay Elementary School. High school years were spent at Miles Macdonell Collegiate, where he met Christine Skyler. They married in 1977 and purchased their first home on Werrell Crescent, where they had Robin, Peter and Paul. The Woodwards moved to East St. Paul soon after Paul was born, and made lifelong friends with neighbouring families in the community. Bruce was known for volunteering with the YMCA Y's Men and spending countless hours coaching community club soccer, hockey and roller hockey teams. He will be remembered for his readiness to help out with anything from fundraising to the odd construction job. Bruce also loved building and expanding his summer cottage at Victoria Beach. He was happiest when hosting visitors at the lake, and had a unique ability to make each guest feel like family. Weekends were complete with BBQ, fishing, card games, bike rides, music and laughter. Throughout these years, Bruce also enjoyed a successful career. Encouraged by his brother-in-law Barry Korolyk, Bruce became an electrician after high school. He thrived in the trade, working with Kuman-Shipman, until founding Tri-Power Electric Inc. with best friend Tom Mazur and brother-in-law Ron Naaykens. Bruce's exceptional work ethic and integrity earned him the esteem of his colleagues and the deepest admiration and gratitude of his many apprentices and employees. In work as in life, Bruce was a selfless leader and mentor, who never missed an opportunity to share his knowledge, wisdom, and kindness. Bruce was dedicated above all to his family, enriching their lives with endless laughter, countless quotable one-liners, and a code of generosity. Bruce's legacy will live on through his loved ones. His grandchildren, the first of whom is expected in April, will learn to honour the ideals that he embodied. A part of us dies with him. A part of him lives with us. A celebration of Bruce's life will be held at St. Boniface Golf Club, 100 Youville Street, on Tuesday, November 21 at 3:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, please donate to The Lake Winnipeg Foundation (lakewinnipegfoundation.org)
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Nov 18, 2017
Condolences & Memories (16 entries)
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Just heard the news from my friend Ross Brown that Bruce passed away who himself is a Journeyman electrician. I remember Bruce very well I was 3rd year apprentice Electrician working for Kummen Shipman at the Old Law Courts on Broadway from May 9 1987-July 6 1989 in Winnipeg. I began to work with him most of the time, he would take the time to show me how to use the electric bender to bend conduit. How to install it etc. Great Journeyman electrician, I learnt a lot from Bruce, You going to be missed by many. RIP . Condolences to to your family and those who knew you. - Posted by: Joseph Halyckyj (Co worker(Kummen Shipman Electrical Contractor )) on: Oct 07, 2022
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While looking for Mr. SHARP 's grandson obit (he lived next door until his passing last month) I ran across Bruce's name. With great shock and sadness we offer you and your loved ones our sincere condolences. We hope the memories he left behind will help you through this difficult time. - Posted by: Bert,and Roslyn Saurette (Owners of house on Werrell Crescent) on: Dec 05, 2017
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I was shocked to hear of Woody's passing .I will always remember him as such a great guy.I guess the great do die young. My sincerest sympathies to the family, Woody made a huge mark on this world, goodbye buddy. - Posted by: Terry Douglas (high school friend) on: Nov 21, 2017
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Dear Christine, Robyn, Peter, and Paul, Our sincere condolences and thoughts are with you today. Although we haven't been at our cottage much over the past few years, every time we were there, we always saw Bruce puttering with cottage projects. You could tell that Bruce took great pride in, and enjoyed your family cottage very much. With sincere sympathy, Rhonda, Bernie, Dana, and Ben Plett - Posted by: Rhonda, Bernie, Dana, and Ben Plett (Lake neighbors) on: Nov 21, 2017
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Devastated to hear of Bruce's passing. I enjoyed working with him through the years. He will always live on in our memories. God takes the best. Deepest sympathy to you and your family Christine. RIP Woody. Sincerely Bryan and Barbara Bale - Posted by: Bryan Bale (Friend and co-worker) on: Nov 21, 2017
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Woody, haven't seen you since Miles Mac days but whether in school or in lacrosse, you were a standup guy. To Christine & family, my sincerest condolences on the loss of a man who was great guy, & based on the comments, turned into a great father & someone who cared about his family & community. - Posted by: Doug McLaughlin (High School friend) on: Nov 21, 2017
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I am so sorry to hear of Bruce's passing. He looked after our electrical needs for over 25 years, always with professional integrity, but with a dose of good humor. You will be missed. - Posted by: bev fisher () on: Nov 21, 2017
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Bruce and his Family had a very positive impact on our youngest son Dylan and his wife Alice. Our deepest condolences to Christine, Peter, Paul and Robin. We are so sorry for the loss of your Husband and Father. Ed and Theresa Shyka - Posted by: Ed and Theresa Shyka () on: Nov 20, 2017
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Very sorry to hear of the passing of Bruce. I enjoyed many years of working with Bruce. He was a tremendous person to work with as well as a really wonderful person to talk and joke with. - Posted by: Tom Kirkland (Long time work associate) on: Nov 20, 2017
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"Christine and all of the Woodward immediate and extended family members and friends". My wife Dena and my son Stephen, extend to all of you our deepest condolences. We are so sorry for all your loss. Bruce was an absolute gentleman to all of us. We are especially thankful for Bruce introducing and bringing our son Stephen into the electrical trade as an apprentice & nurturing his well being and playing such a huge role in his experiences. I am additionally thankful for having had so many construction opportunities to work with Bruce and all of Tri-Power Electric and their employees over the years with Troy Life & Fire Safety Ltd. God bless all of you!! - Posted by: Robert, Dena and Stephen Ash (Business and Personal Friendships ) on: Nov 19, 2017
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I was saddened to hear of Bruce's passing. I was in school with him and I used to watch Him and Tom Mazur while they worked on cars. they amazed me with their skills. To Kristine and family I offer my deepest sympathy and condolences, To his sister Wendy who i was in many of her classes, I offer my deepest sympathy from me and many from Morse Place who knew You, Bruce and Kristine. I know the hurt and pain of losing a brother. One of my favorite verses in the Bible is "to be absent from the body is to be with Lord" Bruce is in good hands now,and I hope this is of comfort to you. God Bless, take Care. - Posted by: Ken Barnett (School Mate) on: Nov 18, 2017
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Rod and I are saddened by the news of Bruce's passing. We knew him through hockey in East St. Paul. It was a very short time but a memorable time. Our deepest sympathy to Christine, Peter, Paul and Robin - Posted by: Rod and Colleen Hourd () on: Nov 18, 2017
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Our Deepest Condolences to Christine & her Family, Our Thoughts & Prayers are with you through this difficult time. John & Kim Sawatzky - Posted by: John&Kim Sawatzky (Neighbors ) on: Nov 18, 2017
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Being a close friend of Paul, I was lucky enough to have had the opportunity to get to know Bruce over the years. From a unforgettable week at Moon Palace to the many weekends at Victoria Beach, Mr. Woodward would always make me feel welcomed. His endless love for his children was undeniable but even I felt his support and encouragement. He truly made me feel like I was a part of the family and this kindness and generosity that Bruce always emitted is something I'll always remember. I'll never forget Bruce's laughter, jokes and always upbeat attitude. It was truly contagious. Some of his one liners like "top drawer" will stick with me forever. My condolences to the family. Sending you all my love and thinking about you during this time. - Posted by: Katelyn Sinclair (Friend) on: Nov 18, 2017
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Dear Christine, Robyn, Peter and Paul: Greg and I send our deepest condolences at this sad, sad time. We both have fond memories of Bruce (and you, Christine) from our high school days ..... lacrosse, high school dances, your wedding social and wedding, our wedding, Birds Hill School, etc. What a shame for such a wonderful, kind, fun-loving, community-conscious, family-oriented person such as Bruce to pass on so soon. He had such an engaging personality and wonderful smile. He has left a wonderful legacy for his children and grandchildren and will be sadly missed by you, your family and his countless friends. Janet and Greg Potter - Posted by: Janet and Greg Potter (high school friends) on: Nov 18, 2017
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Dear Robin, My condolences to you and your family. I am keeping you in my thoughts and prayers. Much love, Diane - Posted by: Diane Seguin (Friend) on: Nov 18, 2017