BRUCE FRANK BOWMAN
Sadly, Bruce passed away suddenly April 29, 2009, as a result of an aneurysm. Already he is sorely missed by his wife, Rosemary, and all his wonderful friends and family. A celebration of Bruce’s life will be held at McCall Brothers Floral Chapel, Johnson at Vancouver St., May 6th 10:30 AM. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the David Pendray Memorial Fund, c/o ALS Society of BC . Condolences for the family may be offered at www.mccallbros.com
37 Responses
Rosie;
Margaret and I are shocked to hear of the sudden passing of Bruce. I first met Bruce in the early 70’s when I was stationed in Nanaimo and he was an RCMP Auxillary. I enjoyed his support and partnership and most of all his great down to earth demeanor and proffesional common sense. We were pleased to see him join the Force and transfered to Victoria where our paths met again in preparing the security on many VIP’s visiting Victoria. Our luck continued in the early 80’s when the Force sponsored us to attended UBC together on the Commerce Program. Bruce was a wonderful person and great friend that will be missed.
Our hearts and prayers go out to you.
Rosie,
It’s been a long time since I have seen either Bruce or yourself. Peter managed to keep tabs on who was where and what was happening.
I am very saddened to hear of his passing, but I do remember him as another of the Victoria group who worked and played hard. My prayers will be with him and Peter will help him on his way.
Take care
Karen Eakins
Dear Rosie,
We are shocked and sorry to hear the sad news of Bruce’s passing. Our thoughts are with you during this very difficult time.
Love,
Judy & Rick
As members of LifeSport, Bruce and I swam in the same lane at Commonwealth.
He was quick to smile, to say ” Hello” and keen to start the swim workout. Bruce was always encouraging, and could tell when I was tiring. He’d say to tuck in behind him to take advantage of the air bubbles in his wake!
Bruce was a kind and thoughtful person.
I’m very sad and sorry to learn of his passing
My deepest sympathy to you and your family.
Hi Rosie, I am very sad and shocked to hear of Bruce’s sudden passing. I always remember him as being very professional when we worked together. My thoughts and prayers are with you…murray
Rosemary,
My wife and I are shocked to hear of the sudden passing of Bruce.
Although we never met him, we are part of the “RCMP Family” and grieve with you and your family.
Our hearts and prayers go out to you.
We have enjoyed your piano playing at San Pen ECU many times.
Arthur & Algerine Seibel
[better known as the dog man or piano man.
Rosie
My wife and I extend our condolences to you. I knew Bruce from a few meetings over the years but as is typical in the Force we had colleagues and acquaintences in common. Once again our sympathies and condolences
Wayne and Jo-Ann Watson
Rosie & all the Bowman Clan,
We are deeply saddened by the untimely passing of my cousin Bruce. He was a wonderful, kind and caring man. He was my inspiration to join Strathclyde Police and I still hold dear the wonderful camping trip back in 1981.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Brian & Karen Field, Scotland
I was very sad to hear of Bruce’s unexpected and untimely passing. Bruce and I were RCMP colleagues in the late 70’s and early 80’s at what was then Colwood Detachment. He was a great partner and someone you could always trust to “back you up” in difficult situations. Being “little Bruce” it was very, very nice to have “big Bruce” standing beside me.
Rosie, I am very sorry for your loss and remember you telling me how proud you were of Bruce’s recent Ironman accomplishments. I wish I could say more but I am still shocked at hearing this sad news.
warmly,
Bruce Brown
We were very sorry to hear the news of Bruces’ sudden passing. Please accept our sympathies and condolences.
Rodger and Marg Wallace