October 9, 1932 – October 29, 2012
Passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family at the Victoria General Hospital.
James (called Bruce) was born in Winnipeg, Manitoba. Bruce was raised in a small farm east of Winnipeg. He started an electrical apprenticeship in 1949. Bruce worked as an electrical contractor back in the days when electricity was introduced to the Interlake (Eriksdale) area in Manitoba. There he met Phyllis Irene, his wife to be, of 57 years. The couple moved to Winnipeg and began to start a family. Bruce was still in the electrical industry and with the help of his wife Phyllis, in
1970, started their first of many business ventures. They moved to Victoria in 1986 where Bruce became involved in real estate. He became an active member of the Elks of Canada Lodge in Victoria. His passion for flying had him flying all over North America. Bruce is predeceased by his oldest son, John Wayne and his mother and father, John and Iris. Bruce leaves behind his loving wife, Phyllis; son, Grant (Marcia); grandchildren, James and Susannah; brother, Victor (Yolanda); sisters, Joy (Cornie) Schenkevld, Gayle (Lock) Lundy, Susan (Wayne) Nicholas and many nieces, nephews and cousins. Bruce was hospitalized briefly at the Saanich Peninsula and Victoria General Hospitals where he was attended to in the most professional and caring manner. His family would especially like to thank all the doctors and nurses at both hospitals.
A Memorial Service will be held at St. Paul’s United Church, 2410 Malaview Avenue, Sidney, B.C. on Saturday, November 3, 2012 at 2:00 pm. A reception will follow in the Church Hall. In lieu of flowers, a donation can be made to The Elks and Royal Purple Fund for Children. Condolences may be offered to the family below.
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cor & Joy Schenkeveld
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cor & Joy Schenkeveld Dear Phyllis, Grant, Marcia, Jim & Susannah,
We will miss our dear Bruce —- Brother, Brother-in-law & special Uncle to Cyndi, Mitch , Aaron and families. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you. May your faith in God help you through the days ahead.
Remember, we are only a phone call away .
Much Love (Auntie ) Joy and (Uncle) Cor & family
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Richard Anthony Dear Phyllis,Grant and family; I was very sad to hear of the sudden
and untimely passing of your dear huband and father.Since first our
meeting,as a neighbor in 1986,I was taken by his friendship and
kindness,and enjoyed the pleasure of our relationship for twenty-six
years. I know he will be missed by all who knew him,and more so
by his family, one and all. May God rest his soul. My sincere wishes
to you all on this sad occasion.
Richard Anthony
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Gene & Jette Denluck Dear Phyllis & Family, Coming back from the mainland and reading of your loss, was the stunning reality of how fragile Life really is.!
More so, for having spoken with you just the week before we left.
Our condolences to you and all the Family , for Bruce will be missed for his Stature and Hard work at all you two have done, particularly with the Elks for so many years. The Dinners & Dances ,along with all the fund raising for the Children’s Fund.
I’m am sorry to say we will be unable to come to the service, as we also have a Wedding to set up for, and the time & distance won’t allow for both, but you & your family will certainly be on our minds and in our hearts. Take good care and see you soon.
Jette & Gene Denluck, Victoria Elks
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Judi Garbala We came to know Bruce over the last year through our involvement with the Saturday men’s breakfast at St. Pauls. He was always so kind and helpful. We will miss this most generous and sweet man.
Judi, Krista, Courtney and Susan
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Sam and Irene Dumka Dear Phyllis this has really hit us hard as we were just recently at your home celebrating Bruce’s 80th birthday. He looked so well and happy being such a wonderful host. Bruce will be missed by the many friends he has made. He will be particularly remembered for his charitable work with the Elks of Canada..
Sam and Irene Dumka
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Harold and Jean Querin Our condolences to Phyllis and family.
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Savage Family Dear Forsyth Family
Our family is very sadden to hear of the loss of this great man!! Bruce was very helpful in facilataing the purchase of not one but 2 pairs of hearing aids for our family. The Elks will have very large shoes to fill.
Our thoughts are with Phyills and son Grant, his other family the Elks of Victoria.
Our deepest condolences
The Savage Family.
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Gwen & Dale Philpott Dear Phyllis
We were very sorry to read about Bruce in todays paper. You will sorely miss him after all these years. Our regards to your family.Gwen & Dale Philpott
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Duncan Elks #69 Our condolences from the members of the Duncan Elks.
Albert Scholtens.
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Colleen & Bob Auntie Phyllis and Grant, we are so very sorry to hear about Uncle Bruce’s passing. Our thoughts are with you. Love cousin Colleen & Bob
Phyllis, Grant, Marcia, Jim and Susannah,
May God be with you in the days ahead.
Bruce , Husband, Dad, Grandpa, Brother, Brother-in-law, Uncle, Cousin and friend, will be terribly missed by everyone in Winnipeg. His passing has left a gaping hole in our family unit, but I know that he would want us to carry on and think only of the good times. My brother had an incredible work ethic and was an inspiration to all of us.
Rest in peace my dear Brother–until we meet again.
Love sister Joy and Brother-in-law Cornie