Condolence From: Brenda Howse
Condolence: I worked with Bruce for a time in the office at TRW and he was again in my life at Alpha. There was always kindness in his voice and a sense that he LIVED his love of The Lord. Bruce went out of his way to acknowledge everyone and was a wonderful human being ...a truly gentle and sincere soul. RIP Bruce.
Saturday June 04, 2016
Condolence From: Gina Bes
Condolence: Blessings to Bruce's Family and Friends.
I met Bruce at Alpha and so enjoyed the program and his leadership.
God Speed!
Friday June 03, 2016
Condolence From: Lawson Thomson and Patricia Eden
Condolence: Our heartfelt condolences go out to Janice, her girls and family. Bruce's death comes as a great loss to us all. I first became aware of Bruce during my early days at the Collegiate in 1956. While walking the cavernous halls I was "abducted" from behind by two more senior students. I was carried by my arms into Sid Mitton's tech. office. Mr. Mitton looked up from his desk and asked "What have we here?" To which Bruce replied "Our new coxie!" This has been a great relationship extended over many years. This was my introduction to rowing, which we shared through high school and club rowing. Bruce was often our stroke. A decade later we met again and Bruce steered me into the Old Boys' Association where I took over his treasurer's job in the newly named "Alumni". Bruce was a great mentor to us all. He upheld a high moral code. When you heard him affirm "That's not right!" it wasn't long before Bruce set out a plan to correct it. Merrill Blank's poem "The Coxswain" applies to Bruce as I paraphrase, "Let it run, Bruce, Your race is over and you have won!!" RIP (row in peace)
Thursday June 02, 2016
Condolence From: Mindy Bullen
Condolence: While knowing Bruce for many years, we reconnected last summer during the evenings he was at the lake watching his grandsons learn to row. Bruce was a wonderful caring man. I wish I could come to his celebration of life but the Canadian high school rowing Championship is this weekend - I'm sure Bruce would understand.
Wednesday June 01, 2016
Condolence From: Janis Thompson
Condolence: Dear Jan...Thinking of you at this time..Bruce was a kind and gentle man. It was a pleasure to have known him..I wish you well in the days ahead..Your memories will sustain you.Take comfort in
knowing he is in the presence of his Heavenly Father and suffers no more...God bless you Jan ..You are in our thoughts and prayers..Love Jan and Mike Thompson
Wednesday June 01, 2016
Condolence From: john wakelin
Condolence: Bruce: "COACH" Thanks for all you gave so willingly. Your total honest encouragement from the coach boat. Your suggestions when I needed to coach and be a teacher.
In live you pulled a full blade.
You have finished the course as a true gold medalist person. Thanks
7 seat 1964
Wednesday June 01, 2016
Condolence From: The St.Catharines Rowing Club
Condolence: Dear Janice and Family,
The St.Catharines Rowing club sends its heartfelt condolences to you and your family. Bruce is fondly remembered for his many contributions to rowing in St.Catharines as well as his work building other clubs in the province. May the wonderful happy memories of Bruce help you through this difficult time.
Wednesday June 01, 2016
Condolence From: Jim Dover
Condolence: Dear Janice and family:
Bruce was a mentor and role model for me - always a smile,a joke and one to compliment when it was warranted but always a straight shooter. He was a positive influence on many people and instrumental in making the world a better place in so many different ways. Bruce will be truly missed.
Wednesday June 01, 2016
Condolence From: Rick and Bernadette Cove
Condolence: Dear Janice and family,
Bernadette and I extend our deepest sympathies for your loss.
Bruce was my first rowing coach at Grantham H. S. and will always remain in my memories.
Especially the time our crew trained in your basement on Linwell Road and had to leave when the girls got the mumps.
Our thoughts and prayers go out to you.
Rick.
Tuesday May 31, 2016
Condolence From: Sue Pinter
Condolence: I just wanted to leave my condolences for Janice and the family. Bruce was a wonderful coach and did amazing things for Tillsonburg when he started the Tillsonburg Rowing Club. He will be remembered fondly.
Monday May 30, 2016
