Bruce MacDONALD Obituary
December 2, 1958 - January 11, 2012
It is with deep regret and sadness that we announce the passing of Bruce MacDonald at the age of 53. He was survived by his beloved wife Jeanette, his parents Joe and Jean and brother Jim, wife Tara. Born in Calgary, Bruce graduated from SAIT and worked in the oil and gas industry for 30 years. He worked for Gulf, Pan Canadian and Encana before starting his own business, BruMac Oil Services Ltd., consulting for Quicksilver and Penn West. Bruce enjoyed traveling with his wife and spending time with his niece and nephew. He had a great love of motorsports. Bruce was a soft spoken, kind man with a big heart who will be dearly missed by all who had the pleasure of knowing him. Friends and relatives are invited to attend a celebration of his life on Friday, January 20, 2012 at 11:00 a.m., RockPointe Church (Bearspaw), 255024 Lochend Road, Calgary. Telephone: 403-831-0011.
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Barry Wilkie
August 21, 2012
I am saddened to find out about Bruce's passing. My deepest condolences to family and friends. Bruce was always a pleasure to deal with as a business associate and client. Although I had lost touch over the pas few years, I often wondered if I would bump into Bruce on the +15 or on the street in downtown Calgary. Sadly this won't happen. He was a really great guy . . .
Kevin Burk
January 26, 2012
I had the opportunity to work for Bruce on the services side during his days at PanCanadian/EnCana. During that time I came to think of him as a friend. He always struck me as a descent, fair, knowledgable and gentle man. I unfortunately lost contact with him the last few years and am deeply saddened to hear of his early departure. The world was a better place with him in it.
Grant MacDONALD
January 20, 2012
On behalf of Faye, Cassandra, Ryan and myself, we would like to extend our deepest sympathy to Uncle Joe, Aunt Jean and Cousin Jim. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
Though it has been some time since I last saw Bruce, I know that he was a caring, loving individual who made a positive difference in the lives of those he touched. God Bless.
Colin and Diane Tuckey
January 19, 2012
I fondly remember Bruce always having a smile on his face, and although we didn't keep in close contact after post secondary school, every time our paths crossed, he always had that same warm smile and infectious laugh.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.
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January 19, 2012
Dear Jeanette, I just read about Bruce's passing and send my sincere condolences to you and all of Bruce's family. I worked with Bruce at PanCanadian. He was most certainly a kind and soft spoken man with a wonderful work ethic and was truly a pleasure to work with. I wish you the best.
Ed Strickland
JEANETTE MACDONALD
January 19, 2012
Thanks for always loving me.
I know I'll never meet anyone like you again. I know God will take care of you now until we meet again.
January 18, 2012
Mr and Mrs MacDonald,
Jim and Family
May your memories of Bruce be forever.
Wendy Reimchen (Couronne)
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