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Bruce MCCARTHY

Bruce MCCARTHY obituary, Toronto, ON

Bruce MCCARTHY Obituary

BRUCE (ROBERT BRUCE) MCCARTHY It is with great sadness that the family of Bruce McCarthy announces his passing following a valiant battle with Covid 19, at the age of 73. Bruce will be lovingly remembered by his daughter Lauren, wife Denise, sister Sandy and the Thomas family, 'Little Brother' Mark Cotgrave, the Tobins and the Greers. Bruce was a Sports Captain at Ridley College and went on to study at Western University where he was varsity quarterback and graduated in 1970. In Toronto, Bruce was JCI Senator, President of the Toronto Junior Board of Trade and received the Michener award for Public Service. Bruce worked for PWC, London Life and Assante Asset Management in finance. He was also a loving Big Brother to Mark since the 1980s. Bruce loved the Muskoka cottage, Saturday morning hockey with the boys at UCC, 'telling lies at coffee' and walking yellow lab Maxine with his cigar. He was a proud member of Smutley's Raiders, USOG and fondly dubbed the Wonder Walrus by Della. A Thank You to the incredible team at Harmony Hills Care Community for their tireless care, true devotion and friendship. Bruce and his family love and appreciate you. Bruce will always be remembered as the consummate gentleman, a loyal friend to have and for his generosity of spirit. In lieu of flowers, Bruce requested donations be made to Epilepsy Toronto. A Celebration of Life will be held for Bruce in the summer of 2021. Online messages of condolences may be left for the family and a link to donate to Epilepsy Toronto by visiting www.dignitymemorial.com

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Published by The Globe and Mail from Dec. 5 to Dec. 9, 2020.

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George Lawrence

June 3, 2024

I was a little kid neighbor on Alderbrook, he was much older and so kind to me. I just knew Bruce for a short time but I have such fond memories. Thank you Bruce.

John Budd

April 11, 2021

It is April, 2021 and I just learned that Bruce passed away some months ago. Bruce and I were childhood friends in the Beach. His and my parents were very close friends, and our two families spent many happy times together when we were growing up. I remember Bruce as a very warm, gentle kind-hearted person, which I am sure he continued to be when he grew up. I express my sympathy to Bruce’s family in the loss of someone so dear to them. With kind regards, John Budd

John Clappison

December 12, 2020

I knew Bruce during his days at Price Waterhouse ( subsequently PwC ) and we worked on several clients together . Bruce was the consummate professional and always wanted to learn what he could do better . He was determined to always do the best job he could . We remained sporadically in touch but consistently enjoyed the times when we connected with each other . He was a good colleague and always a fun and positive person to have around . Those of us who knew him will relish our fond memories .

Louise Lang

December 6, 2020

In the early 80's, when we were both at Wood Gundy, Bruce introduced me to my future husband, George Moad. They were both JCI Senators and members of the Toronto Junior Board of Trade. George always spoke highly of Bruce and they kept up their friendship over the years. Some time ago George was very distressed when repeatedly he was unable to interact with Bruce; George died in October 2019.

Katie Rooney

December 6, 2020

A very fine man! Fondly remembered by the Rooneys!

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