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Mr Bruce Caryle Ruxton
1926 - 2011
Mr Bruce Caryle Ruxton
1926 - 2011
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BORN
1926
DIED
2011
Bruce Ruxton Obituary
Ruxton died on the afternoon on December 23, 2011, at his Queensland nursing home.
His family had gathered at his bedside after he lapsed into a coma two days ago.
Ruxton had suffered deteriorating health for several years after the onset of dementia.
Former Victorian Premier Steve Bracks said it had been a pleasure to deal with Ruxton over the years.
''Bruce Ruxton stood up for veterans and put them first, second and third,'' Mr Bracks said.
''It was a pleasure to deal with someone who stood up for veterans, who served in so many of our engagements overseas.
''I mourn his passing and pass on my condolences to his family and friends''
351 Entries
Luke Law
July 15, 2016
I am not a Veteran of the Australian Military but my Son is currently in Active Service in the Army here. I would like to thank President Ruxton for his memorable honourable service to our Country first and foremost. Thank you for your service Mr. Ruxton. Then I would like to thank him and his family for their Fantastic Service to our Service Men and Women. I supported his stances on many things over the years and I believe he was a great man and a good friend to anyone who ever put on a Uniform to serve our Great Country and its People. THANK YOU to Bruce and his Family for Everything. You are all in my Families Prayers.
Just for the record - I live in Australia not Canada or the U.S.A. it would not let me post till i chose one of their states!
Terence Stevenson
March 24, 2012
mrs ruxton, we are probably related, i knew your mother as aunty ivy, i think she was my father's cousin roy stevenson, could you please make contact, [email protected]
Elizabeth Stevens
February 27, 2012
Mr. Ruxton lived a full, busy and rewarding life. I met him when I was State Secretary of the Royal United Services Institute, of which he was a member. He would attend the monthly speaker lunches if the subject was of interest; again at the RSL Conferences at Caulfield Racecourse, and when he presented the President of the Blackburn RSL with an award in 2000. He is now at rest. My sympathy to Mrs. Jill Ruxton.
Elizabeth Stevens
di smith
January 9, 2012
Bruce, rest in peace mate. The world is a poorer place without you. Well done, good and faithful servant.
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Steve Smith
January 4, 2012
Bruce Ruxton was a good man, who championed decency, ethics, patriotism and didn't tolerate fools easily. It's sad that men like him are few and far between. Condolences to his family and friends.
Craig Lewin
January 4, 2012
Bro. Bruce! May you be remembered for your service to your Family, your Country and always being on the Level. May you find Peace in the Grand Lodge Above! We will remember you! Bro. Lewin
January 3, 2012
Bruce gave great service to the Australia-Britain Society Victoria as a Vice-President representing the Most Excellent Order of the British Empire Association. he was subsequently made an Honorary Life Member for his long service and active participation. He will be remembered as a great Australian who fought hard for return ed Servicemen and women. Jason Ronald OAM Past President and Honorary Life Member Australia-Britain Society Victoria
Dianne Seach
January 2, 2012
Gone but will never be forgotten.. you were there for the veterans...Dianne Victoria
December 30, 2011
Saddened to hear the passing of a great man. Always enjoyed listening to him.
The Negri Family. Cairns Qld.
lilly
December 29, 2011
god bless you mr ruxton, you were one of a kind. may you rest in peace. lilly.
Johnson Family
December 28, 2011
May the love you gave to your country and your country men forever shine bright. Love to your beautiful family. May they find comfort and love knowing we are thinking of them at this hard time. rest Peacefully Solider.
Belinda
December 28, 2011
I met you once and it was one of the most memorable days of my life. My mother told you I loved you and you looked me in the eye and told me you loved me to and that I was beautiful I was 23 years old. I have never forgotten that day and the hug you gave me. I cried when I heard of your passing like a baby, like I had lost a grandparent. Rest Peacefully Bruce you were a inspiration to many.
Gurkha Nepalese Community of Victoria
December 28, 2011
The Gurkhas will forever be indebted for your help, support and mateship. Our condolences to his family and friends. Rest in Peace. Lest we Forget.
Lindsay Boyton
December 27, 2011
Rest in Peace, your work is done, mate
Henry Stiegler
December 27, 2011
Saddened to hear of Mr Ruxtons passing. He served his country, the RSL and all Australians What more could a man do? Lest we forget.
Judy Densley
December 26, 2011
Dear Mr. Ruxton, my memories go back a very very long way. I have always admired you & thought the world of you, even when sometimes your work wasn't ready :) Rest in peace dear man.
God bless, Judy Bannockburn
Oakleigh Freemasons
December 26, 2011
The Brethren of the various Masonic Lodges who attended and supported your promotion to Grand Rank some years ago at Oakleigh will always remember your humility in receiving due recognition for your service to others. May the Great Architect protect you.
andy lambert
December 26, 2011
Lucky enough to have met him in his later years in which he was as sharp as a tack, humerous & entirely focused. RIP
Bernadette Cowley
December 25, 2011
God Bless you Mr Ruxton. Such a shame you never became our Prime Minister. May you RIP good sir. Many many Australians will never forget you!
Bernie Finn
December 25, 2011
God bless you, Bruce. We are all so much the better for having had you amoung us.
Dave Edwards
December 25, 2011
One Hell of a MAN. Truely someone to look up to and respect. I know I do.
terence shannon
December 25, 2011
What an admirable and decent man. Like the warriors he represented he offered no fear of favour as he dedicated his life to his values.
Vale
Gary
December 25, 2011
Your tireless work in the memory of our diggers will ensure you yourself are never forgotten. Rest in peace Mr. Ruxton.
bythehandofgod
December 25, 2011
Sort of person that needs to live forever! His legacy won't be forgotten.
ailsa noble
December 25, 2011
Condolencesand prayers for the Ruxton family :)
A lovely man he was ,a digger who will not be forgotten :) ailsa.
December 24, 2011
God Bless you Mr Ruxton. Such a shame you never became our Prime Minister. May you RIP good sir. Many many Australians will never forget you!
December 24, 2011
Bruce a Great Australian i have known you for 48 of my 62 years you where my 2nd father see ya up there digger
Richard Fennessy
December 24, 2011
Bruce a Great Australian i have known you for 48 of my 62 years you where my 2nd father see ya up there digger
Vladimir Bosanac
December 24, 2011
Rest in peace, Bruce.
December 24, 2011
He is why they can come here, and want to.
December 24, 2011
You kept us on our toes - a true gentleman, outspoken, honest and loyal. Rest in peace
Roy Jones
December 24, 2011
Australia not only lost a son ,but a true hero and National Treasure. He passed on the anniversary of my fathers death and will allways be remembered as my other hero.
Bernadette COWLEY
December 24, 2011
God Bless you Mr Ruxton. Such a shame you never became our Prime Minister. May you RIP good sir. Many many Australians will never forget you!
Shirty Bear
December 24, 2011
Vale Bruce Ruxton, it is sad to see the diggers leave us. Soon there will be only our Vietnam Vets, peacekeepers and peacemakers left to march where once proud columns of returned servicemen and woman once stretched for what seemed forever. Vale Bruce Ruxton.
Kay
December 24, 2011
A great man and and will be remembered for the help he gave to the relatives of the Sandakan Death March. RIP Bruce
Mark Eccles-Smith
December 24, 2011
LEST WE FORGET , Bruce, gone but not forgotten.........rest in peace mate, may all the other Diggers, gone before you, welcome you with open arms, and a Beer for the trip!
Mark Eccles-Smith, President, Millicent sub branch RSL.
The Last Post will. Be played for you Bruce, when we get home.
Jim Fuller
December 24, 2011
God bless you Bruce. You spoke your mind and stood tall for all veterans. Australia loses a true patriot and believer.
Allenby Quintus' Family
December 24, 2011
In memory of dad's cousin Bruce. You were loyal to battlers and defender of Australia, its flag and all who served for this beautiful country. Fond memories of an old digger who stood up for what he believed was right, good and true. RIP- Lest We Forget.
Jodie Livingstone
December 24, 2011
May this true aussie gentleman rest in peace and condolences to his family
Stephen
December 24, 2011
RIP Bruce, you stood up for the vets who fought for this country and what you believed was right. A truly great Australian who wont be forgotten.
Robert Jones
December 24, 2011
Goodbye to a great Australian. Rip Bruce.
DARLENE MOFFITT
December 24, 2011
NOW There is a man that deserves a State Funeral
Peter McMullan
December 24, 2011
Great Man. We need more of his type in the Public Arena.
R.I.P.
Grant Armstrong
December 24, 2011
RIP Digger. Very sad to hear the news of this honourable man's demise. I had the privilege of speaking to you on a number of ex service issues Bruce, and you were spot on with your advice. You have done all of us ex Diggers proud. God Bless you. God Save the Queen!
December 24, 2011
Rest in peace we all lesrnt to respect the Service men and women who faught for this country. will never forget you.
December 24, 2011
RIP Bruce, the greatest supporter of all Veterans.
Judy Clues
December 24, 2011
A very sad day Thanks for the memorys
you were ONE OF THE BEST
GOD BLESS
Douglas Severn
December 24, 2011
A true Australian has passed into the pages of history,I wonder if Australia
will ever see the likes of a Bruce Ruxton Again!
December 24, 2011
WELL DONE BRUCE-R.I.P
December 24, 2011
YOU WILL BE SADLY MISSED OLD DIGGER
REGARDS
LITTLE ARDEE
Jean Anderson
December 24, 2011
Dear Bruce you helped so many Diggers. I enjoyed being in your company and we shared lots of laughter with Lionel, Tess and wee Joyce. You are in my heart alway. love Gypsy.
Brett A
December 24, 2011
Good on you Bruce, you were a straight speaker who said the things that the silent majority of Aussies thought, but were too cowed by the leftie PC brigade to say out loud themselves. Your work supporting fellow veterans was outstanding too. RIP Digger.
Daryl Vincent
December 24, 2011
The voice of many.
RIP
Roger Merrick
December 24, 2011
Bruce a True and Honest Australian, I can't think of a greater accolade.Lest We Forget
Adam W
December 24, 2011
Rest now old soldier for you did more than what was asked of you. For those of us reading this, mourn not what has passed, but ask yourself what you can do to honour this man's memory and legacy. Let's make this country great again... Lest We Forget.
Lasting Respect
December 24, 2011
Bruce you served your country as a member of the ADF and then afterwards served your mates of the ADF, both with honour. If ever a state funeral was due, it is due to you. Your "Say it as you see it" endeared you to most and was a red flag to some, but no one will argue, your heart was in the right place. Stand down cobber, let others take their turn. Deepest sympathy to your family and friends
Adam Weinert
December 24, 2011
You are a true patriot, an exemplary gentleman and an example to us all - thankyou for all you so selflessly did and and the sacrifices you so readily made. Now, more than ever, we need more Australians like you! At the going down of the sun, and in the morning, you will be remembered. Lest we Forget.
Bill van Eps
December 24, 2011
Bruce Ruxton will always be remembered as a brave honourable soldier who stood strong and proud! A great credit to the military and Australia!
peter mcneilly
December 24, 2011
lest we forget,rip mr bruce ruxton.you are an australian icon,you will be missed.
Lance Thame
December 24, 2011
A great man who loved his country
james skibsted
December 24, 2011
Rest in Peace, Bruce. We are much poorer for your passing.
Fred G
December 24, 2011
Bruce was there to remind us to respect our military and taught us many valuable lesson in not only history, but of Australia's achievements during the Great Wars and other noteworthy conflicts. There is not enough superlatives to describe Bruce and his legacy he has left on Australia. You have fought hard, rest in peace. At the going down of the sun, we will remember you
Peter Tyrrell
December 24, 2011
Bruce Ruxton made me realise how lucky I am to be born and live in Australia. He made me aware of the sacrifices of service men & women, which would have otherwise swept over my head. Sure he was outspoken,but he gave me an awakening with his incisive speeches regarding our nation and its people. I am honoured to have learned from this great Australian.
spike gumley
December 24, 2011
Remember this Mr Rexton and FAMILY
Lest We Forget !
John Laughton [JL]
December 24, 2011
On behalf Wal Werrett, we will miss our Best Mate & Pal, we remember the great times we had together. A True Supporter for all Veterans & their Families
Rick B.
December 24, 2011
Onya Bruce. A bloody good innings mate.
Gordon Samuals
December 24, 2011
A chapter of my life now ends with the passing of an honorable man who was the voice of the silent majority. You are now in eternal rest Mr Ruxton RIP.
Bryan Durham
December 24, 2011
When it came to helping veterans, nothing was too much trouble for Bruce. My late uncle, John Parker, was just one who owed Bruce so much. May your example of service to your fellows be followed by all Australians.
Craig Pottie
December 24, 2011
Australia is all the richer for having had you, and all the poorer with your passing. Rest well you've earned it.
Pete Rees
December 24, 2011
A great man, a good man and a man of honor. We will remember you. God save the Queen.
John Standfort
December 24, 2011
A real Australian for Australia.
Ray Pollard
December 24, 2011
With you gone mate part of Australia is lost forever never to be the same!
December 24, 2011
A great Australian and will be sadly missed because of his honesty and integrity.
Carolyn
December 24, 2011
R.I.P Bruce - The Waitress from Windsor -
Paul Christopher
December 24, 2011
Patriot and warrior for freedom.we shall not see another like him
Kirsten Paino
December 24, 2011
The last time I saw you was at my mother's funeral. It meant so much to our family that you were there at such an extremely sad time. And then you went to Qld to enjoy your retirement years. You will always be remembered fondly and are forever in our hearts!! R.I.P Bruce.
Lee Nichols
December 24, 2011
A True Aussie who knew what was important. We will remember.
Barry Rumpf
December 24, 2011
Goodbye to a great Australian. A true Australian.To quote his address at the 75th anniversary of ANZAC:-
"When the last of the Old Diggers dies there will pass forever into history a type of man the likes of which the world will never see again".
Vale Bruce.
Kevin Morgan
December 24, 2011
May God bless you Sir
G Sheahan
December 24, 2011
RIP Bruce. Yours became the voice for the silent majority against those who seek to belittle us and your tireless work gained for you the greatest respect. May God bless you and comfort your family during this sad time. Lest We Forget
December 24, 2011
The Diggers have Lost a truly great fighter for there cause
RIP
keith melbourne
Stewart M
December 24, 2011
Farewell to a fine Australian. If it wasn't for yourself and thousands of your mates you worked tirelessly for, myself and my children would be speaking Japanese now. Thank you sir.
guy gowan
December 24, 2011
A hard worker for a great cause he will be missed
Brian Sullivan
December 24, 2011
Rest in peace Bruce.
You were a true blue Aussie who stood up for all the values we hold dear in this country .
The RSL and veterans have lost a true friend and champion with your passing
Jane Fisher
December 24, 2011
R.I.P Bruce, you did a fantastic job for the returned service people.
Harry Schello
December 24, 2011
March on old warrior your task is not yet complete. You are nearly there!
Rest in Peace.
brad n
December 24, 2011
Good man lost, somebody will step up as Bruce showed Assies are tough.
john blahut
December 24, 2011
God bless you Bruce, love your work.
John M Blahut
Bruce Selleck
December 24, 2011
A true friend of the veteran, many men and families are endebted to your selfless efforts. The world is now a little darker because this light has moved on,Lest We Forget. On Behalf of the 2/8th Inf. Battalion Assocation 6th Div.
I also thank you personally for the help you gave my grandfather in his war pension efforts, eternal thanks
Penny & Greg Chapman
December 24, 2011
RIP Bruce you were a good man, my partners family knew the Ruxton family when they lived at Beaumaris. Condolences to the Ruxton family.
Stephen Claney
December 24, 2011
I had the privilege of knowing Bruce as a working journalist, and during 10 days we shared in Turkey and Gallipoli. His tireless efforts to help veterans and their families, including my father, will never be forgotten. Rest now Bruce.
s g
December 24, 2011
Your fight has ended, rest in peace Bruce you have done your job...
Zachary Sims
December 24, 2011
RIP. I still have the copper Spitfire Mk1 you gave to my mum :-).
Mike Sheehan
December 24, 2011
I called you when at Lone Pine & the Somme, we watched Collingwood together, we went to West Brighton Club, we loved your dogs called Digger, we enjoyed time together in Noosa. I will miss you Bruce.
michael whitehill
December 24, 2011
good bye to a true warrior RIP
Tony
December 24, 2011
Sad news on such a special day. Bruce you took on the establishment and never wavered. I never once disagreed with your outspoken veiws.
Rest in peace mate
wes Clonan
December 24, 2011
Thankyou Bruce ,for your courage your support for ex service people and concern for our country .Rest in peace old feller .
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