ASHLEY EARLENE BRUCE

Condolences & Memories (51 entries)

• Dear Susan, I was so sory to hear about your daughter Ashley. I cannot imagine what a difficult time this must be for you and your family. Hearing of her passing came as a comlete shock to me. So sorry for your loss. Deepest condolences. - Posted by: Tatjana Vukic () on: Mar 04, 2014

• WENT TOOL TOGETHER AND SHE MADE ME SMILE AND SHE WAS GREAT AND FUNNY, I HAD A GREAT TIME WITH HER, SHE WAS A COOL GIRL AND STUFF, AND SHE TOOK ME TO WORK AND I REALLY MISS YOU AND SHE WAS THE BEST SUPERVISOR AT TURNING LEAF TOO, I REALLY MISS YOU, FROM CHRIS BROWN - Posted by: CHRIS BROWN (FRIENDS) on: Mar 01, 2014

• Sue, Jeff and Allyson, There are no words descriptive enough to express the sadness I feel for all of you at this time. I hope you find some measure of comfort in the difference she made in many people's lives. A young woman you will always be forever proud of. May your faith help you all through this difficult time. My thoughts are with all of you. - Posted by: Frances Boux (former co-worker) on: Mar 01, 2014

• There are no words, but please know that our hearts go out to you at this time. - Posted by: Frank, Audrey, and Nathan Marr (aquaintance) on: Feb 28, 2014

• I am so saddened to hear of Ashley's passing. I cannot even imagine the sorrow and sense of emptiness that you must all be feeling at this time. My warm thoughts and sincere condolences are with you. I only learned your sad news today after Ashley's Service of Celebration had taken place... so unfortunately was not able to attend. Ashley was an amazing girl. I remember her from my days working with Allison both at School and in your home. She was always loving and caring and really contributed to the rich life Allison experienced. She was a great advocate for Allison and her input into Allison's wardrobe and day to day life in school was appreciated and admired. I can only imagine what a wonderful job she did at Turning Leaf. I am sure they too are all devastated. But beyond her loyalties to her sister was a creative, talented and outgoing young lady. Her life was far too short but within it she really made the most of each day. Please take care of yourselves and cherish your wonderful memories. With love from Susan Flynn - Posted by: Susan Flynn (Friend) on: Feb 27, 2014

• Susan, Jeff and Allison...no words can express how sorry we are for the loss of dear Ashley. I only wish we would have had more opportunity to get to know her better. She sounds like an extraordinary young lady. Please know our thoughts and prayers are with you all. - Posted by: Judy abd Paul Redmond (Friend of the family) on: Feb 27, 2014

• Dear Susan, Jeff, Allyson and all of your dear family, I am so very sorry to hear of Ashley's passing. Please know I am thinking of all of you and the heartache you are all experiencing. Judy Redmond and I are travelling back from a winter holiday and received an email from David at CPAM. We would have been at the service had we not been in the states. I send hugs to each one in your family. Ashley was beautiful, loving, and so very caring. Everyone will miss her greatly. Again my sincere condolences and much love. Laura - Posted by: Laura and Karen Schneller (Friendsh) on: Feb 27, 2014

• Dear Susan, Jeff, Allyson and all of your dear family, I am so very sorry to hear of Ashley's passing. Please know I am thinking of all of you and the heartache you are all experiencing. Judy Redmond and I are travelling back from a winter holiday and received an email from David at CPAM. We would have been at the service had we not been in the states. I send hugs to each one in your family. Ashley was beautiful, loving, and so very caring. Everyone will miss her greatly. Again my sincere condolences and much love. Laura - Posted by: Laura and Karen Schneller (Friendsh) on: Feb 27, 2014

• Sending my condolences to Ashley's family and many friends. A very beautiful girl inside and out. I don't think I can recall a day in OakPark where I did not see her smiling. Rest In Peace Ashley, you will be missed. - Posted by: Sascha (Schoolmate) on: Feb 27, 2014

• Sitting here thinking of what to say. Shedding a tear and not being able to imagine the heartache. Reading the other stories. All children are a gift. Sending you a hug Jeff and to your family too. By His Grace may you be guided through these times. Love you all - Posted by: Mike Robson (Jeff's friend) on: Feb 27, 2014

• Sue: I was so sorry to hear about your daughter Ashley. I cannot imagine what a difficult time this must be for you and your family. My thoughts and prayers are with you all, that you somehow find the strength to get through this difficult time. - Posted by: Carla Manchulenko (H5 coworker) on: Feb 27, 2014

• We are so, so sorry to hear of Ashley's passing. It was our privilege to have been part of Ashley's life and be her dance family for the 11 years she danced with us. We have so many wonderful memories of Ashley as we watched her grow from an adorable pre-schooler to a beautiful teen. From her very first recital as a "Boogie Woogie Jitterbug", she always had a smile on her face, a wiggle in her hips, and a passion to give it her all. At her last recital with us in 2004, her tap dance was titled "Unbelievable" and her jazz dance was titled "Fighter". Two words that are now so beautifully appropriate to describe Ashley today...... To Ashley's favourtie audience and biggest fans, Susan, Jeff and Allyson, our prayers and hearts go out to you during this very difficult time. Thank you so very much for sharing your gift of a daughter and sister with us for all those years - may she now shine her brightest and dance among the stars each and every night. - Posted by: Karen (Luba) Betz, Brenda Luba and Sylvia Luba (Ashley's Dance Family from Karen Luba School of Dance) on: Feb 27, 2014

• To Jeff and family, so sorry for your loss, heaven has received another special angel. Prayers and thoughts to you today. - Posted by: Patrick mccabe (Co workwr) on: Feb 27, 2014

• Ashely was incredible. I met her at Karen Luba's school of dance, we danced together for at least six years. I always remember her freckles and the birthmark on her nose. I think I told her once that is seemed like all her freckles were fighting for one spot, she found it funny. We also played baseball together, just one of her many talents. After that time spent together we would see each other at the grocery store or around our Charleswood neighbourhood often, she never hesitated to approach me, often times with a hug. It had been some time since I had seen her and yet her death left me floored and devastated. As a mother, my heart breaks for Ashley's mother, I could not understand what it would be like to walk in a hospital with a daughter and leave without one. My prayers are truly with you. May you find peace in your time of grief. Ashley dances in heaven. - Posted by: Veronika Hamulka (Dance friend/ baseball buddy) on: Feb 26, 2014

• Sorry to hear of your loss Marv - Posted by: Marv Oehlerking (retired co-worker & friend of Jeff) on: Feb 26, 2014

• Sue, Jeff and Allison we are deeply saddened in the loss of your beloved daughter Ashley. Our prayers and thoughts are with you. Love Jill and Janice - Posted by: Jill and Janice (family friend) on: Feb 26, 2014

• Ashley was an amazing lady that could light up any room she walked into, make anyone smile if they were feeling down, was willing to help in anyway she could and just had such great enthusiasm for anything she did! She inspired me in many ways and I always admired her amazing singing voice that held our Alto section strong in the pops choir and turned a head if she was singing a solo. As per my mother (Enid Cooper) words "there is are some very big shoes to fill for the person who takes the seat between her and Briony." Ashley, Many peoples lives changed for the better the moment you entered it, you have left a mark on each one... I am sure, many will never be the same now that you are gone and mine is one of them. My deepest condolences go out to the family and other friends. My thoughts are with you. Christy Szuck (Fellow alto in pops choir) - Posted by: Christy Szuck (Friend and choir mate) on: Feb 26, 2014

• My thoughts and prayers are with you at this very sad time. Eleanore Chopp - Posted by: Eleanore Chopp (Friend former neighbour ) on: Feb 26, 2014

• My heart is breaking. I can't say how sorry I am to hear about Ashley, the little freckle faced girl, who always threw her arms around her big sister at school, gave her a big kiss, and announced loudly, this is my sister. As Allyson would giggle, look at Ash, and the sisters would just grin. Two fiesty girls, and I loved them like my own. - Posted by: Margaret Ilderton (friend) on: Feb 26, 2014

• I used to work with Ashley at Turning Leaf 2 and a half or so years ago.. I remember the first day I met her.. She was shy yet such a beautiful jem of a person. I loved her style and her way with people. Hearing of her passing came as a complete shock to me and I was devastated. My thoughts are with her family and Turning Leaf family as well. - Posted by: Sarah Hendrickson (Past co-worker/ friend ) on: Feb 26, 2014

• So sorry for your loss. Deepest condolences. - Posted by: Garth Gerwing (Friend) on: Feb 26, 2014

• God Bless - Posted by: C. Payne and family (friend) on: Feb 26, 2014

• Ashley really did have an amazing personality and drive at work. I did not know Ashley very well, but from my interactions with her at work she really was a bright, happy person. My condolences to the family, Ashley was a bright personality and I know she will be missed greatly. - Posted by: Clifford Goodman (Co worker) on: Feb 26, 2014

• My heart hurts for you. I will always take your advice and tell my kids I love them, and hug them every time I see them! - Posted by: Mark Petursson (Jeff's school mate) on: Feb 26, 2014

• It was with profound sadness that we read of Ashley's passing. Our hearts and thoughts are with you in this most difficult time. - Posted by: Gary & Judy Hedge (Former Dentist & Hygienist) on: Feb 26, 2014

• Our family grieves your loss of your beautiful daughter Ashley. My heart aches for you all. I am away on holiday and won't be home to attend the funeral but am with you in spirit. Sending my love and healing thoughts and prayers. Linda Lamirande (Lawrence) and family - Posted by: Linda Lamirande and Lawrence Family (Friend) on: Feb 26, 2014

• I am sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you. - Posted by: Tom Benedictson (Friend) on: Feb 25, 2014

• Sue, Jeff, Allyson, you are in my thoughts. Your beautiful Daughter, Ashley, has lived an extraordinary life for one so young. She has a family who loved and supported her and enjoyed every moment of her life. She was surrounded by family and friends who understood who she was and she has certainly left her mark in this world. I want to tell you how deeply saddened I am for your loss. May the wonderful memories of Ashley remain in your hearts always. Ashley is your Angel, always nearby, looking over her family. Love Bernie - Posted by: Bernadette Graham (Cousin) on: Feb 25, 2014

• Our deepest sorrow for your loss Susan and Jeff. Our thoughts and prayers to you, in the loss of your daughter Ashley. - Posted by: Janet James Rob Smith (friends) on: Feb 25, 2014

• I am so sorry to hear of Ashley's passing. She stood beside me in pop choir, a sister alto, and her gorgeous strong voice guided all of us altos. She was always kind and encouraging to me. I will miss her in choir. My sincerest condolences to her family. - Posted by: Briony Haig (in pop choir with Ashley) on: Feb 25, 2014

• So sorry for your loss. You are all in our prayers. - Posted by: Henri & Barb Pambrun (Friends) on: Feb 25, 2014

• Since hearing of her passing, many people throughout our organization have stated "Ashley was Turning Leaf." I agree. She daily exemplified the values of our organization: unconditional acceptance, compassion, hopefulness and the belief that people can change for the better. She lead her Day Services team with strong work ethic, creativity, and humor. She was the type of role model for our participants and staff team that we must make every effort to replicate. She will be dearly missed by the Turning Leaf family, the participants, many members of our community and me. - Posted by: Barkley J. Engel (Executive Director of Turning Leaf (Inc.)) on: Feb 25, 2014

• To the Bruce Family: Our deepest and heartfelt sympathy to you all. May the memories you hold close to your heart, give you some comfort at this time. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Love the Arcands - Posted by: INGRID AND ART ARCAND (FAMILY FRIEND) on: Feb 25, 2014

• My sincere condolences to Susan, Jeff and Allison. I can't imagine your feelings of loss following such a tragic passing. My memories of Ashley are as a kind, funny, and friendly girl, who was a terrific singer. - Posted by: Jim Beatty (PTV Family) on: Feb 25, 2014

• Much love goes out to the family in this time of sorrow. Hold on to all the wonderful memories that Ashley has brought into your lives and let that bring a smile to your face today and always. Hugs and kisses from our family to yours; Camille, Ryan, Kieren and Charlotte - Posted by: Camille Graham (Cousin) on: Feb 25, 2014

• Words cannot describe the pain and sorrow her family and friends must be feeling. So sorry for your loss. My prayers and thoughts are with you all - Posted by: Courtney O'Brien () on: Feb 25, 2014

• We are very sorry for your loss. We are thinking of you and your whole family at this time. Very sincere condolences, The Nokes family- Patricia, Eleeta and Rose Marie and families. - Posted by: Patricia (aquaintance) on: Feb 24, 2014

• We are shocked and very saddened by the news of Ashley's passing. She was a beautiful young lady. We loved having her in our home. Over the years she xhkxcicared for our children, our pets and our home. Such a responsible and giving spirit. Hearts are breaking for your loss. Joy, Scott, Shea and Cali. - Posted by: Joy Johnston (Friend/neighbor) on: Feb 24, 2014

• Sincere sympathies to your family on Ashley's sudden passing. Please know that caring thoughts are with you. Will keep your family in my thoughts and prayers. - Posted by: Marnie Manerch (Friend) on: Feb 24, 2014

• Our sincere condolences to the family of this wonderful young woman who was so very professional and kind to Sean at Turning Leaf Day Program. - Posted by: sean, dayle and murray harding (client) on: Feb 24, 2014

• I have known Ashley only for a short period of time, since my cousin passed away last year. I found Ashley to be a fun loving person, full of life, and most of all a caring person with a cute smile. I feel privileged to have been able to meet her. She certainly will be missed by family and friends. My heartfelt condolences go to Ashley's family and friends at this difficult time. Her life was cut short but her memory will live on through family and friends. - Posted by: Steve Vukovich (Friend) on: Feb 24, 2014

• I was never friends with Ashley, but I went to school with her since grade 7 all the way through to graduation. I remember us being in a class together in grade 7. I remember it being around Christmas time and we watched the cartoon version of the Grinch who stole Christmas and I remember she said she still believed in Santa Claus when everyone else was saying he didn't exist. I remember thinking how cool that was. A random memory, but I always thought of Ashley as a very nice person and it was clear she was very lovable. My heart goes out to all of her family and friends. Rest in Peace <3 - Posted by: Charmian () on: Feb 24, 2014

• Ashley was a unique precious person and had class! She touched each person in her life in a special way and we all have wonderful memories of her. I loved to see how she was going to wear her hair and the colors she would put into it to brighten up my day. She will leave a memory for each of us to cherish. My heart breaks for her parents at this time. - Posted by: Rhonda Keppler (Co - worker at Turning Leaf. ) on: Feb 24, 2014

• My fondest memories of Ashley were with the Assiniboine South Youth Choir. I had the pleasure of chaperoning the girls on many of their trips. I remember one trip to Vancouver when the girls were camping our in the classrooms in sleeping bags on the floor. The girls spent most nights giggling themselves to slept. Poor Ashley got the flu but the trooper she was had her up, dressed and on the bus ready to perform the next day. She was a determined, mature and kind young woman who got along well with everyone. She made us laugh and enjoy the simple things in life. She was truly a blessing who touched so many lives in her short life, our thoughts and prayers are with you, Carol, Matt and Lauren - Posted by: Carol, Matthew and Lsuren Hawkins (Friends ) on: Feb 24, 2014

• What a wonderful soul to have met. She was part of my sisters (Rebecca Garcias) wedding party and she was a blast. She always made people feel good around her. She was so accommodating and great to dance with. Thoughts and prayers to all of her family and friends. God really got another angel. - Posted by: Rita Gordon (Friend ) on: Feb 24, 2014

• Our hearts go out to you in your time of sorrow. - Posted by: Nikki, Payton & Kallysta (Cousin) on: Feb 24, 2014

• Gone Too Soon by K.D. Nothing fully prepares us For the passing of someone dear The news comes like a piercing sound Foreign to the ear Even if we were forewarned Of what was to occur It doesn’t ease the pain It doesn’t quell the hurt Sometimes it blindsides us Nothing we would expect It shakes us and it breaks us We’ve no chance to object We’re left reeling from the shock Staggering from the sting Trying to make sense Of all that’s happening Wondering how we’ll make it Without their presence near Questioning how we’ll go on Through the ache and through the fear Knowing somehow we must proceed But still not sure quite how Going through the motions Is how we function now One second, hour, day at a time That’s how you make it through You say, “I can’t ever see How I will make it without you?” “But, this one thing I have That no one can tear apart Is the memory I hold of you Close within my heart.” So, with memories so precious We go forward day by day Honoring the one we love In a special way Their presence will be missed Their absence has left a void But their deposit into our lives Has left an undeniable joy And as we live each day Holding the gift of them in our hearts We honor their very essence A love that won’t depart - Posted by: Robin (aquaintance) on: Feb 24, 2014

• Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this very difficult time. - Posted by: David, Marvel & Carmen Scott (Friends) on: Feb 24, 2014

• I am beyond words that Ashley is no longer with us. Ashley was always a positive beacon of light for anyone that knew her. Growing up her friends were blessed with her positive attitude and occasional crazy antics. Her ability to make light of any difficult situation and not sweat the small things often left me in awe. It only seems like yesterday we were stuck in hysterical spandex dance costumes, taking on the turmoil of junior high and then somehow becoming adults in the real world. Although life has taken many turns and time spent together was sporadic, I always knew it never changed where we were because Ashley always saw the bigger picture and value in everything. Ashley was the friend that was always there when you needed her, she supported all of her friends no questions asked. Everyone who had the privilege of knowing her will miss her smile, warm heart and unquestioning kindness. My thoughts and prayers go out to her family and friends. Ashley has left us far to soon but in her time with us has made an impact far beyond her years. You will be missed beyond measure and will be in our hearts forever. - Posted by: Charwin (Friend) on: Feb 24, 2014

• I am so very sorry to the family. My sister Teresa and myself grew up with Ashley and have very fond memories of her. She lived a few houses down from us and spent many summers hanging out with us and going to the lake. She will be greatly missed...she was a wonderful person. Words can not describe the way we feel. - Posted by: Allison (Friend) on: Feb 24, 2014

• No words can heal your pain. Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with all of you. Much love, Michelle, Paul, Adriahna & Maitias - Posted by: Paul, Michelle, Adriahna & Maitias Amsler (Cousin) on: Feb 24, 2014