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ANN BRUCE
On January 21, 2025, with great sadness, we lost a kind soul today; our mother Ann Bruce. Mother got her wish by passing away in her sleep, she is not suffering anymore.
Mum was predeceased by her parents, Michael and Kathleen Mandzuk; her husband Archibald Bruce (2006); her sister Mary Luddick; and her brothers, John and Bill Mandzuk.
Mum was a caregiver all her life, raising two daughters, later in life caring for her husband, her own mother, and for a short time her brother Bill. When she needed extra care she moved in with her daughter Lori. Mum was 96 years old when she passed away.
Ann was a good and kind lady who was always there for her family. She lived on her own in her condo for 17 years, enjoyed playing Scrabble with her good friend Elsie and drove her own car into her late 80s.
Remaining to forever cherish her memories are daughters, Kathy Simeonidis and Lori Graham (Jamie); granddaughter Christine Simeonidis-Cooper (Jeff), great-grandchildren, Kaleb and Noah; granddaughter Samantha (Ameya); grandson Nickolas Simeonidis, and great-grandchild Arlynn. Her grandchildren and great-grandchildren whose presence always brought a smile to her face, as well as numerous nieces, nephews, relatives and friends.
Mum wrote some instructions for her final wishes: In accordance with my wishes, cremation has taken place and no service will be held. A private family graveside service will occur at a later date.
My life on earth is truly past, I’ve loved all of you to the very last, Weep not for me, but courage take, And love one another for my sake.
Her family will miss her greatly, she was a very special lady.
The family would like to thank the doctors and nurses at St. Boniface Hospital and the doctors, nurses and aides at Misericordia Hospital for their excellent and compassionate care of mum.
As an expression of sympathy, in lieu of flowers, the family wishes donations be made to the St. Boniface or Misericordia Hospital.
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Jan 25, 2025
Condolences & Memories (2 entries)
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Ann, what a special lady! It's comforting to know that she left us peacefully and just as she had wished. The family's love and care for her over the years have always been evident, and I'm sure she felt the depth of your affection every single day. Please know that my thoughts and deepest sympathies are with you all. With warm condolences, Cheryl - Posted by: Cheryl Winnicky (Friend) on: Jan 28, 2025
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To Ann’s Family - Let Love live forever and memories shine through your sorrow. Ann was my mom‘s cousin (Jeanette). Growing up, our families spent a lot of good times together at each other’s homes, sometimes with extended family and also the times at the lake. As we got older, our lives going in different directions, we were lucky if we saw each other at weddings, funerals, and sometimes birthdays. This past summer, we had the enjoyment of Ann coming to visit our Dad, Father Peter. Thank you Lori and Jamie for making this happen. He was deeply grateful and enjoyed the visit, as we all did. It was like time hadn’t passed. Ann and my dad being the last of that generation in our families, it was good to see them together, a true blessing. Both of them still being the firecrackers, sharp and witty as always. A really nice time. Her presence for you all, will be truly missed, but in your hearts, nothing can take away the love and the memories. As your Mom wanted, “weep not for me, but courage take and love one another for my sake”. A beautiful saying Ann. Give a Hug to our Mom and teach her how to play scrabble with you - Posted by: Father Peter Chorney, Susan and Karl Brosch, Judith and Joel Fournier (Family) on: Jan 25, 2025
