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BRUCE E. MCDONALD
Born: Apr 30, 1933
Date of Passing: Apr 27, 2012
Send Flowers to the Family Offer Condolences or MemoryBRUCE E. MCDONALD It is with profound sadness we announce that Bruce E. McDonald, 78, of Winnipeg, Manitoba, passed away suddenly on Friday, April 27, 2012 at Victoria General Hospital. He is survived by his beloved wife Judy (nee Ahern); his children, Mary Ellen, Mark (Marie), Anne (David), Ruth (Gilles), and Jane (Gener); grandchildren, Lisanne, Nicole, Katrine, Gabrielle, Margaux, Gideon and Gillian; siblings, Ilene, Shirley, Jo, and Barry. He was predeceased by his parents, Matthew and Mary McDonald. Bruce was born on April 30, 1933 in Chailey, Alberta. He grew up on a family farm where he developed his skill in carpentry and his passion for research through his involvement with the 4-H Club. This involvement led to a full scholarship to the University of Alberta where he graduated in 1958 with a Bachelor of Science in Agriculture and in 1960 with a Masters in Science in Nutrition. He went on to receive his doctorate in Nutrition and Biochemistry in 1963 from the University of Wisconsin, Madison. While pursuing his doctorate, he met Judy Louise Ahern in the spring of 1961 and they were married on June 30, 1962 in Dubuque, Iowa. He had a post-doctorate fellowship at the University of Illinois from 1963 to 1964 and the following year began his career as a professor at the University of McGill, Macdonald College. In 1968 he accepted an academic post at the University of Manitoba. As professor, he served the University with distinction until his retirement in 1998, receiving many awards and accolades for his roles as lecturer, researcher, and administrator. Following his retirement he was honoured to have the title Professor Emeritus conferred on him and a scholarship set up in his name. Never one to stay idle, he continued working as Executive Director of the Manitoba Health Research Council from 1997 to 2004. He also served in appointments for Health Canada / Heart and Stroke Canada and the Canadian Agri-Food Policy Institute. Over the course of his career, he authored 25 scientific papers, seven book chapters, and two books. While Bruce was dedicated to his academic life, ultimately he was committed and devoted to his family, friends, and faith. Each summer Bruce and his family embarked on travels to Dubuque, Iowa and Manville, Alberta to visit with family. These long car journeys were a time for bonding, playing family games, and enjoying each other. As his children grew older, Bruce and Judy established a new summer tradition when they designed and built the family cottage near Kenora, Ontario. It still serves today as the McDonald gathering spot and remains a source of many great family memories. Bruce was a loving husband and a wonderful father and grandfather. He was also an extraordinary role model to his friends and family, demonstrating dignity and integrity in all of his activities. He will be greatly missed by all. A service will be held Friday, May 4, 2012 at 11:00 a.m. at Mary Mother of the Church in Winnipeg, Manitoba. Burial will be at a later date. In lieu of flowers, donations in Bruce's memory may be made to the Bruce McDonald Award in Clinical Nutrition, University of Manitoba, 179 Extended Education Complex, Winnipeg, Manitoba, R3T 2N2. Chapel Lawn www.chapellawn.mb.ca 885-9715
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on May 02, 2012
Condolences & Memories (14 entries)
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I was truly saddened to read about Bruce's passing in the latest DC Journal. Bruce chaired the very first Nutrition Advisory Panel which I initiated for CEMA back in 1992. I was pretty "green" back then and he was so helpful. I will always remember Bruce as a true blend of professionalism and humanism! My condolences to the family. Claire - Posted by: Claire C Cronier (worked with Bruce on several committees) on: Sep 24, 2012
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Dear Judy and family, My deepest sympathy on Bruce's sudden passing. He taught many so much, in and out of the classroom. - Posted by: Carol Adolphe (Friend) on: May 08, 2012
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I just want to express my deepest sympathy to Anne and the whole family. I heard also of the unfortunate incident that happened to Anne, her mother and sister and hope that you are all doing fine now. - Posted by: Emerita Sakai (Kencho) (Knows Anne McDonald (a resident of Ishikawa, Kanazawa Japan)) on: May 07, 2012
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Dear Judy, My sincere sympathy to you and your family at this sad time. Bruce will be remembered as a "true gentleman" by all who knew him. May the thoughts and prayers of friends and family, comfort you during this difficult time. Judy Kyliuk - Posted by: Judy Kyliuk (friend) on: May 07, 2012
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I was so sorry to hear about Bruce's sudden passing Judy. You and your family are in my thoughts as you face this difficult time. My sincere condolences. - Posted by: Nell Ududec (Friend and former colleague of Judy) on: May 07, 2012
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Judy, we just learned of your loss and wanted to express our sincere condolences to you, and to your family. Our prayers are with you at this most difficult time. Carol and Walter Berry - Posted by: Walter and Carol Berry () on: May 07, 2012
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Dear Judy, We were so saddened to hear of Bruce's sudden passing. He will be so missed in his personal and professional relationships. Our sympathies to you Judy and to your extended family, thinking of you and wishing you strength, love Janice and David, Niagara Falls, Ontario. - Posted by: Janice and David Low (Friends) on: May 06, 2012
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Dr. McDonald, you left a positive influence on your students. Thank you. - Posted by: Janice Wolowich (4th Year President, Human Ecology 1990) on: May 05, 2012
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Our family sends our thoughts and prayers to the entire McDonald family. Bruce was a wonderful man who never forgot the Chailey community and his many friends in the Mannville area. He will be fondly remembered. - Posted by: Betty (Coulter) Lobe (Family friend) on: May 04, 2012
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Our deepest sympathy Judy and to your family. It was a huge shock to hear of Bruce's sudden passing. Our thoughts are with you. Bruce and I go back more than 50 yrs to our undergraduate days at U of A where we were Brothers in the DEKE Frat and business partners in several profitable enterprises, during the summer breaks. Of course, always the organizer, Bruce kept the " Books" . I will always cherish our long friendship. - Posted by: Sharon and Bob Ramsay [ Sydney, Australia] (friends ) on: May 03, 2012
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We are so sorry we can't attend Bruce's funeral and be with Judy at this time. We will miss Bruce and send our condolences to Judy and her family. Dublin, Ireland. - Posted by: Phil and Pat Tottier (Friends and Neighbors) on: May 03, 2012
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Deepest condolences and comforting hugs to you Judy, Ruth, Mark, Mary Ellen, Anne and Jane. You're in our thoughts and prayers and hope that you take comfort in the many people around you for support and strength at this time. Much Love, Todd, Jenn, Jack, Sam and Ben McFarlane - Posted by: Todd and Jennifer McFarlane (old neighbors/family friends) on: May 03, 2012
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I remember Bruce. I was the dean in the dormitory at VSA so I got to know students really well. I lost track of Bruce so his life story was of great interest. There was nothing in that story that was a surprise. He was one of the best students in his class. My sympathy to his family. - Posted by: Everett McCrimmon (a student of mine at Vermilion School of Agriculture) on: May 03, 2012
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So sad to hear about Dr McDonald's passing. I have had many teachers and professors but he is one that has had a tremendous impact on my education, and now career in nutrition. My condolences to his family. - Posted by: Joanne McKay (Former Student) on: May 03, 2012
