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ALFRED WARD
Born: Aug 17, 1934
Date of Passing: Mar 26, 2017
Send Flowers to the Family Offer Condolences or MemoryALFRED (BRUCE) WARD August 17, 1934 - March 26, 2017 Surrounded by his loving wife and family, Bruce passed away peacefully at St. Boniface Hospital on Sunday, March 26, 2017, at the age of 82 years. The passing of our husband, dad and papa is a heartfelt loss as he meant so much to the family and anyone who knew Bruce. Remaining to cherish Bruce's memory are his loving bride of 61 years, Margaret; his children, Leota, Darryl (Laureen), Mary (Allan), Dean (Jeannie), Jeff (Marianne) and Andy (Michelle); grandchildren, Foster, Jennifer, Joshua, Zachary, Victoria, Samantha, Rebecca, Sara, Johanna and Nathan, as well as great-grandchildren, Reuben, Isaiah, Lazarus and Lex. He was predeceased by his daughter Kelly. Bruce was born in Port Arthur, Ontario to his mother Leota, and lovingly raised by his grandparents Mary and George, for whom he had great respect and admiration. He moved to Nipigon, Ontario where he met his bride Margaret and they quickly began their family that grew to six children. At the same time, he began his long career in the food industry working with his father-in-law Florian at Zechner's Grocery Store. Bruce moved his family to Winnipeg in 1963 and took a position with Campbell's Soup where he honed his sales skills. In a bold move, he started his own food brokerage, Richardson and Ward, and successfully grew his company. His first retirement came at age 55, but it didn't last long as he joined Granny's Poultry and led their growth until his retirement at age 67. Bruce was an accomplished sales leader and was loved by his customers and people he mentored along the way. A tireless worker, he moved into the full time role of Papa and also worked countless hours for the Catholic Church in a Stewardship capacity. Bruce had a passion for sports and excelled at everything, particularly golf, and forged many friendships as a member at Southwood Golf and Country Club and later Niakwa Golf and Country Club. He loved life and he threw himself into everything he did with hard work and determination, blended with a perfect mix of fun. Funeral Mass will be Celebrated on Friday, March 31, 2017 at 1:00 p.m. in St. Paul the Apostle Roman Catholic Church, 2400 Portage Avenue, Winnipeg, with Rev. Fr. Eric Giddins and Rev. Msgr. Ward Jamieson, presiding. Interment will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Autism Society of Manitoba, 825 Sherbrook Street, Winnipeg, MB R3A 1M5, or the St. Boniface Hospital Foundation, C1026 - 409 Taché Avenue, Winnipeg, MB R2H 2A6. Bruce led with his heart and provided a great model for his family and his legacy will live on forever. Of some coincidence, it was his well-used heart that eventually gave out on him. Rest in peace, Bruce, Dad, Papa. Wojcik's Funeral Chapels & Crematoriums, Winnipeg, 1020 Main Street, 204.586.8668 www.wojciksfuneralchapel.com
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Mar 30, 2017
Condolences & Memories (5 entries)
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Oh Mr. Woofy, such a large and colourful presence you were. The Ward family goes back to some of my earliest and fondest memories as a kid on Wayota Street in Transcona. Last time I saw Bruce was a couple of years ago, at the Swing and a Prayer tournament. I was fortunate enough to get to play with him as part of our foursome. He was generous in his love for family and friends, and will be sorely missed. Heartfelt condolences to all of the family. - Posted by: Karen Torgerson (Friend) on: Mar 31, 2017
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Our deepest condolences to the Ward family, especially Darryl and Laureen and children, from your old neighbours and friends on Regal Avenue. I unfortuneately did not know your Dad, but Barry had the pleasure of knowing him from back in you boy's younger years. He was unable to be there for the funeral, but we wanted you to know our hearts and prayers are with you all at this extremely sad time. Barry and Julie - Posted by: Julie and Barry Reimer (Friends) on: Mar 31, 2017
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I admired Bruce's love for his family and his wife Margaret. He always spoke so highly of them. I think he would literally swim across an ocean for Margaret. I always appreciated his honest perspective on different life subjects. He will be dearly missed as my visits with him and Margaret were always so pleasant. My thoughts and prayers are with the family. - Posted by: Candace Landry (Advisor) on: Mar 30, 2017
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I have many memories of Mr. Ward at the cabin on Royal Lake. My condolences to Mrs Ward, Mary and the family. - Posted by: Pat Bowman (Friend of Mary) on: Mar 30, 2017
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I have many fond memories of Bruce. I grew up in Port Arthur on the same street as Bruce and remember Bruce playing minor hockey as a goal tender in the old Port Arthur arena. In Winnipeg I reconnected with Bruce through mutual friends and through the K of C. Bruce was instrumental in starting the "Swing and a Prayer" fund raiser which I was involved with. He was truly a family man and a devout Christian. Our condolences to Margaret and family. - Posted by: Paul & Janet Zubec (friend) on: Mar 30, 2017
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