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Bruce Fredrick Ellis

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Bruce Fredrick Ellis

October 23, 1948 - October 6, 2023

Peacefully at the Northumberland Hills Hospital in Cobourg on Friday, October 6th, 2023, Bruce “Brucie” Ellis at 74 years of age. Beloved husband of the late Valerie Ellis (nee Walsh). Son of the late John Ellis and the late June Scot Zinger. Brother of the late Robert Ellis. Father of Catherine Ellis van Buuren and Trisha Ellis, Grandfather of 7, Cousin, Uncle, Great Uncle, Brother-in-Law, and friend of so many more.
Bruce was the life of the party and enjoyed many hobbies including baseball, horseshoes, fishing, and football. He had a passion for sports, his eyes would light up with excitement whenever he talked about his Tiger-Cats. Bruce was a member of the Colborne Legion and supported veterans and their families. Bruce found joy in all the little things and touched the hearts of everyone he met. We take comfort in knowing that Bruce has been reunited with Val, whom he loved so dearly.
A celebration of life will be held with details to follow. Those wishing may make a memorial donation, please choose a charity of choice and your condolences are warmly received at www.MacCoubrey.com .

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Brenda Dickens - October 26, 2023

Our Condolences to the Family. Val & Bruce reunited in the after life Rick & Brenda Dickens

Charlie & Joy Black - October 20, 2023

Sorry for your loss he was a great guy.

Mike Carter - October 19, 2023

Bruce. Fella?. One of the first to welcome us into the neighborhood thirteen years ago and introduce himself and Val to us. We would chat as he sat on his front porch, he had plenty of advice on lawn maintenance, facetiously of course. Anytime Bruce was scootering in our direction one could not help but smile in anticipation of what he was going to say because he always stopped and left you laughing. Among many things we miss his ghostly Halloween drive-by. Rest well Friend. Mike and Tracy Carter.

Gary and Linda McMurray - October 16, 2023

Our condolences to his family we have known Bruce for many years. Always so happy and loved his life he will be missed

Lorna Lee - October 14, 2023

RIP, Bruce. Condolences to your family and friends.

Camilla millar - October 13, 2023

My deepest condolences to Bruce's family .. he will be so missed . I enjoyed our nite time talks and the comfort he brought when my dad died .. I will miss him dearly .. Camilla and Mike Corkery

Bill & Deanna Downs - October 13, 2023

It is so sad that Bruce has passed, he suffered in silence! and always had a smile on his face. He was our neighbor for several years and was a very special person, always laughing and joking, and it was a pleasure to know him. Thought's and prayers go out to all his family and friends. Rest in Peace Bruce, we sure do miss you.

Barb Smith - October 12, 2023

Thoughts are with Bruce's family at this trime. RIP Thumper.

Sandra Boland - October 12, 2023

Aw so sorry to hear of Bruce passing. Have very fond memories of many great smiles and good humor. May Bruce Rest In Peace!

Rick and Cathie Edison - October 12, 2023

Rest peacefully Bruce

Gerard & Penny Bondy - October 12, 2023

Sorry for your loss.

Donna m Logel - October 12, 2023

My deepest condolences on your loss

Rosa Lee-Osinga - October 12, 2023

Deepest Condolences to all of Bruce's family and friends Truly sorry for your loss Sincerely from your friend Rosa

Jeanie - October 12, 2023

My condolences to Bruce’s family and friends. Such a funny ,loyal guy. Lots of laughter during the many years of playing euchre tournaments or weekly darts at the Legion. Quite a character.RIP Bruce ? Jeanie Haig