Surrounded by the love of his family, Bruno Braecker passed away at Stratford General Hospital on Wednesday, April 29, 2020, after a brief illness. The times and seasons of Bruno’s 80 years among us were blessed with the satisfaction that accompanied the tilling, planting and harvesting the acres of his McKillop Township farm… of course, while driving his Steiger Tractor. Bruno’s often stubborn, ornery ways were simply a shell for a man who loved his family, his friends, his pets and farm life. His presence will be missed within his family circle and among our community.
Bruno will be lovingly remembered by his wife of 57 years, Joyce (née Wilson) and their children John and Karen Braecker and Michelle Braecker and Paul Gibson. Treasuring memories of a much loved grandpa are grandchildren Adam and Roxanne Braecker, Holly Braecker and Blake Cardiff, Allison Braecker and great granddaughter Myer Braecker. Left to reminisce days gone by are siblings and siblings-in-law Melanie Blochlinger, Alice and Rudy Penner and Geraldine Wilson, along with many nieces and nephews.
Bruno is predeceased by his parents Johann and Melanie (née Bosch) Braecker and siblings-in-law Paul Blochlinger, Ewart Wilson, Ann and Chip Wood, Edna Wilson and Linda Wilson.
Arrangements are entrusted to Haskett Funeral Home, 87 Goderich Street West, Seaforth. Honouring Bruno’s wishes, cremation has taken place. Private family inurnment will take place at St. Peter’s Lutheran Cemetery at a later date. A time for family and friends to gather and honour Bruno’s life will be held when love, handshakes and hugs can once again be shared safely. In the meantime, raise a glass of vodka and water and remember Bruno with a smile. As expressions of sympathy, memorial donations to Seaforth Community Hospital Foundation or Cystic Fibrous Foundation Canada Research would be appreciated by the family.
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Pam and Gary Geiger
We just learned the sad news today of Bruno’s passing. We think of you all often and reminisce about our brief time at RR4 Walton and the good times we had there. Bruno was a diamond in the rough! We have nothing but fond memories of him and could never ask for a more kind and accommodating landlord. We send our love and sincere sympathy to Joyce, John, Michelle and families for your loss. Pam and Gary
Patricia Hackwell
Our thoughts and prayers to the Braecker family. Thinking of you, Audrey Hackwell and family
Nancy McNichol
Joyce, John, Michelle and families, So very sorry to hear of Bruno’s passing. I have many fond memories of Bruno over the years. My Dad (Glen) thought the world of Bruno too. He will surely be missed by all who knew him.
Nancy McNichol-Szabo
Gary Sholdice
Sorry to hear of Bruno’s passing.
I remember when the Braecker family moved into the area. My parents Russell & Verna
Sholdice,owned the general store in Brodhagen, Ont.
I’m Gary Sholdice, born & raised in Brodhagen. I’m now 82 and living in Goderich, Ont.
All the best to the Braecker family.
Bill and Grace Campbell
Joyce, John and Karen, Michelle and Paul and Grandchildren
Please accept our sincere sympathy. Bruno will be missed by many.
Bill and Grace Campbell
Ray & Louise Brown
Joyce, John, Michelle and families, so sorry for your loss. Bruno and I had so many good trips and fun times through the years. He truly had a good full life. I will miss Bruno and all our good times together. Our most sincere and deepest sympathies, Ray and Louise Brown
Ellery Swinkels & Cohen Templeman
Our sincere sympathy to you all on the loss of Bruno.
Dorothy Medd
Joyce + Family: Sorry for your loss. Sincere sympathy to your entire family.
Henrietta Wise
Joyce,John,Michelle and families
We are so sorry to hear of the sudden loss of your husband , father and grandpa.You are all in our hearts and prayers.
Henrietta and Mik
Claude Robinson
As I arrive to work today and learn of Bruno’s passing my memory went directly to our last encounter when I had the pleasure of standing in the shop with three generations of Braecker men, Bruno, John and Adam as we shared a few laughs. That will be a memory cherished always.
My deepest sympathy on your loss and you have my thoughts and prayers that his life lived will be his gift to all he loved and left.
Claude R.
Alex Meyer, Schweiz
Liebe Joyce, Michelle, John und Familie
Herzliches Beileid zum Tod von Bruno. Wir wünschen Euch Zuversicht und Kraft in diesen schweren Tagen. Bruno ist einst mit seiner Familie vom Fuchsacker in Degersheim, Schweiz, weggezogen um in Kanada neu anzufangen. Bruno und Joyce haben viel gearbeitet und waren sehr erfolgreich. Bruno war das Gottenkind meiner Mutter Heidy. Willi Schönenberger von New York und von Degersheim pflegte ebenfalls Kontakt mit Bruno. So hat ein erfülltes Leben sein Ende gefunden und wir bleiben zurück, dankbar dass wir Bruno und seine Familie kennen lernen durften.
Herzliche Grüsse von Alex Meyer, Schweiz
Denim and Karen Layton
Michelle and Paul and family
We are so sorry to hear of your Dad’s passing and at such a challenging time. Denim said “I dont think there is anyone who didn’t know Bruno” and from the sounds of all the messages so many thought the world of him. Our sincerest sympathy to you all.
Denim and Karen Layton
Dave and Barb Dalgliesh
Michelle, Paul and Family
We are so sorry to hear of your Dad’s passing, please know we are thinking of you!
Our sincerest sympathy to you all,
Dave and Barb Dalgliesh
Beth & Harold Van Doornik
Joyce, John & Karen, Michelle &Paul & Grandchildren
Sorry to hear of Bruno’s passing. Thinking of you all at this time and wish to extend our deepest sympathy.
Cheers to Bruno!
Beth & Harold Van Doornik
Bob and Marilyn Doerr
Joyce and Family. Our sincere sympathy on the loss of Brono, many fun memories
Jim and Jackie Borman
Joyce and family… sorry to hear about Bruno’s passing. Enjoyed Bruno’s company years ago. I always remember his old Hudson. Hope that everyone is managing in these difficult times.
Sincerely , Jim and Jackie Borman
SueAnne and Ed VanMiltenburg
So sorry for your loss.
Sue Anne and Ed
Tina Hoelscher
Joyce and family,
So sorry to hear about Bruno. I have many fond childhood memories being at the farm. My deepest sympathy.
Tina (Bosman) Hoelscher
Tracey Moore
My heartfelt sympathy for the family. May the love, prayers and support of your family and friends bring you comfort during this most difficult time.
Michelle, I know that what you are going through right now is very difficult, just know that I am here for you. I am truly sorry for your loss. Love T
Heidi Menzi and Family
May the memories you hold in your heart bring healing and peace to your soul.
ROB SLOAN
Joyce,John, Michelle ..Sad to hear of Brunos passing.
Loved it as a kid when Bruno and Muff would come in for Sunday morning Communion with Jimmy.
Rob Tetu and Cora de Vries
We were saddened to hear of Bruno’s passing. We send our condolences to the family and hope that warm memories of times past will help to see you through this loss
Rob Tetu and Cora de Vries, Beechwood
Auleen Pearn
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family, Joyce. Sorry for your loss
Love from Auleen Pearn
Chris and Lisa Middleton
Sending our deepest condolences to all of Bruno’s family.
Chris & Lisa Middleton
Paul and Barb Storey
Joyce, Michelle and Paul, John and Karen and family
Sending our deepest sympathy to you all at this sad time.
Cherish your memories!!
Paul and Barb
Marg Pavkeje
So sorry to hear about Bruno. Thinking of all of you.
Bob Leeming
Joyce, John, Michelle and family
So sorry for your loss. Our deepest sympathies
Lots of fond memories Cheers! Bruno
Bob Leeming & Sandra Jansen
Tina Driscoll
Joyce, John and Karen, Michelle and Paul and family
My thoughts are with you at this time. Sincerest sympathy to you all.
Tina
Lois Costello
To Joyce and family sending my deepest condolences to you. My parents farmed down the road from your farm many years ago, Roy and Wilma Wildfong. Although I didn’t personally know Bruno it was a name I heard and new. I am the youngest daughter so was only 12 when we moved to Mitchell.
Thoughts and prayers to you and your family.
Ben and Lois Costello ( Wildfong)
Rob and Elizabeth McGregor
Joyce, John &Karen, Michelle &Paul and families, Our deepest sympathies in the passing of Bruno. Keep memories of him close to your heart forever. He will be missed.
Harry &Dianne Cook
Joyce JohnMichael and families, Our sincere sympathy in your loss. Hugs from afar
Sharon Murray
Joyce and family
So sorry for your loss. My sympathy and thoughts go out to you all.
George & Joyce Vivian
John, Karen and the Braecker Family: We are sorry to read about the passing of Bruno. Treasure your memories. George & Joyce Vivian
Ernst & Yolanda Gubelmann
Sending you our deepest sympathy to all of Bruno’s family
Ken and Elaine De Corte
Our condolences to the family. Bruno was an exceptional farmer neighbour and friend.
Mary Ann Holland
Joyce and family. So sorry for your loss.
I will miss his smile and his sense of humor . Thinking of you during this difficult time.
John and MaryLou Driscoll
Joyce, John and Karen, Michelle and Paul and family
Our deepest condolences to you at this time. Keeping you in our thoughts and prayers. I have lots of memories of Bruno and they all began in 1957, when we worked together building the Stratford Festival, then in the ‘60’s , I trucked Bruno’s hogs and we’ve been good friends ever since, with lots of good drinks! Cheers Bruno!
John and MaryLou Driscoll
Keith & Gloria Wilbee
Joyce and family, our sincere condolences in the loss of Bruno. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Joanne (Carter) Cameron
My deepest sympathy to Joyce, John, Michelle and family at this difficult time.
Memories never fade, they linger in our hearts forever.
My thoughts and prayers are with you all at this time xo
Pat & Lee Nowack
Our sympathy to all of Bruno,s family.
Pat and Lee Nowack
Tammy and Pete Martene
Joyce, John and Karen, Michelle and Paul and family
Sending our heartfelt sympathy to you at this time . I have lots of fond childhood memories at your farm…cherish your memories! Hugs to you
Tammy and Pete Martene
Suzanne Kennedy
We are so sorry for your loss, our deepest condeloncences Joyce, Michelle, John, and family’s. Bruno will never be forgotten, loved life to its fullest. 💕 Suzanne, Steve, Jasmine Kennedy, Bill & Kathy Dallas
Tom Shannon
John, Karen and family. so sorry to hear of Bruno’s passing. our thoughts are with you. the Shannon family
Barry and Brenna Vincent
Joyce and family,
Sending our sincere condolences to the entire Braecker family. Bruno will be missed by many! Our thoughts are with you all.
Kevin & Kelly Butt
Michelle,
Sending thoughts, prayers and hugs to you at this difficult time. May the happy memories of your dad help you in the difficult days ahead.
Kevin & Kelly Butt
Joyce, John, Karen & family,
We are so sorry to hear that Bruno passed away. Sending thoughts, prayers and hugs to you at this difficult time.
Carolyn and Gerald Johns
Thinking of the Braecker family as they say goodbye to ‘Bruno’. A kind and friendly soul.
Carolyn and Gerald Johns
Thinking of the Braecker family as they say good bye to Bruno
A kind and giving sole.
Ray and Linda mcnichol
Our condolences to all of Bruno’s family….he will long be remembered by all those who had the pleasure to have known and worked with him….he was a farmer through and through and the 13th of Mckillop has lost a little piece of history this week….
Peter & Frances
We are so sorry to hear this news of Bruno. Our condolences to you Joyce, John & Karen, Michelle & Paul and all those grandkids.
Rest In Peace Bruno
Bill and Sharon McClure
Bruno was a man who always said what he thought, he would also give you the shirt off his back if you needed it. They say there is a special place in heaven for Grampas if this is true , this place just got filled . We will miss him. Bill and Sharon McClure.
Ann (Rivers) Preszcator
Joyce and Family:
My thoughts and prayers are with you all at this sad time.
Paul and Cathy Hulley
Our deepest sympathy to the Braecker Family. Cherish your many memories.
Kathy Ward
Sorry to hear about the passing of Bruno. Thinking of All the Family at this difficult time. Hold on to all the great memories.
Ron & Kathy Ward
Jim and Marian Finlayson
Joyce and family,
We wish to extend our deepest sympathy to you all. Cherish your memories.
Ivo and Angela Gerretsen
We are sorry for your loss .
Carole Gethk
Joyce & Family
I am sorry to hear of Bruno’s loss. My sincere sympathy and my thoughts are with you.
Carole Gethke
Warren and Judy Beuerman
Our sympathy to Joyce, John, Karen, Michelle, and Paul, and grandchildrens. Bruno worked hard on the farm and for other farmers in McKillop to. He also enjoy a good time with lots of fun. Bruno was a great dancer at the party. May Bruno live forever in your hearts. Another farmer got his angel wings. Sincerest Sympathy Warren, Judy and Mike Beuerman, Melissa and J.C. Beacom
Neil & Loretta Dolmage
Joyce, John, Michelle & family. Sending our Love & Sincere sympathy at this time of loss. Hold the many good memories close to your hearts. I am sure there will be many to make you smile in the days ahead.
Neil & Loretta Dolmage.
Leona Nigh
Joyce & family– my thoughts are with all of you,enjoy your memories. Leona Nigh
Ken and Jannette Stoll
Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this time
Tracy McLennan
Dear Joyce, John, and Michelle and families,
I just heard of Bruno’s passing from Mom and Dad, and I instantly was transported back to my childhood and being over at the house with my family. Bruno was loud and larger than life. Stubborn and ornery are great descriptors, but so were kind, funny, and loving. I have nothing but wonderful thoughts and memories of your husband /father. He will be missed and I send my deepest condolences to you at his passing.
Tracy (Bosman) McLennan
Joan Addison
Joyce and family very sorry for your loss
Dagmar Weinert
Sorry for your loss. He will be missed.
Andrea Dumey Foeste
I wish to extend my deepest sympathy to the family and friends of Bruno. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this time.
Andrea Dumey-Foeste
Wanda Dietz
Joyce, John & Karen, Michelle & Paul and grandchildren. Our sincere sympathy to you and your families, at this sad time in your lives.
Wanda & Milton Dietz
Suzanne and Perry Schwab
Michelle and Paul,
We are so sorry for your loss of your beloved dad. I wish I could be there to support you and give you a hug. Spend time remembering the special moments you shared with your dad. His love will always surround you. Sending sympathy to your entire family at this time.
Love,
Suzanne
Lyle and Gwen
Joyce, John, Michelle and Families …our thoughts and prayers are with you during this time and always !!
A man that will not be forgotten !❤️
Stacey
Dear Aunt Joyce, John, Karen and Michelle, Paul and families,
Please know that we are holding an extra special place in our hearts for you during this time.
Bruno was such a Pillar and we will greatly miss him.
Sending all our love, until we can hold you tight once again. 💙💙💙
With deepest sympathy,
Stacey, Nik and Mason
Larry & Ann McBride
John & Karen and family
We wish to extend our sincere sympathy to you at this time. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Larry & Ann McBride
Mary Reynolds(Swinkels)
Joyce and family, sorry to hear of Bruno’s passing. He lived life on his own terms. Cherish the memories. Pretty sure Harry is there to greet him.
R&D Williamson
Joyce John & Karen ,Michelle & Paul & Grandchildren , Our Sincere Sympathy to you all . Cherish the memories you have & keep them close to your heart ! Ron & Dorothea
Paul and Sue Robinson
Dear Joyce and Family: Our sincerest condolences on the passing of Bruno. Our memories are filled with fun and laughter. Keeping you in our thoughts and prayers. Paul and Sue Robinson
Len and Audrey O'Rourke
Joyce and family, we are thinking of you at this sad time. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Don and Maja
Sincere condolences to Joyce and family.
Bryan and Lynda Vincent
Our thoughts and prayers go out to Joyce and the whole family. We will miss our good talks with Bruno. What a character. Teaching us to live life Large! Thanks Bruno.
Danny Dumey
Joyce my thoughts and prayers are with you. I will always for the rest of my days remember that wonderful Bruno always had when he came to visit me. I am proud to say he was my friend and I will miss him always. God bless you and your wonderful family.
Janelle
Joyce, Michelle, “my John” and Family,
With a heavy heart I wish you all my sympathies. May your fond memories live on forever!
With much love,
Janelle, Bryan, Levi and Edie-Rae
Wayne Hopper
A Man of few words
Ruth Blöchlinger
Our deepest sympathy and prayers are with Aunt Joyce and our cousins, Michelle and John and all the Braecker family. We have so many fond memories of Uncle Bruno, his joy of farm life, his love for us, and of course the tractor rides, standing on the back axel. We will never forget him and the wonderful visits and experiences he brought to our lives.
Ken and Anne Murray
Bruno was a great neighbour and friend who welcomed everyone in his circle. We wish his beloved family our sincere condolences.
Nancy Parker
As I read this obituary, my mind is filled with many old and pleasant memories of our times together. Switzerland, Mexico, Florida, parties at both of our homes, gravel runs and more. You will be missed Brunie! My heart goes out to you Joyce, Michelle, John and your families. Hugs to you all.
Theresa McClory
Thinking of you all during this time of sadness. He will be forever missed.
Love Theresa, Carali and Kiarra Hugill
Bill & Connie Devereaux
Our deepest sympathy and prayers are with you all at this sad time.
Lynda Denham
Deepest Sympathies Michelle to you and your family at this difficult time
John van Vliet
My deepest sympathies to all of Bruno’s family at this difficult time.
george and ruth townsend
Joyce and family, sympathy to all. We have lost a great customer and friend. Always enjoyed his visits at the shop.
Bruno will be truly missed.
Diane NcNichol
So sorry for your loss. He will be so missed
Warren & Betty Small
Joyce & Family,
We are so sorry to hear of Bruno’s passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this difficult time.
Bill & Heather McMillan
Sending our heartfelt sympathies on the loss of Bruno. His presence will be missed by so many. The Hullet-McKillop Road will never be the same…
Jacquie and Steve Mohr
Our deepest sympathies Joyce, John, Michelle and family. Bruno was a great man. So many great memories of him. He was always there to lend a hand and raise a glass!
Jacquie and Steve Mohr
Doug & Anne McGregor
Our sincere sympathy to you all on the loss of Bruno. Our thoughts are with you all.
Bonnie Beuerman
Joyce and family so sorry for your loss thinking of you and your family
Ron and Ann Thompson
Joyce, John, Michelle and families
Our sincere sympathy to all of you. Keeping you all in our thoughts and prayers.
Chris Coombs
So sorry for your loss Braecker family. Bruno and Joyce were so friendly to us when we moved into the neighbourhood all those years ago! Cheers to Bruno!
Christine Coombs
Ethan and Joanna Wallace
Thinking of you Joyce and family. Sending big virtual hugs.
Kent & Jen Baer
Sending you our deepest sympathy and caring thoughts to all of Bruno’s family .
Bruce Sharon Wilbee and Family
Joyce and Family
We remember Bruno being one of the first to our home when Dad took sick in 1982. He worked in the fields and he was there for us.
Over 39 years at our store 3 generations of Braecker’s have always been there for us.
Deepest sympathies to everyone, you are all in our thoughts, prayers and our hearts.
Gerald & Anne Ryan
Please accept our deepest sympathy to all the family.
Doug and Cathy Keys
Joyce and family, thinking of you, our sincere condolences
Gord and Marg Dale.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you Joyce and family, Gordon and Margaret Dale.
Diane M. Osborn
Joyce and Family: Please accept my sincere sympathy at this sad time.
Bruce Selina Treble
Our sincere condolences to John and family
Gail and Greg Clarke
We will miss bruno so much. Many a great time at the Zurich bean festival car parade will be remembered. All our love joyce and family
Gail and Greg Clarke
Mary Anne McNichol
Deepest sympathy to you all. Keep all the good memories close to your heart.
Sending prayers at this sad time.
Janice Murray
Our deepest sympathy to you all.. Janice Murray Jansen & Harry Jansen
Taralyn and Evan Cronin
Our deepest sympathies to you Joyce and your family. Bruno was a great neighbour and he will certainly be missed! Our thoughts are with you – Evan and Taralyn Cronin and family
Diane Elston
My deepest condolences on your loss of Bruno.
Diane Elston
Dave and Rhonda Bartliff
Joyce and Families,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this time. Bruno will be deeply missed by all that knew him.
Dave & Rhonda Bartliff
Donna Lee
We are so sorry for your loss Joyce. John and Michelle We wish we could be there to give you a big hug and offer a toast to Bruno. Always in our hearts and on our minds. Love Rob (reefer) and Donna Lee.
Elaine and Jim Floyd
Our deepest condolences and know we are thinking of you at this time.
Brian and Nancy
Our deepest sympathy to Joyce and the family he will be missed he was truly a great man and a friend to all who knew him cheers Bruno this vodka is for meeting and knowing you
Shirley (Bosman) Erb
To Joyce and all of Bruno’s Family. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Anne Elizabeth Dayman
John and karen and families: I will miss teasing bruno and his quick and great sense of humor. Hugs to all randy and anne dayman
Glen Francis, Ray, Tracy, Jason & Jessica Lamont
Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this time.
Denise (Troyer) Batten
Joyce and family, Our deepest condolences on the passing of Bruno….Lot’s of fun memories
Denise (Troyer) Batten
mark upshall
Joyce, john, and michelle, sorry for your loss, Bruno s a great man and will be missed by many, Im sure Harry s been waiting for him and there having a blast up in heaven looking down on us all.
Thelma Smith
Our Sincere sympathy to you Joyce and your family….he will be missed ….hopefully the great memories of your life shared and holidays and family gatherings will help to lighten the days ahead…hugs and love to you in memory of Bruno……Thelma and Ernie
John Munro and Rose Burgess
Dear Joyce and family. May our thoughts and prayers be with you all. Many good gravel running times with Ralph and Randy would end up at your place for fun and laughter. John Munro
Robert Eedy
Joyce, John & Karen and Family
Our sincere sympathy to you all on the loss of Bruno, hold your memories of him close to your heart!
Thinking of you all at this time of sorrow.
Robert & Sandra Eedy and Family
Ross Workman
Our thoughts are with at this time. Ross & Marian Workman
Gordon & Irma
Joyce and all the family; Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this sad time. Sincerest sympathy to you all.
Gordon & Irma Pryce