At LHSC-University Hospital on September 8, 2017, Bruce passed away following a massive stroke at the age of 66. Bruce is fondly remembered by his wife of 37 years, Deb, and is survived by his children Jeff of British Columbia, Brittany Grant (Christopher Denda) of Dorchester, and by his grandchildren Olivia Grant and Raiden Denda. Also survived by his sister Nancy Hergott of British Columbia, nephews Conrad and Simon, cousin Alan Grant (Gloria) and their family. Lovingly remembered by mother-in law Barbara McCulley, sister-in-law Pam McCulley-Bookham (John) of Fort St. John, B.C., niece Dana and nephew Micah and their families. Bruce leaves behind many family and friends. Predeceased by his parents Bruce and Doris (Malleau), infant brother Paul, and father-in-law C.W. (Chuck) McCulley.
Bruce was born in Toronto, raised in Guelph and spent his younger years riding dirt bikes with his best buddy Rick Burns (Pat) and his life long friends. Bruce moved to London in 1979 to attend Fanshawe College. It was there that he later began a career in co-operative education which lasted 25 years. After retirement from Fanshawe, Bruce realized his dream of opening an art gallery. He opened Grant Gallery in Lucan in 2007 and was a familiar face on Main Street for 9 years. Bruce was an avid fly fisherman and master fly tyer. He also enjoyed reading, cooking, and gardening. Anyone that had the pleasure of knowing him will know that he always had a smile, a joke, or a friendly ‘hello’ to share.
A Memorial Visitation will be held at the Haskett Funeral Home, 223 Main Street, Lucan on Monday, September 11, 2017, from 2-4 and 7-9 PM. Cremation has taken place.
Donations to the London Humane Society, the Heart and Stroke Foundation, or the Canadian Mental Health Association would be appreciated by the family.
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Carol Ann McCleary
Brittany & Family
I have just heard about Bruce’s passing. I am very saddened by this loss.
He was a great man and an even better friend. He will be missed.
With heartfelt sympathy.
Carol Ann McCleary
Sue McCullough
Debbie, Jeff, Brittany and family, I was beyond stunned to learn of Bruce’s most sudden and untimely death. Please accept my most sincere and heartfelt sympathy. I remember the conversations at the gallery when I would pop in doing my “rounds” on Main Street while I was in Lucan. I will doubly cherish the good work he did for some of my pieces of art – making them something more special with the exact frame. My heart breaks for you all. I will keep you in my prayers as you find your way through the coming days. God bless you all.
Rev. Sue McCullough
Lee and Karen Richards
Dear Deb and family. We are so sorry to hear about your loss. Please accept our condolences and may your loving memories of Bruce help heal you at this time.
Lee and Karen
Jack McCague
Dear Debbie,
Rita and I are so sorry to hear of Bruce’s passing. While we had the pleasure of being in Bruce’s company only a few times during his short life, we will always remember Bruce as a kind and caring gentleman. God bless you and your family.
Jack McCague
Joyce Sovereign
To all Bruce’s family ,l send my sincere sympathy to each one of you.He was such a friendly guy,always a hello .Thinking of you all ,Debbie,Jeff and Brittany and families at this very sad time .May God comfort you all.
Terri McRoberts
I’ve known Bruce since I babysat for him some 35 years ago. He was always a jokester and I can see from your collection of photo memories, that he was always smiling. I always enjoyed the jokes Bruce shared over the years, complete with foreign accents! He was a great guy. Hold tight to all the good years and the wonderful memories. He’ll be missed around town for sure.
Rosalind & Phillip Marshall-Horner
Dear Bruce, you will be missed. I hope you knew that you were loved and cherished. We shared some laughs. You were a special man. Deb…. I’m so sorry. You and your family are in our hearts and prayers.
Jeanne McDonnell
I am so sad to hear the passing of Bruce. I worked with Bruce in the Design Division at Fanshawe. Bruce was a treasure to have; he brightened a room, was kind, funny and loved to talk about family, he loved his very much. He truly made the world a better place and will be extremely missed. Thinking of you, Deb & family
Donna Mitchell
I was so shocked and saddened to hear ! Bruce not only made me laugh but also helped me find new owners for some lovely fly rods that were my late husbands ! He really took a load off my shoulders !! Appreciated his help !! My thoughts are with you all !!
Deborah and Richard Hunter
Rich and I were so very sorry to hear of Bruce’s sudden passing. Rich just spoke to him on the phone recently. Bruce told Rich that he was enjoying retirement and spending time with Deb. We very much appreciated Bruce’s help in framing art work that hangs in The King Edward Pub. Bruce’s cheerfulness and smile that lights up the room will be greatly missed. Our heartfelt condolences are with you and your family.
Sharon Dale
I was saddened to learn of Bruce’s passing. He was one of a kind. I worked with Bruce in the co-operative education department at Fanshawe College. I have so many fond memories of stories shared, jokes to tell and that amazing smile. Bruce could always brighten your day. Keep your memories of Bruce close to your heart and he will always be with you. With heartfelt condolences to the Grant family.
Sharon Dale
Debbie Morrow
Sending my condolences for your loss. Bruce was a great cousin, always knew how to make you laugh or smile. Quite a character who was a special part of the Grant family. I have fond memories of Bruce and his special relationship with my parents. Dad loved fishing and was thrilled when you made him the flies and had them framed. It was a great thing you shared. I remember how much you loved your sister Nancy “Pudge” and the memories of good times at your parents and at our Grandparents. Your Mom and Dad wold be so proud of all your accomplishments., your children and grandchildren. Your loss is felt throughout the family. Rest in peace Bruce. (Brucie) to those who grew up with him. It makes me smile remembering you. You made many people happy. And in life that is a true blessing.
Nancy Chilvers
I am very sad to hear of Bruce’s passing. He was a kind and friendly soul and always had time to chat. Bruce was also a dear friend to my late husband, Rob, and hosted a couple of art exhibits for Rob and my daughter Samantha at his gallery in Lucan. On behalf of Samantha and myself I extend deepest sympathy to Bruce’s family.
Don and Mary Ann Grant
We send our sincerest condolences to your family on Bruce’s passing.
Linda Hughson
Debbie and Family: Ross and I were so sorry to hear about Bruce. It will be a very difficult time for you and your family. Our thoughts are with you.
Richard Young
I am sorry to learn of Bruce’s passing. He was first and foremost a true gentleman and his jokes always brought a smile to my face when I visited the gallery.
Michael Blewett
Sincere condolences. Our thoughts and prayers are with your family at this time. Michael and Deb Blewett
Frank Rodgers
Frank and Ruth Rodgers
We are very saddened to hear of Bruce’s passing. Bruce always provided a warm smile, a good story although sometimes a little risque. Certainly made me smile and that would change the course of the day. Those that knew Bruce have lost a good friend and someone with a positive attitude to life. Ruth and I send our condolences to Debbie, Jeff and Brittany.
Cindy White
Deb , Brittany and family,
I am truly saddened and shocked to hear about Bruce’s passing. He was always smiling and always had a story to tell when he came into the pharmacy. I will miss seeing him and hearing new stories. May you find comfort in each other as you remember the happy times you had with him.
Cindy White
Dave Grant
Take care Bruce. I sure wish life hadn’t taken a turn somewhere along the way. I will always wonder why. Deb, Jeff and Brittany and families :my sincerest condolences. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this most difficult time
Ted and Chris Bibby
Deb & Family
We are sorry to read of your loss. We always talked family when I had to visit the dentist office.
Thinking of you and your family at this sad time. Take care.
Shirely Southcott/Harry Plantenga
I am so sorry to hear of this very sad news. My deepest sympathy goes to Deb and his children and grandchildren. I have so many fond memories of Bruce. We shared many enjoyable times at the restaurant up town. We share a few jokes and a lot of laughs. I will cherish the painting he gave us in March for a house warming gift. I will keep Bruce in my thoughts for ever. Our thoughts and prayers are with the family at this time. RIP Bruce.
Mary Lou Stuart Roxborough
I was very saddened to hear of Bruce’s passing. We spent happy years together working in Co-op Education at Fanshawe College. Bruce could always get you laughing with his endless cache of jokes and entertaining antics. We also shared an avid love of fly fishing and I was privileged to be gifted not once but twice with lovely examples of his custom tied salmon flies, little works of art in themselves.
Bruce, you will be sorely missed by all those who knew and loved you.
Tight lines, great food and beautiful gardens buddy…….where ever you are.
Mary Lou (Robertson) Roxborough
Carmen Jones
Words are hard to come by, this man helped frame my finest hopes & dreams—-for real & in abstract conversation. My deepest condolences and also happy congratulations for what can never be, and for all the great things we hold in our memories.
Sheila Hodgins
To Deb and family I am so sorry to hear about Bruce. I used to love chatting with him when he had his gallery or when he came into the Museum. He always had a joke and a smile…he will be missed by many. My memory of Bruce will always be at the Titanic Ball in his kilt…..he looked so handsome in his kilt and was so proud of his heritage. God Bless!
Don and Dorothy Lankin
Debbie & Family
We are so sorry to hear of the passing of Bruce . We will always cherish the framed fishing fly he kindly gave to Don. We are so fortunate to have purchased a family heritage picture from his Grant gallery along with other framing he had done for us. Bruce was very talented with great expertise and ideas. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.
Rod Cameron
Saddened and shocked to hear about Bruce. My sincere condolences to Deb and family. I worked with Bruce at Fanshawe – he would often drop into the office with special flies to share and always left me one of his outstanding creations. I am pleased to have one of his framed sets as well. Bruce was a very talented and knowledgeable fly tier and fisherman. Never a dull moment with Bruce around. He will be missed by all who knew him.
Patty Owens Hewitt
My condolences to the family I remember Bruce well grew up with him as my next door neighbor :(
Alex and Donna Westman
Truly sad news
Bruce was a wonderful friend and neighbour.
Sincere condolences to his lived ones.
Jan Brouwer
DEBBIE & Famely
I am sorry you loss Bruce. It will take time to heal. I always like this good work on Framing my art
I too will miss him very much, many very good memories, he will be with us in spirit.
Jan Brouwer and Donna Czigli
Ray & Sue Heffernan
Deb & Family, So Sorry to hear of Bruce’s passing Our Thoughts and Prayers are with you at this very difficult time
Ken Whiting
So sorry for your loss. He will be missed in Lucan and around town. You are in my prayers.
Joyce Black, Grand Bend.
Deb and family –
Thinking of you and your family in your loss.
I always enjoyed chatting with you when you worked
with Karl and his staff. Take care.
Theresa Vander Hoeven
I am so sorry to hear of this very sad news. My deepest sympathy goes to Deb and his children and grandchildren. I have so many fond memories of Bruce. We shared many enjoyable times at the college…. we shared a birth day….same date same age…..we shared recipes…..we shared many jokes, laughter and deep conversations. I will keep Bruce in my thoughts for ever…..
And always remembered when our shared birth day comes around……my thoughts and prayers are with all of you!
Lisa Loft
Debbie, Jeff and Brittany,
I’m so very sorry for your loss. Bruce was such a friendly person who always seemed to be smiling when I ran into him. I had some art work framed by him and had such a great visit/catch up with him. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
Lisa (Hardy)
Jo Anne Clarke
Deb,Brittany,Jeff and Family
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this sad time.
He always had a joke or something witty to say when he came to our store and was a pleasure to serve. We will miss his smiling face .
Martin & Jo Anne Clarke
Joy Pryce
Sincere condolences to Bruce’s family at this very sad time. I worked with Bruce at Fanshawe College – he was always happy and visited our Marketing Office often. Take care and God bless.
Cathy Westwood
Please accept my sincere condolences. I enjoyed stopping by the gallery. Bruce always had time to chat — about the art displayed and life in general. He was friendly and kind and so interesting to talk to. So sorry for your loss.
Gord & Sharlene Worrall
Sincere sympathies to Bruce’s family. We lived a couple doors from each other on Nicoline Ave for a few years, and Bruce and I worked at Fanshawe for many years. We shared many laughs, and Bruce will be missed.
Kerrie Davis
Brittany & family,
I’m so sorry to hear about Bruce. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Wendy Lycett
Debbie and family,
I am so saddened to hear of your loss. Bruce never failed to make me smile or laugh in the years we worked together at Fanshawe College. May your memories bring comfort when the loss seems unbearable.
Anita Romanoff
I worked with Bruce for many years at Fanshawe College and he ALWAYS seemed to be having a great day! I don’t know how he did that. I am saddened to hear of his passing and my heart goes out to you at this time of sorrow.
Sheila Chick
I am very sorry to hear this sad, sad news. My deepest sympathies to Deb and to their children, grandchildren, and other loved family members and friends. Bruce will be remembered fondly by his colleagues at Fanshawe. May he rest in peace, love, and beauty.
Gary Donaldson
Very sorry to hear about Bruce. He was a lot of fun over the years when we lived across the road from each other. He seem to always get the best of me in our many water fights. He was a great baseball player on our ball team back in the day. At Fanshawe any time I bumped into him he a a joke to tell along with a big smile.
Linda & Dave Smith
Debbie and family
So sad to hear of your loss. My day was always brighter after seeing or talking with Bruce. He was a pleasure to know. Thoughts and prayers are with you and the family. Take care.
Dann and Sally Mills
Brittany, Debbie and family
Sorry to hear of Bruce’s passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at the difficult time.
Tracy VanderKant
I am so sorry to hear of Bruce’s passing. I got to know him while working at the garden centre north of Lucan years ago. Whenever I happened to see him around town he always had a smile & wave, and time for a pleasant chat. He will be a familiar face that is missed. My condolences.
Joan & Bob Finkbeiner
Sorry to hear your loss our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time .Bruce was an man always put a smile on your face
Joan & Bob Finkbeiner
Sorry to hear your loss our thoughts and or prayers are with you at this time Bruce was an man always put a smile on your face
Fred and Brenda smith
To the family sorry to hear of your loss he was very special man always glad to see him come in the store tell a little joke or just have a chat hugs Deb,Jeff,Brittany
Joanne Walzack
His smiling and friendly face will be greatly missed around town. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Mallory Dow
Brittany and Jeff
I am so sorry to hear of the sudden loss of your dad. May you find strength and comfort in each other.
My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Nancy Morrison (Watson)
Debbie and family:
I am so sorry to hear of Bruce’s passing. He was such a nice man and always spoke to me with a smile on his face and a hat on his head.