Peacefully surrounded by his family on Tuesday, July 4, 2017 in his 66th year. Loving husband and best friend to Donna Parnall (nee Blane). Cherished father to Kelly Parnall and Marsha and Wes Goldie. Devoted Poppy to Madison, Mason, Makinnon and Avery. Special Grandpoppy to his favourite Scottie dogs, Mac and Alyeska. Beloved son of the late Leslie (2009) and Maxine Parnall. Dear brother to Brenda and John Montpetit, and Barb and Bob Wonnacott. Loving brother-in-law to the Blane family; Bill and Winnie, Earl and Diane, David and Diane, Gordon and Sharon, Ron and Jennifer, Roger and Shelley and Verna and John. Predeceased by Allan (2013) and Hazel (1997) Blane. Bruce will be missed by several nieces and nephews. Cremation has taken place.
Friends may call at the Haskett Funeral Home, 223 Main Street, Lucan on Sunday from 2-4 and 7-9 PM, where the funeral service will be held on Monday, July 10th at 11 AM. Private family interment St. James Cemetery, Clandeboye. Following the funeral service on Monday, everyone is invited to the Lucan Community Memorial Centre from 1-4 PM, for a celebration of Bruce’s life. At Bruce’s request, please dress in your casual attire.
In memory of Bruce, donations may be made to The Kidney Foundation orthe Heart and Stroke Foundation.
We are always willing to go where called upon but this image shows a visual of the communities that our included in our initial transportation fee. We offer a 40km radius from any of our 5 locations (Arva (London), Exeter, Lucan, Seaforth, and Zurich). Any mileage beyond the included 40km will be charged a rate of $2.50/km (one way travel only).
Tim Roberts
Donna and family i am so sorry to hear about Bruce (Poppy). I was his apprentice at Millcreek Plumbing, played hockey with him, golfed. He was a great mentor i will never forget the great times we had together. He could make any bad day turn into a great day just with his jokes. My deepest sympathy to you and your family. He will be missed but never forgotten . Tim Roberts from St. Thomas
Rebecca McNaughton
Donna, Kelly and Marsha,
I was so sorry to hear of Bruce’s passing and please accept my deepest sympathy. I will remember him as such a nice man whom was fun to be around. He was also a great baseball coach to both Mom and I! Keep your happy memories close at heart to help you through this difficult time.
Rebecca and family
Tracy Hayter and Cora Hayter
Barb Bob and Families
We are sorry for your loss. Our thoughts are with you at this most difficult time.
Anna Dalton and family
Marsha, Madison, Mason, Mackinnon, Wes, Marsha’s Mom and family…
we are so sorry for your loss. We are thinking of you and all your family through this difficult time.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you through this deepest sorrow.
Anna Dalton, Kelly and boys
Jenn Perry
Marsha and Family,
So sorry for your loss. I’m thankful that Bruce has such a big loving family that were able to spend so much time with him during these last few weeks. I’ll be thinking about you during this difficult time.
Robert Milner
Dear Donna, Kelly and Marsha. I am so sad to hear about Bruce. The pictures bring back so many memories of those years when you welcomed me into your family. Memories of wrapping Christmas presents and putting the wrong names on them and great times spent together. You’re in my thoughts and prayers, remembering you all with love, Robert.
Clarke & Grace Rollings
Maxine. Barb, Brenda and Families:
We were sorry to read where you had lost Bruce. Our memories go back to when we were neighbors in Bryanston.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this sad time.
Clarke & Grace Rollings
jim ramsay
Donna and family and Maxine and family. sorry for your loss. Bruce was a good friend and neighbour from Bryanston.Lots of good times at school and home .never forget that smile. rest in peace good friend. Connie Ramsay(Trudgeon)
Sheila Butchart
Donna, Girls and extended families.
So sorry for your loss. Bruce is in my memories with his smile, his generous greeting of warmth and the way he enjoyed life.
Baseball diamond, Alice Street Marauders brought lots of good times and friends.
In my thoughts and prayers
Sheila Butchart
Harvey and Linda Pierce
Donna and Family. Harvey and I are so sorry for your loss
Patricia McKay
Donna – I am so sorry about you loss – my thoughts and warmest wishes are with you and your family.
Pat
Sandra (McLellan) Hern
Dear Donna, Maxine and family
I was shocked to read about the loss of Bruce. He was a childhood Prince Andrew school friend and our paths crossed in later years up at Nine Mile Lake. Please accept my sympathy, and may your many happy memories eventually replace the sadness in your hearts today.
Beth Brooks
Donna and family, we are so sad to hear of Bruce’s passing but will always remember the good times we had together. The pictures you have shared with all of us show what a family man he was and how much he was loved.
Know that we are thinking of you at this difficult time.
Love Beth & Gord
Fred and Brenda Smith
Donna and Family sorry to hear of your loss he was a great guy love to have a talk with him anytime I would see him always keep the good times close to your heart hugs
Jacques Roy
It is with sadness that Michelle and I learned the passing of my good friend, plumbing teacher, ex-employee and golf buddy for so many years. He was such a great person to all of us. I will certainly will remember and treasure all of my good times and laughs that we had together. May god bless him and his family in this difficult time. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Linda and Dave Smith
Donna & family
So sad to hear of Bruce’s passing. He was always a fun guy to be around. I’m sure I learned a few things from him during the baseball and hockey years. He will be missed by many. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Lori Armstrong
Donna and family,
We are so sorry to hear about Bruce. I will always remember his laughter and smile. I can picture his grin as he told a story, shared an idea or just chatted (way back in the Alice Street Marauders camping days). Hoping your memories bring you comfort.
Lori Armstrong (Riley) & Tristan Hill
Karen leitch
Had a lot of moments with Bruce improving my pitching skills for Lucan leprechauns when he was our coach!! Had lots of laughs!! Heartfelt for family!
Tom Hearn
I’m so sorry to hear this sad news. Your pictures show a lot of great memories.
Sandra Rob Brintnell
So sorry for your loss. I remember Bruce he hung around my brothers. Thinking of you at this difficult time.
Rob and Sandi
Patti Horwath
Donna & family, our deepest sympathy in the loss of your loved one. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Patti & Les Horwath
Charlotte Cockburn
My thoughts and prayers are with you all during this difficult time.
Pat Holland
Donna and family, I am so sadden by your loss,
I will always cherish the fond memories when we played ball as team mates, and some of the antics we as a team enjoyed.
Bruce was a great man and he always made you feel welcome when around him.
My thoughts are with you and your family during this difficult time.
Lucas bardawill
Great man happy to have learned from
LauraLee Lightfoot
Wishing you all, peace to bring comfort, courage to face the days ahead and loving memories to
forever hold in your heart! Hugs and Love to you all!!
LauraLee, Randy and family
Peggy
Dear Donna and family we are so sorry for your loss Bruce was a wonderfull man and will be remembered and missed by all who knew him Peggy and Andre (Jap) Ducharme
John and Pat Ward
Donna and family, we are so very sorry and shocked to hear this about Bruce. We shared many good times as neighbours and at ball and hockey tournaments. Cherish all your memories as Bruce was one of a kind and will always be in our hearts. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this difficult time.
Ash and Norm
Kelly, Avery and family. We are saddened by your loss of such an amazing, strong and loveable man.
Please know we love you and know your dad is always with you and forever in your hearts.
Norman, Ashley, Desmond, Cole and Myha
Sue Bartlett
Kelly, my heart goes out to you, Avery, Marsha and family and your mom. You’re in my thoughts and prayers.
mary cadman
sorry for your loss Donna,Marsha,,Kelly Maxine..Brenda ,,Barb AND Family he will be missed
Norm Kenny
We are very sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with your entire family at this very sad time in your lives. I remember Bruce as always being in great humour with a smile on his face. We didn’t get to see him near enough but I consider him one of my favorite cousins. He will be missed by all
Cathy Kemmerlin
Marsha, Kelly, and family, my heart breaks for all of you. Poppy was a good man that will be missed by all that knew him. Hold your memories close in your heart and he will always be with you. Love you all.
Diane Ellyatt
Donna and family so sorry to hear about Bruce, he was a big part of my earlier life, lots of memories, I will always remember him with a smile, I am thinking of yous and big hugs love Diane
Nicole St. Denis
Marsha & Family, so very sorry for you loss. Your Dad was one of a kind. We will always remember the laughs shared at the boys hockey games! We will keep you in our thoughts during this time of sorrow. Love, St. Denis Family xo