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ROBERT ANDREW BRYDGES
Born: Sep 03, 1928
Date of Passing: Apr 06, 2016
Send Flowers to the Family Offer Condolences or MemoryROBERT ANDREW BRYDGES September 3, 1928 April 6, 2016 Retired City of Winnipeg Fire Department Chief With deepest sorrow the Brydges family announces the passing of Robert (Bob) on April 6, 2016. Dad was born in Winnipeg to Mary and Herb Brydges and lived in East Kildonan until he met Jean, his beloved wife of 67 years. Dad joined the Winnipeg Fire Department in 1952 and was very proud of his 35 years of service. Dad was an avid sports minded man who loved to watch his sporting games on TV. He also curled for many years with the Fire Department and was President of the former Civic Caledonian Curling Club. He also enjoyed his bowling and pals in the senior league at St. Vital and Dakota Lanes and later his wii-bowling at Dakota House. Bob was father to Dave (Helen), Debbie (Ray), Laurie (Dave), Rick (Del), Cheryl (Gord) and Jamie (Cathy). He was grandfather to 12 grandchildren and to 12 great-grandchildren. He was brother to Muriel (Doug) and brother-in-law to Roy (Bev) and Bill. He was predeceased by his grandson Cody. Many thanks to all at Dakota House for their support and kindness. A memorial for family and friends in Bob's memory will be held at Dakota House, 1145 Dakota Street at 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. on Tuesday, April 12, 2016. Rest in peace Dad, we will all miss you. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to The Firefighters Burn Fund 303-83 Garry Street, Winnipeg, Manitoba, R3C 4J9. Family and friends may sign a Book of Condolence at www.glenlawn.ca Glen Lawn Funeral Home 204-982-7550
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Apr 09, 2016
Condolences & Memories (3 entries)
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Bob was my first roommate in the firehall, old #1 at 110 Albert St. He was a great mentor, always stern and strict, and always fair.Bob was the operator of the Center Engine.I was the hydrant man,and along with Bob Henley and Dick Hogg and Captain Tiny Lucid We were a great team.I curled with Bob for awhile om the FD. He was a good player and always gave 100%.He will be remembered! Take Care to Jean and the family - Posted by: Peter Humble (Friend and fellow firefighter) on: Apr 16, 2016
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A confident man with one of Winnipeg's greatest hearts. Thank you Grandpa for being such a strong ray of light in my life and I know not just myself, but all of the Brydges' clan take comfort in knowing your light is with us for life. You will be missed, your grandson jim - Posted by: Jim Barr (Grandson) on: Apr 09, 2016
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Our sincerest condolences to Mrs. Bridges and all the family, our thoughts are with you all at this difficult time. I fondly remember, Mr Brydges, in his backyard gardens, always busy doing something! Marilyn and Marinus - Posted by: Marinus and Marilyn Gerritsen () on: Apr 09, 2016
