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WILLIAM (BILL) BRUCE MCKENZIE

Date of Passing: Dec 21, 2012

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WILLIAM (BILL) BRUCE MCKENZIE February 14, 1936 December 21, 2012 After a long struggle, Bill set off on his final journey. Left to remember him always is his loving wife Heather; daughter Ceayon and grandson Dylan of BC; son Darren and granddaughters Erin (Logan Hartwick) and Sara (Brett Scrivens); sisters Merle Hygaard, Lou Rosser (Ted) and Maureen McKenzie; brothers Dick, Randy (Cheryl), Gregg (Linda) and Peter, all of Selkirk; loving friends Walter and Mary Scott, as well as many nieces, nephews and friends. Bill was predeceased by his parents Burr and Mary McKenzie; Heather's parents Emil and Eilian Larsen; brother Doug of Minnesota; sisters-in-law Cheryl Voth, Ellen and Margaret McKenzie; brothers-in-law Gerald Hygaard, Emrys Larsen and Len Burke. Archdeacon Godfrey Mawejje will conduct a Memorial Service on Saturday, December 29, at 2:00 p.m. in the Good Shepherd Lutheran Church, 6088 PTH 9A (South of Selkirk). Donations in Bill's memory made to CancerCare Manitoba would be appreciated; non-monetary, donate a pint of blood save a life. See you later Bumpa! Happy to Meet Sorry to Part Happy to Meet Again. Gilbart Funeral Home, Selkirk in care of arrangements. www.gilbartfuneralhome.com
Publish Date: Dec 26, 2012

WILLIAM (BILL) BRUCE MCKENZIE On Friday, December 21, 2012 at the Selkirk General Hospital, Bill McKenzie, aged 76 years of Selkirk, MB, beloved husband of Heather passed away. A Memorial Service is pending for Saturday, December 29 at 2:00 p.m. in the Good Shepherd Church, Selkirk. Full obituary to follow. Gilbart Funeral Home, Selkirk in care of arrangements.
Publish Date: Dec 22, 2012

As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Dec 26, 2012

Condolences & Memories (14 entries)

  • Thanks for the smiles and laughs Bill. Did you happen to see my pen around? - Posted by: Baldur and Joyce Nelson (Friends) on: Dec 28, 2012

  • Dear Ceayon, I know exactly what you are feeling as I lost my father 10 years ago. Losing my father was one of the most difficult things I’ve had to deal with. I felt that I lost a mentor and part of my life. I wish I could do whatever you need to do to get you through. You have to be strong as Dylan needs you. Take care yourself. - Posted by: Lisa Pan (Co-Worker & Friend) on: Dec 28, 2012

  • Heather, We are so sad for everyone. We are sending you lots of hugs. - Posted by: Robert and Teri McKenzie (Nephew/Neice) on: Dec 27, 2012

  • My condolences to the McKenzie family & friends. In thoughts & prayers <3 - Posted by: Nancy F. (Friend of Randy & Cheryl ) on: Dec 27, 2012

  • We will miss very much uncle Bill. Thanks for the good time. - Posted by: Trish & Abel Gutierrez (Niece & Nephew) on: Dec 27, 2012

  • Dear Ceayon: Please accept my heartfelt condolences on the passing of your beloved father. From the stories you have shared, I know that this is a huge loss for you and for Dylan. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. - Posted by: Marcia Edgar (Co-Worker & Friend of Ceayon) on: Dec 27, 2012

  • Ceayon and Dylan, my heart goes out to you. I know how much you loved your dad and all the wonderful times you and especially Dylan had with him when he came to Vancouver. Thinking of you...Sylvia - Posted by: Sylvia Mechler (Co-Worker & Friend) on: Dec 27, 2012

  • We are thinking of you and Dylan; you have our deepest sympathy and heartfelt understanding. - Posted by: Marguerite McGregor (Friend of Ceayon) on: Dec 27, 2012

  • rest in peace uncle!! take care of grandma larsen!! until we meet again!! thinking of u always - Posted by: kaila larsen (niece) on: Dec 27, 2012

  • I will miss you very much, i will miss your wonderful smile, your amazing laugh. I will never forget when you held vaughn for the first time. I will remember you always and love you for ever. I hope my grandpa met you at the gates with his semi. Hugs and love to you and all up there. - Posted by: tabitha zenuik (niece) on: Dec 27, 2012

  • Dear uncle, Thanks for the good times! Noel and I will miss ya at the family events. - Posted by: Colleen Mckenzie-Bruce (niece) on: Dec 26, 2012

  • Iris will rember Billy as a kind gentle man and remembers the camping outings fishing with Len, it has been an honor and pleasure to have known you Billy & Uncle Billy luv u till the end until we meet in Paradise.. - Posted by: Iris Burke Billy sister in law & Jodie niece (Sister to Heather (Iris Larsen Burke)) on: Dec 26, 2012

  • A very sad day for all Uncle... loved and missed - Posted by: Kim Rudolph Larsen (niece) on: Dec 26, 2012

  • We will miss you very much. You were a big part of our lives with fishing and horse racing and you sure liked my cooking say hi to my dad for me bye - Posted by: mel and shelley mcintyre (uncle) on: Dec 23, 2012

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