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BRIAN BRUCE LECKIE
Born: Aug 29, 1932
Date of Passing: Jul 22, 2024
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BRIAN BRUCE LECKIE
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Brian "Bruce" Leckie on July 22, 2024 in his 92 year.
Bruce was born on August 29, 1932 in Lucky Lake, Saskatchewan. He was the middle son of Dr. George and Edith Leckie. Bruce loved his brothers (Barrie and Newton) and was very proud of their accomplishments. He was very proud of his Saskatchewan roots but also enjoyed time in Manitoba, spending many summers as a youth around Minnedosa.
Bruce graduated high school in Saskatoon and received his Business degree at the University of Manitoba. A job with PetroFina took him to Toronto, where he met the love of his life Joy. He somehow convinced Joy to move to Deloraine, MB where he managed a Robinson Little store. Hard work and dedication resulted in a promotion that moved him to Winnipeg where he became Vice-president. A career change saw Bruce become Executive Assistant to two Ministers in the Manitoba Legislature.
Bruce was a believer in community and an active volunteer at Kirkfield Westwood C.C. He was an avid curler, winning many club championships throughout his life and an active member of the Assiniboine Memorial Curling Club for over 50 years until the age of 90. He loved hockey, his Roughriders and all sports.
Bruce leaves behind his loving wife of 64 years Joy, daughter Lynne (Brent), sons Ross (Audrey) and Scott (Tracy), nine grandchildren (Megan, Janna, Reid, Ryan, Adam, Allison, Kara, Myles, Shaelyn) and great-granddaughter (Layne). He also leaves behind his ever supportive sister-in-law Donalda, and several nieces and nephews. He was very proud of his family and loved them foremost. Bruce always had a sparkle in his eye and was known for his great story telling. His most treasured place was Clear Lake, at the family cottage where he and Joy had many great friends.
There will be a small private service to celebrate Bruce's life.
The family requests those who wish to express sympathy consider making a Donation to CancerCare Manitoba or consider donating blood at Canadian Blood services.
Publish Date: Aug 10, 2024
BRIAN BRUCE LECKIE
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Brian Bruce Leckie on July 22, 2024, in his 92nd year.
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Publish Date: Jul 27, 2024 Make a donation to
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Jul 27, 2024, Jul 27, 2024, Aug 10, 2024
Condolences & Memories (12 entries)
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Joy, Lynne, Ross, Scott and families. I am deeply saddened to hear of Bruce’s passing. I have many fond memories from Clear Lake with your family. Thinking of you all at this time. - Posted by: Chris Whyte (Cousin ) on: Aug 24, 2024
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We express our condolences to Joy, Lynne, Ross, Scott and families. There are many happy memories knowing Bruce and Joy over the years, especially fun times at Clear lake. Bruce kept us all entertained with his endless, amusing stories. Our thoughts are with the family. - Posted by: Al and Sharon Mack (Friends) on: Aug 17, 2024
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My condolences to Joy and family. It was a pleasure a know and work with Bruce at the Legislature. - Posted by: Carol Cowles (Friend and Colleague) on: Aug 14, 2024
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Our condolences to Joy and family on the recent passing of Bruce. Bruce was an absolute workhorse who resolved issues with skill and aplomb. Continuous good humour and great people skills made Bruce a valued member of our legislative staff. No job was too big or too small to warrant his detailed approach and successful resolution. Bruce made our office work better and my life easier. Donald and Janie Orchard - Posted by: Donald Orchard (Minister and friend) on: Aug 12, 2024
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I just wanted to offer my sympathy in the loss of your husband, father, grandfather and great grandfather. I was one of the Robinson Little kids and got to spend time with Lynne, Ross and Scott at the Company events Christmas parties summer picnic, golf tournaments. I even have a memory of being a dinner guest where Mr Leckie would have such an engaging conversation about current events and what happened in everyone's day. As a kid it was evident that you shared such a bond with each other. I will always remember your kindness to my mom when she lost our dad. I am very sorry we lost touch. But I hope you know how much of an impact you both had on this Ribinson Little kid. Please take care. - Posted by: Melanie Schade (née Brownscombe) (Daughter of a coworker) on: Aug 10, 2024
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On behalf of the Assiniboine Memorial Curling Club Past Presidents I wish to extend sincere condolences to the entire Leckie family on the passing of Bruce. A loyal member of our Club for some 50 years Bruce not only accomplished much on the pebbled surface he also supported the operation as an active volunteer. His story telling ability, sense of humour and easy going personality will he missed. May he rest in peace. Regards Paul Batchelor President 2013-2015 - Posted by: Paul Batchelor (Acquaintance) on: Aug 10, 2024
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Joy and Family So sorry to hear of Bruce's passing, we will all miss him. We will think of all the get together in the city whether it was for coffee or lunch. However most if all we will remember all the good times we had at the lake for the many years we were friends. Rest in piece our good friend. Bill and Gayle. - Posted by: Bill and Gayle Humble (Friends) on: Aug 10, 2024
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Our Condolences go out to Joy & family. We have many good memories of our socializing (and having fun) during & after senior slow pitch games in summer & senior curling in winter (in the Westwood community). - Posted by: Mardee & John EPP (Westwood freinds) on: Aug 10, 2024
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I’m so grateful for Bruce. When I first got involved in politics in Kirkfield Park he was my mentor. He guided me, gave me advice and took me for coffee at least once a week to talk. He was always smiling, loved to laugh and he left a place in my heart forever. He was a good man and I know that he will be greatly missed by many. The world is always a better place when there are people like Bruce in it. - Posted by: Stacey Meek (Friend ) on: Aug 10, 2024
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We were so sorry to hear of Bruce’s passing. We were always so grateful to Bruce and Joy for their friendship with our Dad after Mom’s passing. We’ll miss our visits at the lake and our Annual breakfast at the Whitehouse. Our thoughts are with you Joy. Frank and Donna. - Posted by: Frank and Donna Nowicki (Friends from the lake) on: Aug 03, 2024
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Met Bruce and Joy approx.14 years ago when we moved into the same Condo and a nicer couple you will not find, as no matter where you met them they always had time to stop, talk and listen and to see them together they were like newly weds, We will miss him dearly so rest in peace my friend as you deserved it and say hi to your old Curling buddy Dennis ! - Posted by: Brian&Doreen Graham (Neighbours ) on: Jul 29, 2024
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I’m so sorry to hear about Bruce’s passing. I spent time with him and Joy as part of the Tim Hortons morning coffee group. Our sincere condolences to the family.💔 Brenda Beck, Hazel Olson - Posted by: Brenda Beck (Friend ) on: Jul 29, 2024