Deepest sympathy to the entire Rathwell family

He sure was a good guy , glad to say that . He will be missed by many families and friends

Sorry to hear of Bruce’s passing. May he rest in peace 💕

Much love to you all during such a difficult time. I have many very fond memories of Bruce and his great smile and bigger than life personality.

Dear, Kim, Kent and Kelli, your spouses, children and the extended Rathwell family.
Please accept our sincere condolences in the recent passing of your Dad. He was an icon, a legend in his time, a man who had a great positive influence on all whose lives he touched, including mine. May happy memories and your faith that he is now reunited with your Mom bring you peace at this time of sorrow. Much love, Pete and Wendy

Our sympathy to the entire Rathwell family on your loss. We had a short but fun visit with him and Gerald a couple of months ago. He and Dawn created a beautiful oasis north of Brucefield and were very welcoming when our daughter and wedding party had their pictures taken on their property. Rest in peace Bruce

So sorry for your loss, thinking of you and your families during this difficult time❤️

Kelli, Brian, Kim, Bill, Kent and Joni,
Very sad news hearing about Bruce passing. He had a heart of gold and a personality to match. Cherish all the great memories and I hope they help you through this difficult time. He will surely be missed.
Jason and Collette Van Haarlem.

My deepest condolences to the Rathwell family on the passing of Bruce. May your many memories and the care of those around you bring your comfort in the days ahead. Rest in peace Bruce.

To The Rathwell Family, We are so sorry to hear about the passing of your dad …..our heartfelt sympathy to all of you, as you go through this difficult time…….Love and Prayers,

Our deepest sympathy to Kim, Kellie and Kent and their families in the loss of a proud father and grandfather. Bruce loved life and lived it to fullest. Cherish the memories you have made together.

My sincere condolences to all of the Rathwell families my thoughts and prayers are with all of you.

Thank you Bruce for everything you’ve done for me.
I will forever remember you as a great Man, friend and life mentor.
Living with you was powerful in so many ways!
Being positive, bright, ambitious, kind hearted, strong, and hard working was your second nature.
That you left us, is a big loss for everyone who’s life you’ve touched.
But I know that if you’d see me with tears in my eyes, you’d say:
“I’m still here watching over you and the last thing I want to see is you crying”, so get out there and make me proud of you!

Safe travels and see you on the other side.

My deepest condolences to Kim, Kent, Kelly and the kids.

Yannick Burdan

Kelli and Brian. Sincere condolences on the passing of your father.
Steve Gould

Sorry to hear about BRUCE he always spoke and had great conversations before went to BLUE WATER HOME. My thoughts and prayers are with the RATHWELL family and KIM KENT AND KELLI. Rest in peace Bruce.

Sending our heartfelt condolences to Kim, Kent, Kelli & families, & to all Bruce’s loved ones in his passing. He will always be part of the fabric of Huron Co & beyond!
In sympathy,
Brad & Anne Mousseau

Kim, Kent, Kelli & families & Rathwell cousins,
Very sorry to hear of Bruce’s passing. Cherish all your memories.
Sincere condolences.
Mary Ann Bowles (Warner)

Deepest sympathy to the entire Rathwell Family. We had a lovely visit with Bruce a few months ago at Kim and Bill’s. It was lovely to see him and chat. Much love to you all.

Peter & Anne Knittle

To Bruce’s family
Sincere sympathy in your great loss. May the good memories help bring peace, strength and comfort.

Our condolences to the Rathwell family

Cherishing your memories of a “one of a kind guy” will keep Bruce in hearts forever. Sending heart felt sympathies

To the Rathwell family
Our sincere condolences for the passing of Bruce. We often reminisce about the White Carnation, and the many Saturday nights spent there dancing. He left memories for his family, but for many others as well.
Hugs, Ken and Shirley Boyce

Bruce touched the lives of so many people in a positive way. His joy and enthusiasm were remarkable. This quote seems appropriate – “When someone you love becomes a memory, the memory becomes a treasure. ” Bruce was a real treasure.

Our heartfelt condolences to all of the Rathwell families.
Heaven has just gained another Angel RIP Bruce 🕊️🤍

So sorry to hear of Bruce’s passing. Our heartfelt sympathy, condolences to all the family at this difficult time.

Kim, Kent, Kelli and families
So sorry to hear about your Dad’s passing. Bruce and I go back a long way. It was a pleasure to be in business with Bruce and Dawn at The White Carnation. Cherish all the good memories and hold them close. RIP Bruce
Theresa and Bob Norman

Rathwell Family
Our sincere sympathy on the passing of Bruce. May he rest in peace.

I met Bruce at the BWRH and he always had a smile on his face..He was such a kind and generous man. Cherish the memories of this wonderful man.

To Rathwell Family
I was very saddened to hear the news of Bruce’s passing.
My deepest condolences on your loss of someone so special.

To all the Rathwell Families we extend our condolences on the passing of Bruce. He was a great hockey player for the Rockets. Rest in peace, Bruce. Lia and Bill Hoggarth.

Kim, Bill and family. So sorry for your loss. May your memories help you heal at this difficult time.

Sending our sincere condolences.
Linda and Dan Crerar

To Kim and Bill and your entire family, I’m so sorry to hear you lost your Dad ❤️

Dear Rathwell Families: We were so saddened to hear of Bruce’s passing and extend our deepest condolences to his children, brothers and sisters. Bruce was always so friendly with all the Talbot families and have considered the Rathwell family as part of ours . We have shared with many others wonderful memories of times at the White Carnation when Bruce would be there and he was always such a gregarious person! Cherish your memories as they will always keep him close to your heart. Please know that we will be keeping the Rathwell families in our thoughts and prayers as you mourn his loss.
With heartfelt sympathy,
Mark & Brenda (Talbot) McLean on behalf of the Ruth Talbot families

Sincere sympathy to your family. Lots of good memories.
Don Brodie & family

Our condolences to all of Bruce’s family. Always had a friendly wave and cheery hello.
Keith and Marg Lyddiatt

To the Rathwell family. Thinking of you at this sad time . Bruce was a great man & will be missed by many . Many good memories were shared at the White Carnation. It was always an honor for the Star-Trex band to play there at the dances. Bruce shared many jokes & laughs with us. The pie eating contests at the end of the night were always memorable.
Sincerest Condolences,
Rex & Mary Ann Johnston

To Bruce’s family,

What a pleasure it has been to get to know Bruce since joining WHCC/BWRH. He was full of charm, wit, good conversation and a mischievous smile!

He made good use of his time at the home by tending to the gardens, making flower arrangements, socializing, and was a great welcoming committee. He always loved to help us out together and ride our floats die the Zurich Fair and Christmas parade, which my husband and daughter always looked forward to, as they helped to prep/assemble and drive the floats. He always told me how great of a cook I was because I made the best eggs at men’s breakfast…one of his favourite programs!

He was so proud of his family and had such love for each of you.

Thinking of you and hoping your years of wonderful memories carry you through the coming days and weeks.

Sincerely,
Chelsey, Jon and Taylor Passmore

Our sincere condolences to the entire Rathwell family
He was one of a kind greater than life man with a big heart
Thinking of you all and sending hugs as you treasure Bruce’s memories close to your hearts
Sincerely – The Beyerlein Family

Bruce and Dawn were great friends of our family…many occasions of laughter and good times. Bruce’s enduring smile will be missed by all who had the pleasure of knowing him and his family. Memories live forever and so we will cherish them until we meet again. Deepest sympathies to Kim, Kent, Kelli and family.

Dear Kim, Kelli, Kent and families.
I am so sorry for your loss. I know how much your dad meant to you, and I hope you find comfort in the memories you shared. I have many fond memories of Bruce. He was always so kind and helpful to us when we were growing up. Always a fun time at the Rathwell house.
Please accept my sincere condolences.

Bruce’s wife was the sister of my secretary at The Garlic Box, Bonnie Lawrence, and so I heard many loving stories from her about Bruce.
When our mother, Jennie Rowe was a resident at Bluewater, we got to know Bruce, in person. He was a kind-hearted, all in, “get’r done” guy that never complained but saw the sunny side of every situation. Bruce would come out and help us garden in the public courtyard, pulling weeds, and keeping up with all of us. He and Jennie were friends sharing in many conversations during their time at Bluewater. I wished we have known him better but was grateful for the time we did enjoy in his company. Bruce will certainly be a man missed by his family. Our deepest condolences to the family.

Our sympathies to the entire Rathwell family.
Without Bruce, we would not be in Canada. For all beginning in a new country you need open hearts, open minds to guide you… he was at the right place at the right moment… watching from the distance… our needs, our struggles, to always offer his help and advice. We were greatful for his presence, his supportive and positive attitude. He was a cheerleader like no other.
May he rest in peace and rejoice in his new home beside Dawn…

Our heartfelt condolences to the Rathwell family. May your many memories bring you comfort and peace.
John and MaryLou Driscoll

To Kim, Bill and family
Our heartfelt condolences to your family. Keeping you in our thoughts and prayers
Pete and Tammy Martene

Kim, Kent, Kelli and the Entire Rathwell families,

Bruce was a smooth talker and a smooth dancer. He definitely had the gift to gab and was a natural born salesman. We were so fortunate to have him be dad’s side kick when they were at BWRH. I would see him in the hallways and he always seemed to be the social convenor and always had a group tagging along with him. He would always tell me it was “Bruce and his Angels”….. Well Bruce you gained your wings and I am pretty sure an angel met you up there to have a dance.

Thinking of you all,

Mary Ellen, Mark, Jack and Sam

Deepest Sympathy to the entire Rathwell Family

Sorry to hear of your loss. Not long ago I ran into him at the dentist office and chatted briefly about the old neighborhood. A couple of laughs was had.
My sincere condolences.
Marilyn Govier(Dalrymple)

Deepest sympathy Kim, Bill and families .
He was an amazing man, always looking out to help and always smiling.
Your beautiful memories will keep him forever with you.

Nancy Denys

To Bruce’s Family, deepest condolences to you all. My Dad’s room at Bluewater was next door to Bruce. He was the first to come and introduce himself and welcome us when dad moved in. We always enjoyed chatting with him and will miss him in the hallway. Matt Keelan and Lu.

Kim, Kent, Kelli and our Rathwell cousins and families.
So sorry to hear of the passing of Bruce. May your memories of him help you in the days ahead. You are all in our thoughts and prayers.
Steve and Robena

Heartfelt condolences Kelli and Brian, Kim and Bill, Kent and Joni, and families.
I have many wonderful memories growing up with the Rathwell family – so much fun and laughter – love in abundance.
Bruce will be missed 🩷 Rest in peace.

In nice memories of a time long ago and with sympathy,
Irmtraut Niebuhr
and family

Sorry to hear the passing of Bruce , My sympathy to all of the family.

Don and Deb
Sorry to hear of the loss of a brother, condolences to the Rathwell Families.

Sending condolences on behalf of the Residents, Staff and Board at Blue Water Rest Home. You are in our thoughts during this difficult time.

We send our sincere sympathy to all of Bruce’s family.

Jack & Elaine Chipchase

Dear Kim and Bill, Kent and Joni, Kelli and Brian and Families and extended Rathwell Family,

My sincere condolences to you in the passing of your Dad, Grandpa, and Brother, Bruce. Memories will be a comfort, always.

Lois Johnson

My deepest condolences to all the Family on Bruce’s passing. My thoughts are with you.

Sorry to hear of Bruce’s passing. Our thoughts are with the family.
In high school I (Bonnie) had some fun times with friends which included cousin Bruce. He always was a fun guy.
Bonnie & Jim Hancock

Kim, Kent & Kelli and families…please know that you are all in my thoughts, prayers and my heart. Sooo many wonderful memories of your dad. Hugs and much love to you all.

Kim, Kent & Kelli and families…please know that you are all in my thoughts, prayers and my heart. Sooo many wonderful memories of your dad. Hugs and much love to you all.

To The Rathwell Family
We are so sorry to hear about the passing of your Father, Brother, Grandpa …..our heartfelt sympathy to all of you,
💙

Deepest sympathy to the Rathwell family with the passing of Bruce.
May cherished memories bring you peace in the days to follow.

Our condolences to the entire Rathwell family on the news Bruce has passed away. Sorry for your loss.
Ron & June

Deepest condolences to the Rathwell family. Bruce shall be missed.

Our condolences to the Rathwell family. Bill and Sibyl Henderson

Bruce was one of the Good guys from my childhood. I am glad I got to know him in those days, he was always nice to me, and never made me feel less than any of the other kids around. My sincere condolences to Kim, Kelli, and Kent; and to all those whomever Bruce loved. I’m sure he’ll.miss you all as much as you him 💞

Kim, Kent, Kelli and Families and Rathwell Family, sorry for your loss of Bruce. His ever ready smile and wit will always be remembered.
Fred and Kathy Lobb.

To all the Rathwell Family
It is always hard to say goodbye to someone you love,
May you find comfort in your loving memories!

Tony & Judy Hutchings

Sincere Condolences on hearing of Bruce’s passing he will be greatly missed. Thinking of all the family at this most difficult time.

Kim, Kent, Kelli and families:
We were so saddened to hear of Bruce’s passing. As you know, we had a long history of friendship (59 years) and good times with your Father and Mother. We will treasure our last visit with Bruce.
Holding you close to our hearts at this difficult time. Love to all,
Hugh and Kathy

Our deepest sympathies to the Rathwell family. Bruce will be deeply missed.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.
Mar & Sandra Consitt

So very sorry for your family’s loss.
I remember Bruce as a larger than life, smooth talking gentleman.
Always a major presence wherever he was.
My deepest condolences to the entire Rathwell family.

Sending deepest sympathy to the Rathwell family, we got to know Bruce when my Mom, Joy, moved into the room next to Bruce at BWRH. He welcomed us all and she so enjoyed watching the birds and squirrels visit his feeders out the window, she even turned her recliner to get a better view !! Bruce didn’t miss a chance to high five, fist bump and greet everyone he saw when they entered the Home. He will be missed !

My condolences to all of Bruce’s family. Lots of good memories. May he rest in peace.

So sorry to hear of Bruce’s passing. He was a neighbour of ours when we first moved to Bruce Field and he was always a very kind person. We send our condolences to Kim, Kelli and Kent and all your family members.
Sincerely, bonnie or

Sad to hear about Bruce’s passing, sending love and strength in these difficult days

So very sorry for your loss. Every time we met up with Bruce at different events, he had a great story to tell us and made us laugh together with him. Please cherish the memories and know that he is now with the love of his life.
Shelley and Dan Merner

Sincere Sympathy to the entire Rathwell family…our thoughts are with you at this difficult time.
May all the great memories of your Dad, brother, grandpa , uncle and friend remain close to you in your hearts.
Sent on behalf of the Willert family in Alberta.

We were deeply saddened to hear about your Dad’s passing. He will truly be missed by so many.

I came to know Bruce when he and Mom were neighbors and co-conspirators at Bluewater. They shared wonderful visions for the gardens and were constantly planning their next project together. What I cherished most was how they looked out for one another—cheering each other on during good times and offering steadfast support whenever needed.

Your dad’s warm smile and positive outlook were always so welcoming. I treasure the many heartfelt conversations and genuine laughs we shared. He was a shining light to those around him.​​​

I’m so sorry to hear about your dad’s death. Your father was one of the kindest people I’ve ever met, and I was lucky to have know him. It’s hard to say goodbye and even harder when it’s to someone like your dad. He was one-of-a-kind and will be truly missed. Your Dad’s kindness, wisdom, generosity and witty sense of humor touched my life in so many ways while growing up living across the road from him. I will forever cherish the memories we shared Skating on the pond in the winter and going over for visits with my dad. Wishing you strength and peace as you navigate through this heartbreaking loss.

I’m so sorry to hear about the passing of your dad. Your father was one of the kindest people I’ve ever met, and I was lucky to have know him. It’s hard to say goodbye and even harder when it’s to someone like your dad. He was one-of-a-kind and will be truly missed. Your Dad’s kindness, wisdom, generosity and witty sense of humor touched my life in so many ways while growing up living across the road from him. I will forever cherish the memories we shared Skating on the pond in the winter and going over for visits with my dad. Wishing you strength and peace as you navigate through this heartbreaking loss.

Our daughter Adrie works at the rest home and after the first day of work she said she met such a nice man, and it was Bruce. She looked forward to seeing him, his smile and funny comments. Please know that he touched many lives and shared his beautiful soul everyday with those he met. Sending our condolences to your family.

Kim,Bill and Rathwell Families
Sorry to hear about your dad. Our condolences at this difficult time.

Extending our heartfelt sympathy to Kim & Bill, Kent & Kelli and families.
He always had a warm smile & hello…and we’re sure he was a fantastic Grandparent!
You will miss him greatly. May he rest in peace.

Our sincere condolences to the Rathwell family

Dear Don, Deb & Family,
Our deepest sympathy . Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Treasure the Memories.

Dear Rathwell Family,
we are very sad hearing about Bruce’s passing and like to offer our condolences to the entire family.
Our family wouldn’t have settled here in Ontario without Bruce. He understood hat we were looking for and he found us the place where we are today. He was with us and supported us all the way during the move to Canada until we felt being home. Bruce did not stop there, even after that he was always not far, stopped in, called or just drove by and waved – assuring himself things were alright with us.
Bruce and Dawn became close friends to our parents Hilma and Georg and they also became part of our family.
After Dawn’s passing Bruce was was very often at our family and farm events until the past few years. Since then, it were more phone call exchanges to keep him and us updated. When the phone rang at 5:30 am, it was a good chance it was Bruce!
The last time we had him on the phone he said he was feeling a lot better as people around telling him how he was. That’s how we’ll keep Bruce in our memories and close: get things done – look after others – and put himself second.
Rest in peace Bruce, we know you and Dawn will be watching.

Dear Kim and Family
My thoughts and prayers are with you all at this sad time.

Edi and Karin Zehetner

Kim, Kent and Kelli and families
We are so sorry to hear about Bruce’s passing
He will be missed by many!

My Condolences to the family. One of my first summer jobs after moving to Canada as a teenager was working in Bruce’s Real Estate office helping to translate. Bruce was always such a positive, happy guy he was a pleasure to work with and learn from. We had a lot of fun that summer. Thinking fondly of Bruce back than and over the years since.

I’m so sorry to hear about Bruce’s passing. I spent just a short time with Bruce at Bluewater but the short time was so impactful! We quickly bonded over our shared love of travel, and he’d spend as long as he could sharing his stories from all over the globe, encouraging me “to do it while I’m young, go see the world”. Sending thoughts and prayers to his whole family.

Our sincere condolences to the Rathwell family at this difficult time. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Colleen Faulds Walden & Peter Walden

Bruce reminded me that one’s life really is about people. He was always so incredibly generous. Bruce travelled with a seismic energy and smile that filled the room . My condolences to all of Bruce’s loved ones. Take comfort at this difficult time knowing, he’ll be so happy to be reunited with Dawn, the love of his life. Travel peacefully my friend.

To the Rathwell Family,

We were deeply saddened to hear of Bruce’s passing. We always enjoyed his visits and the good, informative conversations whenever he stopped by the shop or when we ran into him at the coffee shop in Clinton. Those moments were truly appreciated and will be fondly remembered. He will be greatly missed.
Our thoughts are with you during this difficult time.
With heartfelt condolences,
The Metzger’s

Kent & Joni, Kim & Bill, Kelly & Brian, and all Bruce’s family & friends;

Our sincere condolences in the loss of your dear Father, Grandfather and all Bruce was to so many. I have numerous fond and fun memories of Bruce (& Dawn!) and my friendship with them over many years. Several times visiting the Rathwell home and being entertained in the classiest ways on each occasion. Bruce and Dawn were all about treating their guests to the best of hospitality. Ample food and drink and great conversation. I always admired Bruce’s energy and optimism about business and life. He and I shared many memorable and lively chats about politics, business, etc., and for the most part agreed with each other. I will especially remember spending some extra quality ”guy time” with Bruce as we hit the town of Banff for the night life on the week of Kent & Joni’s wedding. It has been an extra bonus for me to not only get to know my good friend Kent’s parents and siblings, but also so many in the extended Rathwell and Robinson families. Bruce & Dawn were also very valued customers of ours for many years. I am comforted in knowing they are now re-united together.
My Mom, Marilyn Heimrich, also wishes to pass on her sympathy at this time. She recalls a very nice visit with Bruce recently at Blue Water.
You all remain in our thoughts and prayers during this time.
R.I.P. Bruce.

Hugs to all;
Mark & Julie Heimrich, Sarah, Scott & Spencer, Marilyn Heimrich & staff at Lifetme Water Products.

Bruce will be sorely missed by everyone he touched in Life…
He was one of a kind…
Sincere Condolences to the Rathwell family…

Orrin & June Baird

We were so sorry to hear the sad news about Bruce.
You are all in our thoughts.
Rest in peace, Bruce. You will be missed greatly.
With Love,
Beth, Paul and Emma

Kim I know we have chatted but I have had such a hard time finding the words to send to you and the rest of your family. When my mom moved into Bluewater Resthome in August following a massive stroke that changed her life forever, we were all heart broken and scared. She was actually terrified and crushed. But your dad, made her and in turn me, feel safe. He welcomed her like a big brother would . As you know she really struggles with speech now but your dad looked out for her. He always made sure everyone knew what she wanted in her tea, or if she needed help. He was positive and friendly and all of my family, with my mom truly enjoyed our conversations with Bruce.
When he was being taken to the hospital on his last day there, mom and I saw him in the hallway and of course we were worried. His last words to us were “don’t worry girls I’m just going on a little vacation.”
Enjoy your vacation Bruce. We will miss you. ❤️❤️

To The Rathwell Family,
Our sympathy on the loss of Bruce. Bruce was a great salesman, with a great smile..

Eric and Liz Campbell

I am so very sorry for your loss. It’s so hard on the heart. Bruce was such a wonderful man. I know he and my Grandpa (George Hatcher) were good friends through the years and had always stayed in touch and kept each other in line.
Condolences from our family to yours.

Kim – So sorry to hear of your Dad’s passing. My deepest sympathy to you and the rest of your family.
You will have many memories.
Sincerely – Wanda Dietz