Bruce Jaring Timmerman

March 16, 1936 – May 4, 2019

After a brave struggle with cancer, Bruce's life ended peacefully, surrounded by his family at home.

Predeceased by his parents, Jaring and Bessie Timmerman, and his beloved daughter Marcia Lynn, Bruce is survived by his loving wife Sharon, daughter Kari Bullock (Ron), grandchildren Chad (Chelsea), Blair and Ashley, great-grand-children Cory and Paisley; son Derek Timmerman (Meghan), grand-son Finley; daughter Erica Timmerman; brother Don Timmerman; sister Donna Klassen, and their families.

A chartered accountant, in Winnipeg Bruce articled with MC Donald curry; in Montreal he joined Schonbek Lighting; in Toronto he enjoyed a long, distinguished career as chief financial officer with Harris Steel. Bruce held the company owner Milt Haris in the highest regard.

Bruce clung to a love of cars from his youth, owning first a black Volkswagen beetle, then a red Triumph TR3, then a sleek black Pontiac convertible as a 21- year old, and finally, at 81, purchasing a black Toyota Scion.

Bruce was a dignified gentleman, always supportive of his family, encouraging his children and grand-children with his lifelong example of honesty, integrity and determination. He had a keen mind, and enjoyed sharing his insights, wisdom and opinions with others, including journalists. Committed to leaving the world a better place, he generously supported various organizations and charities.

In retirement, Bruce and Sharon enjoyed travelling, especially their regular trips to BC to visit family. Only four days before Bruce's passing, they visited friends at the Central Oak Grove Baptist Church in Hilton Head Island, SC. An important wish on his bucket list.

The family wishes to thank the doctors, care-givers, and palliative care team that rushed to Bruce's care in his final days.We will treasure Bruce's memory forever, along with the gift of love he gave to each of us.

Funeral service will be held at Kopriva Taylor Community Funeral Home, 64 Lakeshore Rd. West, Oakville, Wednesday May 8, 2019 at 1 pm.

In lieu of flowers, please donate to:

The Marcie Fund at the Oakville Community Foundation

Jaring Timmerman IMC Scholarship Fund to the Winnipeg Foundation.