CONSTABLE BRUCE GEORGE SHELEST
WINNIPEG POLICE SERVICE
Peacefully with his family by his side, Bruce
George Shelest passed away on Monday, October 8, 2012 at home. We were lucky to
have had a Thanksgiving dinner with Dad on the Saturday.
Left to cherish Bruce’s memory are his wife
of 29 years of marriage, Kelly; son Jordan (Sherry); daughter Taylor. Dad was
truly blessed with the arrival of his grandson, Daniel Glen Bruce Shelest born
on July 27, 2012. His face always lit up when he saw Daniel. He is also
survived by brothers Larry (Linda), Robert (Joyce), and Ken (Shirley);
brother’s - in-law Cole Summers and Lance Summers (Lori); as well as many
Aunts; Uncles; nieces; nephews; and cousins. Dad was predeceased by his
parents, Peter and Anne Shelest; in-laws Danny and Blanche Summers; sister
Patricia Russell; and nephew Brent Shelest.
Bruce was born on December 4, 1956 in
Winnipeg, Manitoba. After graduating from Gordon Bell High School, he went to
North Dakota to play college football on a scholarship. When Dad returned to
Winnipeg, he worked Loss Prevention at Eaton’s where he met his soon to be
wife, Kelly. They were married the following year on October 12, 1984. Bruce
and Kelly were blessed with the birth of their son Jordan on May 1, 1987 and
Daughter Taylor March 2, 1992. He was a great father and so proud of them in
everything they did.
Dad joined the Winnipeg Police Service on
September 11, 1989. He took great pride in being a Winnipeg Police Officer and
loved the brotherhood. He worked right up until he was diagnosed with cancer.
Many wonderful summers were spent by Dad and
the family at his in-laws cottage at War Eagle Lake, Kenora where great times
were always had. He was an avid fisherman and in past few years took up ice
fishing with his son Jordan. Assiniboine Golf Course was Dad’s second home the
past few summers, golfing daily. He loved watching his daughter Taylor play soccer
throughout the years. He always looked forward to his daily walks with his dog,
Neeka.
Bruce loved working outside and was so happy
to build his new fence and landscape his backyard this last summer. Our family
enjoyed many barbecues and pool parties with Dad.
In compliance with Bruce’s wishes there will
be no Funeral Service.
In September 2011, Dad was diagnosed with
Colon Cancer. He fought courageously right up until the end. The family would
like to thank Dr. Kotecha, Grace Cancer Care Dr. Pat Harris, and his nurse
Arlene. We would also like to thank the amazing staff at Palliative care who
made Dad’s wishes to stay at home come true. Dr. Mulder, nurse’s Jadwiga (Jay)
and Judy. The family would like to thank the Winnipeg Police Service, friends
and neighbours. As well a special thank you to Cole Summers, and Rob and Joyce
for being there throughout his battle.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in
Bruce’s name to Colorectal Cancer Association of Canada.
Wojcik’s Funeral Chapel in care of
arrangements.
“You will be loved and missed forever Bruce,
Dad, Grandpa.”
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Wojcik’s
FUNERAL CHAPEL & CREMATORIUM
2157 PORTAGE AVENUE
204 – 897 - 4665
www.wojciksfuneralchapel.com
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