Winter, Bruce Ogden June 3rd, 1921 - October 30th,2018 "What a journey of a life well lived." Bruce passed away with courage and dignity surrounded by the love and support of his family at Carolina Suites, Perth on Tuesday afternoon, October 30th, 2018. He was predeceased by his parents Ogden and Gladys Winter, his wife and the love of his life Helen and two younger brothers, Frank (Terry) and Charles Winter. Bruce was the loved father and best friend to sons David (Karen) and Bob (Laurie); cherished and greatly respected "Gramps" to Scott (Brynn), Ryan, Jordan (Stephanie), Chelsea (Randy), Bailey (Damon), Jeff (Melissa), Jessie (Rob) and great grandfather of 8. He was born in Toronto. Bruce experienced the poverty of the Great Depression, was quarterback and captain of the North Toronto Collegiate football team, a decorated Flying Officer in WWII, graduate of University of Toronto, Bachelor of Science and Engineering (UofT 50). He and Helen lived in Pointe Claire, Quebec where he started a long and successful career with CIL Industries. He also lived in Mississauga, London and ultimately Perth where he resided the past 5 years. He enjoyed golf, bridge, the horse track and family vacations to Florida with the requisite snowbird months in retirement in Pompano Beach. Thanks to the staff at Carolina Court Retirement Residence, Dr. Richard Moxon, Dr. Anil Kuchinad and the Bayshore nursing staff. He would like this to be a celebration and in doing so would have recommended raising an ice filled glass of Johnny Walker Red. To "Gramps" A Celebration of his life will be held on a date to be determined. Memorial donations are to a charity of one's choosing. Arrangements are in the care of Blair & Son Funeral Directors, Perth. Messages of condolence can be left at www.blairandson.com