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Bruce Berge Obituary

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Bruce Berge

Owen Sound, ON

September 30, 1963 - November 21, 2022

Bruce Berge Obituary

Bruce passed away peacefully with his loving family by his side, at the Victoria Hospital in London, on Monday, November 21, 2022. Born on September 30, 1963 in Stratford, Robert Bruce Berge of Shallow Lake, was in his 60th year.


Dearly loved husband and best friend of Joan Ruston Berge for 35 years. Loving father of Nathan Berge, Jessica Berge, Kristen Koning (Mackenzie) and Sarah Berge (Cam Whale). Dear brother of Scott Berge (Shelley), of Ingersoll and Suzanne Isaac (Frank), of Plattsville. Dear son of Ann Berge, of Woodstock and the late Bob Berge (2022) and son-in-law of Merle Ruston, of Stratford and the late Gerald Ruston (2003). Dear brother-in-law of Jim Morris and the late Donna Morris (2022), Linda Zettel (Peter), Tom Ruston (Kathy) and Cathy Ruston. Bruce will be sadly missed by his many nieces, nephews, extended family, and friends. Bruce was the owner / operator of B. Berge Distributing (Wonder Bread Brands) for 26 years. His many customers and employees became treasured friends over the years. Bruce was known for his outstanding work ethic, kindness, warmth, and ready smile. Bruce was a true family man. He loves his family fiercely and told them often. He loved being a “girl dad” and shared a special well-known bond with his son Nathan.


A Visitation will be held at the Brian E. Wood Funeral Home, 250 14th Street West, Owen Sound, 519-376-7492 on Sunday from 1:00 – 3:00 p.m. and 6:00 – 8:00 p.m. Parish prayers will be held at 5:45 p.m. before the visitation. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at St. Mary’s Roman Catholic Church, 554 15th Street East, Owen Sound on Monday, November 28, 2022 at 11:00 a.m. with Father Wojciech Kuzma officiating. Interment at Avondale Cemetery in Stratford.


In lieu of flowers, a memorial fund in Bruce’s honour is being arranged as an award to a graduating student who demonstrates the virtues of compassion and respect.


Condolences can be sent to Bruce’s family by visiting his memorial at www.woodfuneralhome.ca


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