It is with deep sorrow I announce the passing of my beloved husband Bruce Pihulak on September 7, 2019 at the age of 65.
Bruce will be sadly missed by his wife of 21 years, Louise Fortier, and is survived by his brothers Don Pihulak (Liz) of Armstrong, Jim Pihulak of Calgary and extended family.
Bruce grew up in Lockport and later moved with his family to Lac du Bonnet, MB in 1964. He worked as a power engineer at Whiteshell Labs for over 32 years until he retired in 2007. Bruce was an avid outdoorsman and enjoyed fishing and hunting through the years. He was also a talented craftsman and skilled in the art of making snowshoes. Bruce learned how to play the guitar and his love of music continued to be an important part of his life.
Bruce was also a loving husband who enjoyed spending time together as a couple. He was a happy man with a keen sense of humour and had a number of lifelong friends in the community.
A Celebration of Life will be held for Bruce on Saturday, October 5, 2019 at 2:00 p.m. at Sobering Funeral Chapel, 1035 Park Avenue E., Beausejour.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in his memory to the Epilepsy and Seizure Association of Manitoba, a charity he supported. https://www.manitobaepilepsy.org/
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Shirley & Grant Bruchanski
We are so sad about the passing of Bruce. He was a very sincere and honest friend. Please know that our prayers and thoughts are with you and your family. Take care Louise.
Ron White
Dear Louise
Hearing of Bruces passing comes as a complete shock to Lisa and I. He was the first person I worked with at the Powerhouse and was a great mentor. I have many fond memories of working together and visiting you both at your home. He will be missed by friends family and coworkers. Lisa and I offer our sincere condolences to you and your family.
Ron and Lisa White
Nick Arseniuk
We are all so shocked and saddened with the loss of a great life long friend .
We were pals since elementary school, and shared a lot of laughs and inside jokes ever since.
His sense of humor , quick wit, and good nature will always be what I’ll remember most.
He will be deeply missed
Our thoughts are with your entire family right now, and your unimaginable loss.
Nick Arseniuk and family.
Ritchot Family
Jim and family.
We were saddened to hear of your brother’s sudden and unexpected passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your loved ones.
Normand, Elaine and Mike
Marie and gardeners
We are all sad to have witnessed Jim’s reaction to Bruce’s passing. What a wonderful family the Pihulaks are. Thoughts and prayers to all of you.
Meredith
Louise.
I am so sorry for your loss of Bruce.
Bruce was a kind and gentle person, always there to help.
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Meredith
Lynn Gauthier
I met you and Bruce at a store where I worked and served you guys. Bruce was always kind and joking with me; a beautiful soul, you as well. Sending huge warm hugs to you and family. Louise. Will be praying for all of you.
Wendy Zeemel
I am so sorry for your loss and sadness. I grew up knowing Bruce. He was so kind and friendly. He was always a genuine, caring and sincerely gentle man. You were blessed to share life with him. My deepest sympathy to you.
Karen Arsenault
Our sincere condolences Louise. Bruce was a wonderful man. He always had that witty smile on his. Face. He will be fondly remembered by Cam and I.
Cam and Karen Arsenault
John
Boy, the sorrow just keeps on coming. What a friendly genuine soul Bruce was.
I’m gonna miss his sly humor and infectious laugh.
Would always meet him in the hunting field for the lowdown on the conditions and our chances of success as he was always willing to help out in any way possible.
Gone way to frickin early…….. Wonder whose gonna do the whistling now…..
George GIBSON
Wendy and I are so saddened to hear that Bruce has passed away. I regret that we fell out of touch as we did. I have such fond memories of Bruce as a friend and as a co-worker in the Powerhouse. He was so even tempered and his sense of humour so entertaining (though I often had to puzzle before smiling). The old days of betting bitter tarts were good days. So reliable and helpful both at work and at home. I hope you stay well Louise and find some comfort in the many, many warm and loving memories you must have. George and Wendy