BORN

1943

DIED

2010

FUNERAL HOME

Thompson Funeral Home

530 Industrial Parkway South

Aurora, Ontario

Bruce Shiga Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Apr. 12, 2010.

Shiga, Bruce -- Retired High School Principal, York Catholic Separate School Board. Unexpectedly while vacationing in Cozumel, Mexico on Wednesday, April 7, 2010. Beloved husband of Mary (nee Fitzsimmons). Loving father of John (Jenny Acton) of Ottawa and David (Maggie McKee) of Boston. Predeceased by brother Ron Shiga (Louise). Survived by sisters Catherine (Peter Canham) and Beverley (Ron Swartz). Brother in law of Gerard (Claudette) Fitzsimmons. He will be missed by nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. Friends will be recieved at the Thompson Funeral Home, 530 Industrial Parkway South, Aurora 905-727-5421 on Thursday April 15th from 2-4 and 7-9pm. A Funeral Mass will take place on Friday April 16th at 11am in Our Lady of Grace Church, 15347 Yonge Street, Aurora. Interment Aurora Cemetery. Online tributes may be left at www.thompsonfh-aurora.com

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May 26, 2010

King Sole

I met Bruce at the Aurora Swimming Pool in September 2008; I am so glad to get to know Bruce through his wonderful smile and we always share a laugh here and there. I was extremely saddened by his passing that word could not express; Bruce, may your soul rest in peace!

April 18, 2010

Chris Collins

Dear Mary, John and David,

I am shocked and deeply saddened to hear of Bruce's passing. He was one of the panel that hired me at Father Bressani in 1985.I enjoyed working with him and always admired and respected him greatly, a wonderful human being!

April 17, 2010

Mrs.Shiga, David, John and family, my deepest sympathies for the passing of Mr. Shiga. I am at a loss for words, however, my thoughts and prayers are with you all.

Melissa Modafferi Charlton
Milton

April 17, 2010

Dear Mary John and David sincere condolences for your great loss. We are shocked to hear the news. Sorry we could not attend the funeral since we received the sad news late. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Cosimo & Lelia Modafferi

April 16, 2010

Jason Chan

Dear Dave and Family, I'm very sorry for your loss. I remember Mr. Shiga fondly, especially just before I left, I asked him for some advice on teaching. I'm sorry I can't be there for you at this time of need, but I'm certain you'll find no shortage of friends around you.

April 15, 2010

Heather-Ann Mendes

To the Shiga Family,

It was with great sadness that I learned of Mr. Shiga’s passing. Your family is in my thoughts and prayers during this very difficult time. Mr. Shiga was my principal at both St. Benedict Elementary School and at Father Michael McGiveny. Mr. Shiga will be missed however his memories both at school and on school band trips will be forever cherished.

Heather-Ann Mendes

April 14, 2010

Jeff Lortie

Dear Mary, John And David.
I'm so sorry to hear about Bruce. WOW, It totally floored me. He was such a great man. I can't beleave he's gone. We will miss him dearly.
Jeff, Sydney and Nathan Lortie

April 14, 2010

Andrew Canham

Dear Mary, John, and David,
Our deepest condolences on your loss. Uncle Bruce touched many lives and will be greatly missed. Our thoughts and hearts are with you during this difficult time.
With love,
Andrew, Shari, Jérémy, and Nicolas

April 14, 2010

To Mary Frances, John and David. Roger and I were saddened to learn of Bruce'a passing. We wish to express our condolences. Bruce is fondly remembered both as brother in law and friend. Laura

April 14, 2010

Mary my dear, dear friend. You know that we have lost a most valued and dear friend and are grieving with you, John and David. It is so hard to put our profound sadness into words. Just know that we loved Bruce so much and will miss him. We admired him, respected him and loved him too.

Michelle

April 14, 2010

Mary Frances, John and David- I have no words to express my sympathy, but I want you to know that you have been and will continue to be on our minds and in our prayers. Thank you for sharing these beautiful photos of our family. You have a very special guardian angel looking over you now.

Love,
Kathleen

April 14, 2010

Michael Winn

Dear Mary, Thank you for posting the wonderful photos here on the site for those of us who can't be there to celebrate his life with you. Bruce was the definition of a true gentleman, and everyone who knew him was better for it. I hope you and John and David can find some comfort in what must be loving memories of your sweet husband and father. Michael Winn

April 13, 2010

Fr. Ron Comeau

Dear Mary ,John and David,
I want to extend my condolences to you and my sympathy on the occasion of the death of your father, Bruce. As my first principal and guide in the new land of Canada, I appreciated all his support and guidance while he was my superior, mentor and friend down through these years. Be assured of my remembrance of Bruce in prayer and the celebration of Divine Liturgies down through my remaining years.
Be assured of my same prayers and remembrances for you also through these times of lose and sorrow.
Sincerely in Christ, Our Divine Teacher,

Fr. Ron Comeau

April 13, 2010

Lil Minato

Dear Mary and family, We were saddened to hear that Bruce had passed away suddenly. We have very fond memories of the visits we had with you. Please accept our deepest sympathy. Lil Minato and family.

April 13, 2010

Dear Mary and family, we are so sorry to hear about Bruce's passing. Please let us know if we can help in any way,

Ann, Robert and Nick Armour (6 Willis)

April 13, 2010

Dear Mary I extend my sympathies to you and your family at this very sad time. Will keep you in my thoughts and prayers. Rosemary Gibbons

April 13, 2010

Dear Mary, Our deepest sympathy on Bruce's passing. David and I have you and the boys in our thoughts and prayers. Please let us know if there is anything we can do for you at this sad time, Anne and Dave Brander

April 12, 2010

Dear Mary and family,

We are so saddened to hear of your loss. We remember you and Bruce fondly from our South American trip. We always were admiring what a great swimmer and athlete Bruce was, swimming every chance he got. We enjoyed your company and loved talking to you both about your family and careers prior to retirement. We had a lot in common since both of you were teachers and Joe and our daughter were/are in the same field. Words cannot fill the void you must be now feeling. Please know you're in our thoughts and prayers.

Mary and Joe Sultana, Florida

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