Bruce David Donogh passed away on Thursday, August 21, 2025, at the Brandon Regional Health Centre.
Bruce was born on July 24, 1958, and grew up on his parents' farm south of Brandon. He was the youngest son of Kathleen (Scott) and Charles Donogh.
Bruce had a passion for any vehicle he could jump in and drive. Skidoos, motorcycles, sports cars, sea-doos or boats. He loved riding horses and won several ribbons in Brandon competitions.
Bruce graduated from Crocus Plains Secondary School in 1975. Following graduation he was employed for several years at Keystone Glass. He married Evelyn (Stewart) in 1978. Shortly after he travelled to Kansas City, Missouri where he received an auctioneering degree. He worked for several years at Donogh Antiques before forming his own business, Brantiques Collectibles. Bruce spent many hours refinishing furniture, travelling to purchase merchandise and doing auctions.
In 2005, Bruce got his Class 1 and was employed by Assiniboine Injections for 16 years. He enjoyed general contracting homes and had a talent for designing floor plans.
Retirement found him enjoying his family and grandchildren. He loved going to Mexico to walk the beaches and soak up the sun.
He is lovingly remembered by his wife Evelyn; son David (Ale); granddaughters Ava and Sarah; daughter Jenna (Jeremy); grandson Wesley; brothers Garry (Rose), Brian (Claudia) and nephew Justin.
Bruce was predeceased by his parents Kathleen (August 6, 1991) and Charles (May 10, 1999).
The family would like to express their gratitude to staff of both Westman Cancer Centre and Brandon Regional Health Centre – Palliative Care Unit for their compassion and dedication.
A Celebration of Bruce's Life will take place at Bethel Church, 440 Richmond Ave, Brandon, MB on Friday, September 26, 2025, at 2:00 p.m.
For those who so desire, donations in memory of Bruce may be made to either Brandon Regional Health Centre Foundation – Palliative Care Unit, 150 McTavish Avenue East, Brandon MB, R7A 2B3 or Bethel Church, Devoted Ministries, 440 Richmond Ave, Brandon, MB R7A 6E9