Obituary of Bruce Charles Milton French

FRENCH: Bruce Charles Milton - A resident of Chatham, Bruce French passed away peacefully at his residence, with his family at his side on Tuesday, May 10, 2016 at the age of 81. Born in Chatham, Bruce was the son of the late Bruce and Doris (Osmon) French. Beloved husband of Shirley Alice French (nee Lee). Loving father of Brenda French (Dennis Rogers) of Fort McMurray, Tim French (Laura) of Edmonton, AB and Susan Cudmore (Glenn) of Kent Bridge. Proud father, grandfather and great-grandfather. Dear brother to Lawrence French (Jan) of Spirit Point and Richard French of British Columbia. Bruce was a proud Firefighter for 31 years. He also taught scuba diving in Chatham for 10 years and was one of the original scout leaders at Sprucedale United Church. Family will receive friends at Sprucedale United Church, 493 Victoria Ave, Chatham on Thursday, May 12, 2016 from 11:00 am - 1:00 pm with the service immediate following. Pastor Sunni Shular officiating. Donations made in memory of Bruce to Sprucedale United Church and the Lung or Diabetes Association would be appreciated. Online condolences may be left at www.mckinlayfuneralhome.com. Arrangements entrusted to: McKinlay Funeral Home, 459 St. Clair Street, Chatham, 519-351-2040.