Reverend Ross Bruleigh- June 1937 - October 2025
Ross departed from this world with Jane and Shailyn at his bedside to be welcomed by a huge host of heavenly angels.
Survived by his wife Jane, his daughters Shailyn and Singshan; his sister-in-laws Janice and Delores and a large extended family in Cape Breton, across Canada and the US. Ross was preceded in death by his sister Kay and brothers Warren and Ken and many others of his large extended family and many dear friends. His biggest heartbreak was the tragic death of his adult son Robbie Bruleigh (2004).
It was the 60th Anniversary of his Ordination by the United Church of Canada one week before the United Church turned 100 years old in June 2025. Ross never liked the idea of retirement and continued his work as a minister for 53 years. He loved to lead worship and preach. He presided at many funerals, and loved doing weddings almost anywhere! Baptism of babies, children and adults was his most joyful privilege in ministry. Ross served as a full-time hospital chaplain for 10 years. His motto was “The community is my parish” words from Methodist founder John Wesley. Unfortunately, a life-threatening car accident forced him into retirement.
Ross loved his family and loved parenting! He attended many years of dance recitals, music recitals and loved taking his children berry picking; to yard sales and visiting with many different people. He passed along his passion for social justice, compassion, respect and the need to never lose your sense of humour!
Our sincere appreciation to the front line staff of Boyne Lodge in Carman, Manitoba for providing care to Ross during his 5+ years there; with special thanks to the wonderful recreation staff and nurse Carol Jeanson who was our ongoing family contact and then primary support in his end of life care these past weeks.
A memorial service remembering Ross and honouring his ministry will be held in Calgary at a later date. Further details will follow.
In honour of Ross, follow the words of his favourite contemporary hymn, “Go Make a Difference!”
Ross departed from this world with Jane and Shailyn at his bedside to be welcomed by a huge host of heavenly angels.
Survived by his wife Jane, his daughters Shailyn and Singshan; his sister-in-laws Janice and Delores and a large extended family in Cape Breton, across Canada and the US. Ross was preceded in death by his sister Kay and brothers Warren and Ken and many others of his large extended family and many dear friends. His biggest heartbreak was the tragic death of his adult son Robbie Bruleigh (2004).
It was the 60th Anniversary of his Ordination by the United Church of Canada one week before the United Church turned 100 years old in June 2025. Ross never liked the idea of retirement and continued his work as a minister for 53 years. He loved to lead worship and preach. He presided at many funerals, and loved doing weddings almost anywhere! Baptism of babies, children and adults was his most joyful privilege in ministry. Ross served as a full-time hospital chaplain for 10 years. His motto was “The community is my parish” words from Methodist founder John Wesley. Unfortunately, a life-threatening car accident forced him into retirement.
Ross loved his family and loved parenting! He attended many years of dance recitals, music recitals and loved taking his children berry picking; to yard sales and visiting with many different people. He passed along his passion for social justice, compassion, respect and the need to never lose your sense of humour!
Our sincere appreciation to the front line staff of Boyne Lodge in Carman, Manitoba for providing care to Ross during his 5+ years there; with special thanks to the wonderful recreation staff and nurse Carol Jeanson who was our ongoing family contact and then primary support in his end of life care these past weeks.
A memorial service remembering Ross and honouring his ministry will be held in Calgary at a later date. Further details will follow.
In honour of Ross, follow the words of his favourite contemporary hymn, “Go Make a Difference!”