With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Bruce Pocock on Thursday, March 7, 2024, at the LHSC – University Hospital, London, at the age of 85. He was the cherished husband of the late Pat (Rogers) Pocock, sharing 54 beautiful years together.
Devoted father to Lawrence Pocock of Innisfil, and Dave Pocock and Amanda Gillard of Lucan. He took immense pride in his role as a father and grandfather, doting on his grandchildren Taylor and Susan, Keira, Meaghan, Jacob, and Lucas. Bruce was a loving brother and brother-in-law of David Pocock of Guelph, Pauline and John Berridge of England, and George and Bonnie Rogers of England. Predeceased by his sisters Margaret, Betty, and Pat, and his brother Bob.
Throughout his early working life spanning over two decades, Bruce worked in numerous roles and responsibilities. However, he ultimately decided to follow in his father’s footsteps and pursue Anglican Ministry. This diverse work experience served as a valuable guide as he played a significant role in the lives of many parishioners, from their baptisms to their funerals. Bruce was actively involved in various community causes, including the Royal Canadian Legion and his children’s sports teams, among many others. He cherished the lifetime of memories created with his family at Lake Simcoe at Big Bay Point. Bruce will be remembered by many for his unique qualities. To almost everyone, he will be fondly remembered for the Werther’s candies he carried in his pocket and his heartfelt farewell of “God Bless.”
Visitation will be held at the Haskett Funeral Home, 223 Main Street, Lucan, on Monday March 11th, from 5-7 PM, and at the Church of the Ascension, 2060 Dundas Street, London, on Tuesday, March 12, 2024 from 10 AM-11AM. A funeral service will follow at 11 AM at the Church of the Ascension, with The Right Reverend Dr Todd Townshend, Bishop of Huron and The Reverend Jim Garey officiating. Stream the service live or at your convenience by visiting https://www.youtube.com/@ascensionchurchlondon. Cremation has already taken place.
Donations to Alzheimer Society, Royal Canadian Legion Branch 540 Lucan, Church of the Ascension Health and Wellness Fund would be gratefully appreciated by the family.
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Dr. Janice V. Roseman
To David, Lawrence and families: I am so sorry to hear of your Dad’s passing. I have so many good memories of being at your parents’ house in Lucan, church at Holy Trinity and visits to the church camp. Your Dad walked and talked the faith. I never met two more giving and kind people than your parents. Dr. Janice V. Roseman
Gerald Fagan
I remember Bruce from Sir Adam Beck Collegiate…….always a kindly greeting . To make a decision to become a Priest takes a ton of soul searching, desire, and decision-making. I can only imagine how successful he was as a Clergyman………rest in Peace Father Bruce.
Abby Bates Hannah
So sorry to hear of this sad news. He was a treasure. He was a great neighbour and minister. He married us and his services were always entertaining. His stories always made me laugh. Take care. Abby Bates Hannah
Harold Merton
I have fond memories of our early years together while we attended Beck Collegiate. We spent many hours together at Cadets and in the Reserve after we left school.
Both Pat and Bruce were great friends and I will remember them fondly. Sadly I did not hear of his passing until after the funeral. My condolences to the family.
Brenda and Gord Moon
So very sorry to hear of the passing of your father. Reverend Bruce will be fondly remembered. Please accept our condolences.
Mark & Ann Scott
Lawrence, David & Families;
Thinking of you all as you mourn the loss of your dear Father and Grandfather. We are sending our sincere condolences, as we remember your Dad and Mom fondly, from their time with us at Holy Trinity.
Mark, Ann, Laura & Brent
Marion Binns
Sorry to hear of your loss. Thankfully Bruce is now at peace with his God and many friends and Pat gone before him. Your family is in my thoughts and prayers
God Bless
Marion Binns
Liz Hodgins & Alan Gates
David, Lawrence and families,
We are very sorry to hear of the passing of your father and grandfather. We remember Bruce was always handing out candies when we would meet at Timmie’s.
Keep your memories close to help you through the difficult days now and in the future. May Bruce RIP.
Keith Brooks
Bruce was one of our interim ministers at St. Anne’s Byron in 2006 and he was such a wonderful testament to the priesthood. He easily engaged with our community members and when required, was not afraid to speak plainly while encouraging us in our transition period. I will always remember fondly his time in our community along with his wonderful smile and wit. He will be missed. My condolences to his family.
Stacey Phillips
I send my condolences to the family of Bruce. Bruce was a sweet,funny, and charming man. It was a pleasure taking care of him. Thank you Bruce for all the fun we had. It was a privilege knowing you.
Joyce Sovereign
To Lawrence, David and all Bruce’s Family
Sending my sincere sympathy to you all in the loss of your Father, brother, and Grandfather, and our wonderful minister for many years. He married both my children and baptized all 7 of my grandchildren. We have wonderful memories of you Dad and Mom. I am sure he was a fun Grandpa to your children. I said to someone, Bruce was such a wonderful speaker, who l bet could stand and speak to us as long as we would stay, and never have a note. May God bless you all in the sad days ahead 🙏🏻
Scott and Angie Heywood
So sorry to hear of Bruce’s passing. Our condolences to the families. Bruce and Pat were wonderful neighbours. Thinking of you all!
Ann Stewart
Lawrence, David and families
My thoughts and prayers are with you at this very difficult time.
The Attwell Family
Larry, David and family,
Please accept sincere condolences from our family to yours on the death of your father Rev. Bruce.
Bruce and Pat were wonderful friends of Mom and Dad’s at Big Bay Point for over 50 years. The Attwell kids all have fond memories of the Pocock family which included your grandparents originally, then your parents, aunts and uncles. The last time Bruce was at the “Pokey Nook” I remember him handing out werthers to everyone. So many memories of a nice man and many wonderful summers.
Blessings,
David, Mary, Ruth and Mike Attwell
Ottawa
Joan Greenlee
David, Lawrence and families sorry to hear of the passing of your father. I remember Bruce was always handing out candies when we would meet. Good memories of him and Pat. Joan Greenlee – Gardner McDonald and family
Steve & Kay Revington
Our sincere condolences Dave, Lawrence and families on the passing of your father. Bruce always had a kind smile, a friendly antidote or timely humour to share. Thinking of you all and sending prayers.
Dorothy Revington
Pat and Bruce were wonderful neighbours – always willing to help. Bruce officiated at our baptisms, weddings, and funerals for our family. He always brought a smile even to the retirees atTim Horton’s for coffee”
Ferlin Sovereign
Sorry to hear of the passing of Bruce .
He married my wife and I and recall many church services with Bruce !
A great guy , please accept our condolences.
Julie and Ferlin
Alex Westman
My sincere heartfelt condolences to Dave and Amanda and the whole Pocock family. Bruce was a wonderful man who always had a funny story to tell a kind word to give… and a pocket full of Weurthers candies.
I’m honored to have had a friendship with Bruce over the years. He will be missed.
Kathy McFarland
Hoping you can find peace at this trying time. You lived down the street from us and your father was a most amazing man. The kindness and counsel he gave to all was as sweet as the weuthers he had in his bottomless pocket. He is missed by friends in Lucan.
Ron and Glenda Lindenfield
Sorry to hear this, He and Pat were great neighbours, he will be missed by many. Rest In Peace
Ron and Glenda Lindenfield
Rev. Darrell Shaule
My sympathy and condolences to the whole family. Bruce was the first person I met in Lucan along with his sons Lawrence and David when I moved here with my family in August, 1986. Our family received a very warm welcome!
He always had a Werther’s candy and a joke ready when we met at The Post Office or at a Lucan Ministerial meeting. God bless you Lawrence, David and families as you grieve, mourn and celebrate Bruce’s life and love.
The Griffin Family
Our heartfelt sympathies to the families as you mourn for Bruce. He will be greatly missed in our Church Camp family and by our family in particular. Bruce was unfailingly kind to us and always had time for a word or two. He had a quick smile and an easy laugh for everyone. He was a great neighbour and we can hardly imagine the Cottage without him.
Penny and Darrell McComb
Well – this was a man who filled the world with love and laughter. I spent many hours with the Pocock family, babysitting , jamming with our guitars, and youth group. Bruce was always happy to share his thoughts about music, religion, love and that I would find the perfect man. I did and he married us. He certainly will always be remembered as a special part of Holy Trinity. Sorry for the loss of your dad, Lawrence and David. Keep you memories close to your heart. Love Penny
Helen William Delorme
Lawrence and David
Our condolences in the passing of Bruce he always had a smile and toffee candy to hand you..
William and Helen Delorme
Philisha Palmer
I wish you and your family peace and comfort as you grieve the loss of your father. It was a great pleasure meeting Bruce, I will sure miss his jokes and small crack ups. Please to know that your in my thoughts and prays. Sleep In Peace Bruce.
Betty McIntyre
Dear Pocock boys – what memories you must have! Both Bruce and Pat were so very kind to me. I will never forget their little acts of kindness throughout our acquaintances – always asking if they could help in any way. I’m sure your kids will be richer for having known them if even for a short time. God bless!
Laura Akhere
Your Dad , my Uncle will be deeply missed ,but fondly remembered for his candor , humour and commanding presence .
If you wanted someone to be honest with you , ask Uncle Bruce ♥️ I soo appreciated all that he was !
Our condolences to Lawerence and David and their families .
Rest in peace Uncle Bruce … fly above with the Angels .
Don and .Eileen Townsley Gordon
I remember Bruce fondly from growing up in Hespeler. The Pocock family was very close to our family, Betty was my bridesmaid and Bruce’s father married Don and I in 1952. Our sincere condolences to all the family. God bless.
Brenda and Fred Smith
Larry and Dave
So sorry for your loss
Bruce would always have a candy to hand me every time he seen me or anyone
Always keep the good times close to your hearts
Holly Kinchlea-Brown
Larry, David and families:
Please accept my condolences on the passing of Bruce. I remember that he almost always and a smile on his face and a joke on his lips (beaver business!) The Werthers were epic and I will always remember him as a favourite neighbour and friend. He’ll be able to meet up with his beloved Pat once again.
Some people leave footprints on your heart…Bruce was one of those. R.I.P.
Holly
Lisa Carter, Savanna and Justin
My condolences to the family 🤗
I can’t remember when he 1st began to be the Minister in Lucan but I was 13 when we were confirmed by Bruce . He was a dear friend to my family as pastor at St. James, Clandeboye Church, he attended countless family events , my grandmothers birthday parties, baptized both my children, and probably the nieces and nephews Plus the weddings! He told blonde jokes to everyone at my sisters wedding reception !
And yes, the werthers candies!
To teach my children that it’s ok to accept this man’s candy!
I have had the privilege and pleasure to work with him these last few years.
He was such a character! Always a sweet man.
Oh Bruce 🤗
Rest in peace with your sweetheart
Tracy Lywood
There’s nothing to say to ease the loss of a father. We are here for you and send our deepest sympathy to you and your family. Though I didn’t know your father, I know you and that means he must have been an amazing man I’m so sad for your loss. Sending love today, tomorrow and everyday going forward, He is now your angel from above each sunset brings a new dawn. Keep your head held high and always remember the memories you shared. Love always from Coach Jerimie and myself ❤️❤️ xoxo
Jamie
Keira, Meaghan and family,
I am so sorry for your loss, thinking of you girls and sending love your way.
Jamie & Lexi
Dave and Joanne Walzack
So sorry to hear this. Bruce was the Reverend at our wedding at St. James. He always had a smile a hello and his werthers candy. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.
Jeff& Teresa Young
Sorry to hear of the passing of Bruce Our deepest condolences