Football loses one of the ‘good guys’: Condolences to the Bruce family (funeral arrangements)

Early in the morning on July 6th, 2011, Chris Bruce passed away. Chris was “Mr. Football” in the Durham area (east Toronto). Chris coached multiple teams every year and was the president of the Central Ontario Minor Football League (COMFL) fall league. This summer season he was the head coach of the Clarington Knights junior varsity program.

I had the pleasure of knowing Chris and spoke with him regularly. I can say without hesitation that he was one of the good guys, one of the guys that put the game and the kids first, and himself second. We need more of these people involved in our great sport. I will miss Chris.

Condolences to the Bruce family, COMFL, the Clarington Knights and every other person and organization that will miss Chris’s laugh and smile.

Message on [URL]http://claringtontigercats.com/ website:

It is with great sadness that we announce that JV Knights Coach Chris Bruce passed away suddenly early morning on July 6th. Chris had been a coach and mentor for more than 20 years in the Durham Region. He will be forever missed.

Message on [URL]http://comfl.com/ website:

It is with much grief and sadness that we report the passing of our President, Chris Bruce. Chris’ leadership, passion and dedication to all the young men and women who play and have played in the Organizations that Chris has helped throughout the years will be missed. Our prayers and sympathy go out to Chris’ Family. Rest in Peace.