Louise and family - our sincerest condolences on the loss of your father.

Bill Tymchyshyn and Jill Coggins

As a new optometrist moving to Calgary in 1985, it was wonderful to meet Bruce. He was so welcoming and generous with sharing information. His staff interactions were amazingly fun, and really taught me a lot about running a practice. He will be missed++

My condolences to his lovely family that he was always so proud of,

Dr Laurie Dodds

On behalf of the Jang family, we offer our condolences to Paul, Louise and the rest of the family. He'll always be Dr. Redmond to us, and we are thankful for Dr. and Mrs. Redmond's support of our family personally and professionally. Shopping and dining at our family's Sun On food store and restaurant in the South Calgary neighbourhood in the 1960-80's. He was our family optometrist through several locations in the Kensington area and eventually mentor to myself and my brother for our optometry careers that now span over 30 years. To a remarkable individual, we have great memories.

I am so sorry for your loss. Dr. Redmond was my first and only Eye Doctor until I left Calgary for a dance career. I was an original Calgary Kidette, and recall seeing Dr. Redmond chaperoning and helping out on many occasions whether in rehearsal or performance. He was always so kind and patient. I could always count on him for good advice and support. His guidance was always generous and thoughtful. We will miss him. Donna Mednicoff (Las Vegas)

Louise and Don and the boys, the Redmond family - sorry for your loss. My contact with Bruce professionally was limited to some of his remaining real estate holdings in Kensington. (I lived south of the River, so my eye guy was Bay Tanner!) He was so welcoming to visitors to Windermere and I feel blessed to have had an opportunity to see both your Mom and Dad in that joyful setting. Peter Lougheed was fortunate to have a Bruce to back him up. Wouldn’t we all like to have that in the political world! Wishing you all well and thinking of you at this time. Sincerely - Chris Davis and Mirella Rullo

So sorry for your loss. Will always appreciate being a patient of the best optometrist om Calgary and fondly recall times at Windemere. Great obituary for a great man and a life well lived.

Boy this brings back a lot of very fond memories of growing up with the Redmond's. Of course I was named after Uncle Bruce so I have that honor. I will always fondly remember looking forward to the Christmas Eve party as a young boy into my teens and then having them all over with Aunt Dale for Christmas day turkey dinner and listening to Bruce and my Dad talk politics while enjoying the many after dinner spirits. Having lost my Dad a couple of years ago I think I can safely say on his behalf that Bruce was his best friend and they were very close. I was fortunate enough to take my Mom and Dad to see Bruce a few years ago and it was great to see him and he was in good spirits. It was nice to once again see them both enjoy each others company. On behalf of my Mom Edith my sister Alison, Sandra, Lisa and myself I would like to extend our sincere condolences to Paul and Louise for your loss but take comfort in knowing of how fondly we all remember your Dad and may he rest in peace.

Dear Louise, Don and family,

I was really saddened to hear that Dr Redmond had passed away. I keep very good memories of him. I feel privileged that I got to know him, both professionally and personally. What an exceptional man he was! Thank you for sharing this beautiful tribute.

My deepest sympathy to all of you. Rest in peace Bruce!

I was both saddened and flooded with warm memories when reading this beautiful tribute to such a fine man. Dr. Redmond was always so kind and gentle. He was a gift to the YC's, where I got to know him when I was young. My deepest sympathy to Louise, Paul and families, and to all who knew and loved him. Godspeed, dear Dr. Redmond.

I am so very sorry to hear this sad news. Such a beautiful tribute to a beloved man who was adored by many, including me. You brought sunshine into the lives of all who knew you, Dr. Redmond. I will be forever grateful that we were able to reconnect at our 50th Kidette Reunion in 2015. My heart and prayers are with you, Louise, Paul & family and to all who were blessed to know you. Rest in sweet peace, Dr. Redmond, and thank you for the joy, laughter and kindness you brought to the world…especially to our YC world.

With love, my deepest condolences and the fondest of memories,

Janie Brennan

It was “AMAZING” to read Bruce’s life story!!

I had the pleasure of meeting Bruce at Royal Park as I was a volunteer there.

He gave us so much pleasure with his love of dancing or just partaking in every activity we had there, with much enthusiasm , that devilish smile entertaining us!!

Bruce we will forever speak of the “memories”of your life with us!!!

Rest in peace.

Our father and mother were friends with Dr. and Mrs. Redmond. I can remember the wonderful stories of the fishing trips and the shenanigans that they would get up too! Dr. Redmond took care of all our families eyes up till his retirement. He was such a caring and generous man loved by all. Sending our condolences to the family.

Echoing my cousin Carole’s condolences. My beloved Dad, Charles (Chuck) DeRuchie was his partner in their first optometric practice. Bruce must have attended the College of Optometry at U of T after the war with my Dad. Perhaps that’s where they first met. My Dad really enjoyed working with Bruce. My parents Betty and Chuck also enjoyed your parents friendship while they were in Calgary. I remember Paul as a toddler with Louise following soon after. My Mum was very close to Mrs. Redmond, Paul’s Mum, who I believe was originally from England too. What a full and wonderful life Bruce lived. I’m very sorry for your family’s loss. Sincerely Liz DeRuchie, NJ lizderuchie1@gmail.com

My condolences to Bruce's family. My Uncle Chuck Charles) DeRuchie and Bruce were partners in the little white building. I remember my Mom (Elaine Taverner) went to June's funeral. I went to Bruce for my first pair of glasses. It was getting too hard to read the phone book. Chuck's daughter Lizabeth lives in New Jersey and I have forwarded the notice in today's Herald to her. Very fond memories of your Dad

He was a lovely man, and how wonderful that he lived such a long life! Not only was he a back-stage comforting presence at the Calgary Stampede Grandstand Show, he was also my optometrist. One of our Young Canadian dancer costumes (court jester) had bells hanging off the head piece, and after a pirouette one bell banged into my eyeball, breaking my hard plastic contact lens (this was a long time ago!). After managing to finish the number with tears pouring down my face (but with a smile on it!), Dr. Redmond rescued me back stage, delicately picking out the pieces. My condolences to his family. Shelagh Cowie, Toronto.

Such a perfect tribute to this incredible gentleman. Knowing Bruce for the last years of his life was an honor and a privilege. I can’t say enough about how much fun we had at Royal Park in the years Bruce lived here. And live he did! Every day to the fullest, bringing smiles and joy to all who knew him. Thinking of you all as you comfort each other with so many memories for a life well lived. Cheers to you Bruce. We love you and will raise a glass to you at Happy Hour today!

What a phenomenal obituary for an amazing man. That is a description of a life well lived!

I think they “broke the mould” after Bruce. I have had the privilege of knowing him for the last six years or so as a volunteer at Royal Park.

He was so fun to be around! That man was high on life and exuded positivity.

He took part in everything and helped with anything he could.

Every Friday morning the chairs were set up for my exercise class, and he was a regular attendee. If by chance he slept in or had an appointment where he couldn’t set up the chairs, he would apologize. Considerate and kind in every aspect.

What fun we had dancing at happy hour. No matter what the song he always wanted to twirl you around. Later days when he couldn’t really dance, he would stand and just move his upper body. Where there’s a will, there’s a way!

On New Year’s Eve last year he gave me a flashing bulb necklace. He was wearing it and when I said I liked it off it came and went around my neck.

Bruce, thoughts of you bring a smile every single time! Rest in peace, my friend. Thank you for so many

happy memories.