Bruce Dale Stephens Obituary in Grande Prairie at Oliver's Funeral Home & Crematorium

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Bruce Dale Stephens

October 04, 1950 - April 22, 2017

Obituary For Bruce Dale Stephens

Bruce Dale Stephens, resident of Port Alberni, BC, passed away peacefully on Saturday, April 22, 2017, at 12:49am, while visiting his daughter’s home in Grande Prairie, AB. He was lovingly surrounded by his wife Carla, daughter Dawn Marie, son in-law Dennis, and granddaughter Reanna.

Dale was an amazing man: kind, loving, and caring. He loved to hunt, fish, work in the garden, watch sports on TV, and flick the remote from channel to channel till it drove everyone crazy. He excelled at his job as a long-haul truck driver where he worked hard and partied harder. He was a man with a gruff exterior that hid his generous nature and loving heart. He was also a very opinionated man who enjoyed verbalizing his extreme contempt for insurance companies, banks, and politicians; disliking them all equally with a raging passion.

Dale was born in Brandon, MB, in 1950, into a large family. He remained in Brandon until he met the love of his life, Carla, whom he married in 1981. As his wife worked as a Civil Servant, she soon had Dale on a journey of continuous moves: from Brandon, MB, to Regina SK, Yellowknife NT, Edmonton, AB, and finally to Port Alberni, BC, where he retired to a much quieter lifestyle.

Above all things, Dale’s greatest joy was his family, He loved to spend time with his wife, daughter, grandchildren, and great-grandson.

Dale is survived by his loving wife Carla, daughter Dawn Mare Jempson, son in-law Dennis Jempson, grandchildren: Teisha (Chantelle) Asselin, Kelton Jempson (fiancé Chantelle Haines), and Reanna Jempson; great-grandson Isaiah Page-Taddei (his “little man”); siblings: Joyce Castle, Elaine LeLonde, Linda (Blaine) Wakefield, Bill (Cathy) Stephens, and Brenda McLeod; as well as many nieces and nephews.

He was predeceased by his father Frank Stephens in 1974 and his mother Irene Stephens in 1998.

The family would like to give a heartfelt thanks to Dr. R.D. Lund and the Palliative Care Staff of Port Alberni, BC, as well as to the amazing Oncology personnel at the Victoria Caner Clinic for their compassion and exceptional care.

Dale was cremated at Oliver’s Funeral Home in Grande Prairie, AB and had previously asked that his ashes be scattered on Mt. Arrowsmith overlooking the Alberni Valley and his home.

Rest peacefully dear one, for you have left a void that can never be filled. Missing you now and loving you always. Your essence will remain in our hearts till we meet again.

For those who wish to do so, memorial donations may be made on Dale’s behalf to Heart and Stroke of Canada (200, 1212 West Brodway, Vancouver, BC, V6H 3V2).

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June 24, 2021

McPherson Rhoda

I feel your pain and wish to take it from you, my heart is breaking knowing how sad you have been and will for a long time as he has left a hole in your heart that will never close. Just know that I am here for you if you need someone to talk to. Your friend Rhoda
June 24, 2021

morine gerry

Dale will be missed but never forgotten, remember the grief you feel is all the love for Dale with no where to go right now.
June 24, 2021

Whitford Linda

Thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. Dale was great to work with and loved the little ones. RIP my friend.
June 24, 2021

Lelond Tess

We would like to express our deepest condolences. Dale was a very warm and caring man who will be greatly missed. Sincerely Darren, Tess, Mitchell and Gabby Lelond
June 24, 2021

Whitford Richard and Betty

Our warmest thoughts and prayers are with the family at this sad time. It was an honour to have Dale as part of our team as his kindness was extended into many a homes. Dale's laughter will be clearly missed. This is a long journey this time but we will all meet again.
June 24, 2021

Fair Penny

Carla our hearts are with you during this difficult time. Dale was a great man, a hard worker and we like to think a good friend. We know he will be missed. Much love, Charlie and Penny
June 24, 2021

morine gerry

Dale you will forever be in our hearts and memories.
June 24, 2021

Posynick Peter

Carla, Dawn and family. For some reason I went looking for you as you saw. I am totally in disbelief at what I turned on to tonite. Carla u know my thoughts are with you and I will be thinking of all the good times Dale and I had over the years. Please accept my sincere feelings for you and family. I will miss him and I know you know that. I will be in touch.❤️😢 Peter
June 24, 2021

Warford Jennifer

So sorry to hear about Dale....So sorry for your loss Carla and family.
June 24, 2021

Sharma Anshu

Hi Carla, just came to know about Bruce from your Instagram account, and was shocked to know about your greatest loss, May God give you strength to bear it. I know Carla and Bruce for more than 15 years as my next door kind neighbors. May God bless Bruce's soul. RIP
June 24, 2021

kasinskas karen

Dear Carla and Family.....Please know that Dale is at Peace now and with the Angels......Blessings!

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