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Bruce Earl Gates

1952-2019

Bruce Earl Gates

Bruce Earl Gates – 67, of Dartmouth, passed away on Wednesday, December 11, 2019 in the Dartmouth General Hospital. Born in Kentville, he was the son of the late Bruce and Mildred (Langille) Gates. Bruce was a kind and generous man who loved to bake. For several years, he was employed as a head baker in Hubbard's NS. In his early years, Bruce also loved walking, cycling, dancing and country music. Throughout his lifetime, he was blessed with an amazing group of friends and extended family. He is survived by his wife, Grace Stevenson-Gates; a daughter, Sarah Gates (Rochelle Braganza); a granddaughter, Ella; a step-daughter-in-law, Marisa Wright; step-grandchildren, Whitney, Katrina and Atarah; step great grandchildren, Hunter and Jace; several nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by a step-son, Stephen Regan. Cremation has taken place and there will be no visitation by request. It is with broken hearts that we say goodbye to Bruce, however, we all take great comfort in knowing he is now at peace. Please join us to celebrate his life on Saturday, December 21, 2019 at 11:00 a.m. in the White Family Funeral Home, Kentville. A reception will be held at the Meadowview Community Center. Donations may be made to the family. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to the White Family Funeral Home and Cremation Services, Kentville. 

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Service Date
Saturday, December 21, 2019
Service Time
11:00 a.m.
Service Location
White Family Funeral Home, Kentville

Visitation
There will be no visitation, by request

Requested Charity
Donations may be made to the family