BOYD Lieut. - Colonel Bruce Howard
CD, PEng, MSc
Bruce Boyd was born on September 24, 1929 in Toronto. Died peacefully in his sleep on July 18, 2012. Survived by his beloved wife Bernice; daughter Heather and son Bruce. Col. Boyd enrolled at RMC (3019) in 1949 and graduated in 1953. Subsequent Bachelor's and Master's degrees from the University of Toronto in Engineering and a distinguished career as a professional engineer. Continuous service in the Canadian Forces reserve from 1953 to 1983. Commanded 45th Technical Squadron RCEME, 709 (TOR) Communications Regiment for a five year term. Further service as Chief Instructor, Field Officer Qualifications for Central Area. A funeral service will be held at 12:00 p.m. on Wednesday, July 25 at the Morley Bedford Funeral Home, 159 Eglinton Ave. West (2 lights west of Yonge St.) In lieu of flowers, please send donations in memory of Col. Bruce Boyd to Royal Canadian Legion Fort York Branch #165 at 4900 Yonge Street, Toronto, ON M2N 3G2.