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Bruce Gordon Yates, of Hanover, passed away at Hanover and District Hospital on Thursday, October 15, 2026. He was 74.
Born in Kitchener, Ontario, to the late Gordon and Cora Mae (Weatherall) Yates. Bruce will be fondly remembered for his love of Shih Tzu dogs, his cherished camping adventures, and his passion for life on the road as an avid truck driver and school bus driver. He also spent 18 years delivering the Toronto Star in Southwestern Ontario, operating a distribution company. Whether behind the wheel or enjoying the peace and beauty of the great outdoors, Bruce made memories that will be treasured by those who knew and loved him.
Sadly missed by his wife Christine (nee Wilson) Yates. Loved father of Jeff (Kathy Becker) Yates, Jerry (Penny) Yates, Kendra MacIntosh, Krystel (Jordan) Edwards, and Landon MacIntosh. Fondly remembered brother of Jean Yates (Robert Brown), Barbara (Larry) Rose, Bernice McCausland, sister in-law Deanna Yates, brother in-law Doug Hartman, and step siblings Marg, Dorothy, Doug, Doreen and George Gorter. Predeceased by his parents, brother Ronald Yates, sister Pat Hartman, step-siblings Doug and Doreen Gorter, brother in-law Don McCausland. Bruce was loved by many, and held a special place in the hearts of his grandchildren, great grandchildren, nieces, nephews, and extended family. Proud grandfather of Keegan, Kaden, Sierra, Chyanne, Landon, Logan, Lilly, Violet, Kyla, Benson & Blaze, Hayley, Griffin, Vivian, Jayden, and Orion, and great grandfather of Jack and Vincent. Bruce will also be fondly remembered and missed by the Gray family.
Visitation will be held at Mighton Funeral Home, Hanover, on Sunday, October 18, 2026, from 2-4 and 7-9 pm. A Funeral Service will be held on Monday, October 19, 2026 at 11 am, at Hanover Missionary Church. Pastor Lyndsay McGregor officiating. Interment to follow in Hanover Cemetery.
For those that are unable to attend, the funeral service will be live streamed directly on the obituary page on our website, and through the Mighton Funeral Home YouTube Channel at: https://www.youtube.com/@MightonFuneralHomeLtd/streams The live stream will start approximately 5-10 minutes prior to the service - at that time, please look for the live video post on the obituary page on our website or the Funeral Home YouTube Channel to join the service. For people unable to join at the time of the service, the live stream video will remain posted and available for viewing afterwards.
Memorial donations to the Grey Bruce Animal Shelter (www.grey-bruceanimalshelter.com/donate.html), Ronald McDonald House – London (ronaldmcdonaldhouseswo.ca/donate/), or the Canadian Cancer Society (cancer.ca/en/) would be appreciated as expressions of sympathy.
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Sending our sincere sympathies and condolences to Chris and the Yates family on the passing of Bruce. May all the good memories shared at this sad time be a source of comfort. May Bruce now rest in peace. God bless!
Love Grace & Bruce
Chris, Landon and family, extending our deepest most heart-felt condolences. May you find comfort and strength in the love and memories you shared. Bruce's sense of humor was always very much appreciated. As he said, he still had all the moves! Keeping you all in my thoughts and prayers.
- Kelly McHaleExtremely sorry to hear that Bruce has passed. As a co-worked at Voyago many waves and smiles were passed back and forth when passing in our buses on the road each day. Bruce was very kind and helpful if he could lend a hand he would certainly offer, and if time allow would stop by my bus window for a little chat before heading home after our runs. Bruce will certainly be missed in the yard Deepest Sympathy to Bruce's family and friends in the unexpected difficult time.
Extremely sorry to hear that Bruce has passed. As a co-worked at Voyago many waves and smiles were passed back and forth when passing in our buses on the road each day. Bruce was very kind and helpful if he could lend a hand her would certainly offer, and if time allow would stop by my bus window for a little chat before heading home after our runs. Bruce will certainly be missed in the yard Deepest Sympathy to Bruce's family and friends in the unexpected difficult time.
To Christine and family
I am sorry for your loss
He was an amazing man
Remember the good times.
Sending hugs 2 u all and you all in my prayers
Luv Shelley Hennig
Bruce was a wonderful man with the biggest heart. He made me smile every time I saw him and always made me feel special. I'm going to miss our daily waves at Holy Family. Rest in peace and know how much you are missed❤️
- Andrea LeenaarsChris & family, we are so very sorry that Bruce was taken far too soon. He was truly one of the kindest, most generous, and caring people we have ever had the honour of knowing and calling a friend. His kindness and friendship touched so many lives, and he will be deeply missed by all who were fortunate enough to know him. Our heartfelt condolences and much love to you and your family during this incredibly difficult time. ❤️
- Kathie & Robb HeyworthBruce was a wonderful kind man, he will be very much missed but never forgotten, looking out the window and towards your trailer not seeing you there ever again it's going to be very difficult, may you rest in peace my friend!!
- Manny, Nativity Santos
