Bruce MacAdams

Bruce passed away peacefully on September 22, 2026, at Royal Jubilee Hospital in Victoria, with his two sons, Cameron and Colton, by his side. Bruce is survived by brother Bill (Arlene), sister Kathy (Gregg), numerous nephews and one niece and was predeceased by his parents, Bill and Sybil, his sister Pat and brother Bob.

Bruce’s love of sports was a defining part of his life. He had an absolute love of hockey, both as a staunch fan and as a devoted father. He followed his eldest son’s hockey career passionately, supporting him every step of the way and even travelling to Europe to attend the Nationals. He was also a devoted fan of the Boston Bruins. His loyalty to the Bruins even found its way onto the golf course, where he proudly painted his golf cart in their traditional yellow and black colours.

Bruce also loved baseball, cheering on both the Boston Red Sox and the Los Angeles Dodgers. Sports were more than something to watch or play for Bruce—they were a way of connecting with people, creating friendships and sharing countless good times.

He was an outstanding fastpitch player, proudly playing for the Beaufort Juniors, then the Beaufort Seniors (Chandeliers), and later the Alberni Athletics. As a member of the Alberni Athletics (A’s), Bruce was part of the team that won the BC Championship two years in a row, competing against strong teams from Victoria and Vancouver.

Later, Bruce took on the role of coach, leading a local midget team to victory at the Canadian Nationals, held right here in Port Alberni.

Golf remained another great passion throughout his life. He loved his time on the course and, perhaps even more, the friendships that came with it. His boys were often happy to challenge their dad to a game or two, only to discover that his competitive spirit remained very much intact. They could rarely beat him—and he was probably quite happy to keep it that way.

Bruce spent many summer vacations with family and friends at Sproat Lake. Later, during the winters, when working in Fort McMurray, he would spend his days off travelling to Arizona to play golf. These trips were another reflection of his love of the game, the outdoors, travel, and most of all, the people he shared those experiences with.

Bruce’s love of golf was perhaps most evident in his standing invitation to friends and family to join him for dinner at “Caddy’s Table” at the Alberni Golf Club every Friday night. It was a ritual that brought people together and one that will continue in his memory for years to come.

Bruce was a man of few words, but there was never any doubt about how much he loved his boys, Cameron (Nikayla) and Colton. He was especially proud and overjoyed to become a grandfather to his granddaughter, Sophie—the apple of his eye. There was no hiding his delight. He loved sharing pictures and stories of Sophie with anyone who would listen, and every opportunity to talk about his granddaughter brought a smile and obvious pride.

The number of acquaintances, friendships, and close relationships Bruce made over the years are far too many to put into print. He touched the lives of countless people, and those memories will remain with them.

Bruce’s wishes were that there be no formal memorial service. A private toast among family and friends, shared in his memory, would be much more in keeping with his character.

He will be deeply missed by his family and his many friends. The shock of his passing has left a deep and sorrowful wound, but Bruce will never be forgotten.

Godspeed Bruce