WARTON, Robert 'Bruce'

11/10/1943 – 27/02/2022

Cherished husband of Marj

Loving father and father-in-law of Andrew and Lyndall, Fiona, Alison and Jason, and friend of Doug

Loved grandfather of Abbey, Emily, Ruby and Lucy

Loving son of Frederick and Lorna (both deceased)

Adored brother of Barbara

Respected and remembered by many

In God’s Care

A recording of Bruce's Memorial Service will be available from 10am Saturday (5/3/22) - click to Streaming Services tab above for access or CLICK HERE

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Friday March 04, 2022, 2:00pm

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With sincere condolences to Bruce’s family and friends.
I have only just seen his passing away notice, as I searched for him to ask for his medical aid for my daughter, who was delivered into the world by him 33 years ago. A search for his wisdom.
I came to know him through strange circumstances and was delighted by his gentle manner and kindness. What a privilege.
My fondest memory is sitting in a Nusing chair at the hospital holding my new baby, when wearing his uniform Bruce strolled into the sunlight nursery, said hello and took a seat next to me as we quietly looked at the view. He enquired after a while about us and left. That peaceful moment was magical.
Such sadness to know the world has lost this beautiful human.
I look forward to meeting him on my return home to God’s care.
Thank you Bruce for all your worth

Lyn Wilbrink
September 06, 2023 2:58 pm
A late tribute but very sincere despite this. Bruce was a highly respected and valued friend and colleague. I keenly sought his knowledge and advice. My sincere condolences to Marj and his family.

Alison Maclean
September 02, 2022 1:17 pm
So sad to hear of Bruce’s death. Condolences to Marj, Andrew, Fiona and Alison and their families.
Friends from North Balwyn
Ghillie and Keith Thompson

Ghillie Thompson
March 08, 2022 12:35 pm
Bruce and I only knew each other for a few years in Port Fairy, but we developed a firm friendship over shared interests which included military experiences, splitting firewood and Wednesday get togethers. I will miss his positivity, his decency and those bright eyes of his. Sincere condolences to Marj and the family. Paul and Lynne Williams, Rosebrook

Paul And Lynne Williams
March 04, 2022 9:20 am
Marj, we were so sorry to learn of the passing away of your husband. Please know that we are thinking of you.

Penny And Naida Port Fairy CWA
March 04, 2022 8:03 am
I was privileged to work with Bruce for an extended period of his professional career. He was a person of impeccable integrity, dedication and aspiration to skills advancement and the well being of others. A man of deep thought and action.

Underneath this rare resilient and disciplined character was a person most generous of heart and most loving towards his family.

Bruce, may you rest in peace after a life lived to the full and for the enduring legacy left to those around you.

Joseph Zanca
March 04, 2022 7:39 am
Dear Marj, so sorry to hear of Bruce’s passing. Our thoughts are with you and your family. Love Annette & Lance Mason

Annette Mason
March 03, 2022 11:17 pm
A wonderful friend that has left us with so many treasured memories of the roads we have travelled. Our thoughts are with the all of the family.

Enid And Adrian Smith
March 03, 2022 7:28 pm
A great man and a great friend for 65 years .
We had a lot of fun and many laughs together.
Our thoughts are with Marj and the family
Orm and Ruth

Orm Thomas
March 03, 2022 5:07 pm
Fond memories of one of nature’s true gentlemen. A wonderful doctor and friend. Condolences to Marjorie,Andrew, Fiona, Alison and their families. Our thoughts are with you at this sad and difficult time.

Sue & Ian Buszard
March 03, 2022 1:55 pm
Saddened to hear this news. Bruce (Col/Boss)was a gentleman and led with kindness, strength and knowledge.

Jan Rice AM, Col(ret)
March 02, 2022 5:35 pm
Bruce was a highly regarded medical administrator and leader but more than that he was a wise counsellor and steadfast support to his colleagues. I am forever grateful for the sage advice he gave me when I was a new Director of Medical Services many years ago, and for his friendship over two decades since.
I also note his many years of faithful service to the nation onshore and overseas as a Medical Officer in the Australian Army.
Victoria's Chief Medical Officers and Directors of Medical Services have lost a dear friend.
Vale Bruce

John Elcock
March 02, 2022 9:25 am
My deepest condolences to Bruce's family -a wonderful kind man and great friend who did great stuff in the medical management area in Victorian hospitals
Dr Humsha Naidoo

HUMSHA NAIDOO
March 02, 2022 9:13 am
Dear Bruce will be sadly missed by all. He was a wonderfully kind and considerate man who always had time for advice or a chat. He did a lot of good in his life.
Our love goes to Marj, Andrew, Fiona, Alison and their families.
Roger, Claire and Pip.

Roger & Claire Bourne
March 01, 2022 8:58 pm
The Wharf @ Port Fairy expresses its condolences to Marji and family on the passing of Bruce he will be sadly missed by all and it was always great seeing him at the restaurant
Wayne & Sean and The Wharf @ Port Fairy

Sean Malady
March 01, 2022 5:57 pm
Deepest sympathy to Marj and family. One of life's gentleman. An honour to care for him. RIP Bruce.

Virginia Peterson
March 01, 2022 4:19 pm
Bruce was always a calm, considerate and caring friend and colleague. We shared a common undergraduate and specialist career, attended conferences and travels together. He was an excellent obstetrician and gynaecologist and in his later career, an equally good medical administrator. Sadly he left us just a few months short of the 55th reunion of our graduation. Our thoughts and sympathies to Marj and the Warton Family. John and Jan Campbell

JOHN CAMPBELL
March 01, 2022 2:33 pm
Port Fairy Medical Clinic expresses condolences to Marg and family on Bruce's passing.
We have affection and respect for him as a colleague,but also deeply appreciate his interest in and past contribution to the governance of Port Fairy Hospital.

Andrew Gault
March 01, 2022 12:02 pm
Port Fairy Medical Clinic expresses condolences to Marg and family on Bruce's passing.
We have affection and respect for him as a colleague, but also deeply appreciate his interest in and past contribution to the governance of Port Fairy Hospital.

Andrew Gault
March 01, 2022 12:00 pm

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19 responses to “WARTON Robert ‘Bruce’”

Lyn Wilbrink says:

September 6, 2023 at 2:58 pm

With sincere condolences to Bruce’s family and friends.
I have only just seen his passing away notice, as I searched for him to ask for his medical aid for my daughter, who was delivered into the world by him 33 years ago. A search for his wisdom.
I came to know him through strange circumstances and was delighted by his gentle manner and kindness. What a privilege.
My fondest memory is sitting in a Nusing chair at the hospital holding my new baby, when wearing his uniform Bruce strolled into the sunlight nursery, said hello and took a seat next to me as we quietly looked at the view. He enquired after a while about us and left. That peaceful moment was magical.
Such sadness to know the world has lost this beautiful human.
I look forward to meeting him on my return home to God’s care.
Thank you Bruce for all your worth
Alison Maclean says:

September 2, 2022 at 1:17 pm

A late tribute but very sincere despite this. Bruce was a highly respected and valued friend and colleague. I keenly sought his knowledge and advice. My sincere condolences to Marj and his family.
Ghillie Thompson says:

March 8, 2022 at 12:35 pm

So sad to hear of Bruce’s death. Condolences to Marj, Andrew, Fiona and Alison and their families.
Friends from North Balwyn
Ghillie and Keith Thompson
Paul and Lynne Williams says:

March 4, 2022 at 9:20 am

Bruce and I only knew each other for a few years in Port Fairy, but we developed a firm friendship over shared interests which included military experiences, splitting firewood and Wednesday get togethers. I will miss his positivity, his decency and those bright eyes of his. Sincere condolences to Marj and the family. Paul and Lynne Williams, Rosebrook
Penny and Naida Port Fairy CWA says:

March 4, 2022 at 8:03 am

Marj, we were so sorry to learn of the passing away of your husband. Please know that we are thinking of you.
Joseph Zanca says:

March 4, 2022 at 7:39 am

I was privileged to work with Bruce for an extended period of his professional career. He was a person of impeccable integrity, dedication and aspiration to skills advancement and the well being of others. A man of deep thought and action.

Underneath this rare resilient and disciplined character was a person most generous of heart and most loving towards his family.

Bruce, may you rest in peace after a life lived to the full and for the enduring legacy left to those around you.
Annette Mason says:

March 3, 2022 at 11:17 pm

Dear Marj, so sorry to hear of Bruce’s passing. Our thoughts are with you and your family. Love Annette & Lance Mason
Enid and Adrian Smith says:

March 3, 2022 at 7:28 pm

A wonderful friend that has left us with so many treasured memories of the roads we have travelled. Our thoughts are with the all of the family.
Orm Thomas says:

March 3, 2022 at 5:07 pm

A great man and a great friend for 65 years .
We had a lot of fun and many laughs together.
Our thoughts are with Marj and the family
Orm and Ruth
Sue & Ian Buszard says:

March 3, 2022 at 1:55 pm

Fond memories of one of nature’s true gentlemen. A wonderful doctor and friend. Condolences to Marjorie,Andrew, Fiona, Alison and their families. Our thoughts are with you at this sad and difficult time.
Jan Rice AM, Col(ret) says:

March 2, 2022 at 5:35 pm

Saddened to hear this news. Bruce (Col/Boss)was a gentleman and led with kindness, strength and knowledge.
John Elcock says:

March 2, 2022 at 9:25 am

Bruce was a highly regarded medical administrator and leader but more than that he was a wise counsellor and steadfast support to his colleagues. I am forever grateful for the sage advice he gave me when I was a new Director of Medical Services many years ago, and for his friendship over two decades since.
I also note his many years of faithful service to the nation onshore and overseas as a Medical Officer in the Australian Army.
Victoria’s Chief Medical Officers and Directors of Medical Services have lost a dear friend.
Vale Bruce
HUMSHA NAIDOO says:

March 2, 2022 at 9:13 am

My deepest condolences to Bruce’s family -a wonderful kind man and great friend who did great stuff in the medical management area in Victorian hospitals
Dr Humsha Naidoo
Roger & Claire Bourne says:

March 1, 2022 at 8:58 pm

Dear Bruce will be sadly missed by all. He was a wonderfully kind and considerate man who always had time for advice or a chat. He did a lot of good in his life.
Our love goes to Marj, Andrew, Fiona, Alison and their families.
Roger, Claire and Pip.
Sean Malady says:

March 1, 2022 at 5:57 pm

The Wharf @ Port Fairy expresses its condolences to Marji and family on the passing of Bruce he will be sadly missed by all and it was always great seeing him at the restaurant
Wayne & Sean and The Wharf @ Port Fairy
Virginia Peterson says:

March 1, 2022 at 4:19 pm

Deepest sympathy to Marj and family. One of life’s gentleman. An honour to care for him. RIP Bruce.
JOHN CAMPBELL says:

March 1, 2022 at 2:33 pm

Bruce was always a calm, considerate and caring friend and colleague. We shared a common undergraduate and specialist career, attended conferences and travels together. He was an excellent obstetrician and gynaecologist and in his later career, an equally good medical administrator. Sadly he left us just a few months short of the 55th reunion of our graduation. Our thoughts and sympathies to Marj and the Warton Family. John and Jan Campbell
Andrew Gault says:

March 1, 2022 at 12:02 pm

Port Fairy Medical Clinic expresses condolences to Marg and family on Bruce’s passing.
We have affection and respect for him as a colleague,but also deeply appreciate his interest in and past contribution to the governance of Port Fairy Hospital.
Andrew Gault says:

March 1, 2022 at 12:00 pm

Port Fairy Medical Clinic expresses condolences to Marg and family on Bruce’s passing.
We have affection and respect for him as a colleague, but also deeply appreciate his interest in and past contribution to the governance of Port Fairy Hospital.