Bruce Edger Brownsberger, 89

Bruce Edger Brownsberger was born Feb. 5, 1932, in Markham, Ontario, Canada. He grew up and went to school in the Markham area.

He then went west to northern Alberta where he met Elaine Yoos, who was working in a bank in Olds, Alberta. While Elaine cashed his checks, she always maintained she did not marry him for his money! The couple was united in marriage on Oct. 1, 1954, in Calgary Alberta. Their union was blessed with six children, twins Brian and Brent, Debra, Kelvin, Carol and Lyle, and 67 years of marriage together.

Bruce’s career eventually brought the family to the states where they settled in Butte, Mont. After a short stay, they relocated to North Idaho. The couple made their home in Dalton Gardens and Hayden where they raised their family. Bruce was a heavy equipment operator and worked for numerous construction companies throughout his career.

Bruce and family spent many memorable years living and working in Banff National Park. After moving to Idaho, he went to work building and maintaining roads throughout the Coeur d’Alene area and for Inland Empire Paper Company. He retired in 1997. After retirement, Bruce and Elaine enjoyed RVing and traveled all over the western United States and Canada. Bruce especially enjoyed time spent with his family and friends.

On Friday, Jan. 28, 2022, at the age of 89 years, Bruce died peacefully surrounded by his family. Bruce is lovingly remembered by his wife, Elaine; five children and their spouses; Brent and Connie, Debbie and Bob Strailman, Kelly and Vera, Carol Ferris, and Lyle and Jacqueline; along with numerous grandchildren, great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren for whom he had great affection.

Bruce is preceded in death by his son, Brian.

Private services are planned. Arrangements are provided by Yates Funeral Home.