[From the Ontario District's newsletter, The Trillium, issue 59-01, January - March, 2005 , Waldo Redekop, editor.]

Bruce Gripton
1945—2005

By Doug Davis

Bruce Gripton, a 37-year Society member, passed away February 26, 2005. He held many offices in the London Chapter, including twice being president of the chapter. He also was awarded London’s most prestigious award, that of Joe Barbershopper.

Bruce always was the moving force behind the organization and operation of London’s hospitality rooms at district conventions. He was a fine lead who competed at the district level with the London Men of Accord as well as several quartets.

As one of ten original founders of the Harmony Woods Recreation Club, Bruce will be fondly remembered by all Harmony Woods members, as well as many Ontario District Barbershoppers. k