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Dr. Lloyd Brubacher

May 30, 2022

Unexpectedly on Monday, May 30, 2022, Dr. Lloyd Brubacher, of London, Ontario, entered into the arms of his loving Saviour, in his 83rd year. Lloyd is survived by his loving wife of 58 years, Edelene. Cherished father of Diane (Scott) Pifer, Dawn (Dave) Kruk and Deb (Rod) Hart. Also adored by his grandchildren Jaimee, Shayne (Meg), Mike (Nicole), Ryan (Steph), Sarah (Craig), Cailey (Mike), Devon and Gannon. Blessed with five great-grandchildren: Miles, Logan, Ava, Kinsley and Jayden. Loving brother of Lewis (Lois) Brubacher and Eva (Jim) Good. Predeceased by his parents, Abner Brubacher and Arminta (Brubacher) Honsberger; stepfather Ralph Honsberger; siblings: Agnes, Eileen, Mary, Dorothy, Vernon, Marjorie; and his step-siblings. Lloyd practiced as a family physician in Ilderton for 53 years. He was well-loved and respected by many for his kindness, compassion and warm-hearted commitment. His love for God was evident in every aspect of his life. He will be dearly missed by his family and friends. A celebration of his life will be held on Friday, June 10, 2022 at 1:00 p.m. at WestPark Church, 955 Gainsborough Road, London. The memorial service will be livestreamed for those unable to attend:

https://youtu.be/eD5XsjRz88Q

In lieu of flowers, those wishing to make a donation in memory of Lloyd are asked to consider Teen Challenge Canada – Ontario Men’s Centre.

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Our sincere condolences on Dr.Brubacher's passing. He was our brother Richard's doctor for years, and I know our parents always appreciated his kindness and attentiveness. He has left a special legacy!

~ TerVrugt Family (Richard, Willemina, Raquelle, Julie and Richard)

We are so sorry to learn of Lloyd's passing and wish to send sincere sympathy to his family who will be missing him deeply. Edelene, after 58 years this is such a loss for you. Diane, Dawn & Deb, we always need our Dad, especially daughters. Know of our love for you at this time and prayers for Our Lord's Comfort and Strength. Lloyd ministered to our family years ago at Camp Iawah. We are very grateful for his kind Dr ways for us personally. What a blessing to know we shall be together again.

~ Beverley & Don Barrett

Dr. Brubacher and Dr. Meredith delivered my brother and I in 1968 in 1970. My brother and I are thankful to have been delivered by talented loving doctors. Dr. Brubacher was the example of a real doctor, A caring man that embraced his career and he will be missed, I am thankful to have been brought into this world by such grace and professionalism.

~ June McAlpine-Lindenfield

dear Edeline, Im so sorry to read of Lloyds passing. Remembering him as a gentle soul, and a great neighbour! hope you are finding comfort and are surrounded in love. Linda Rice

~ Linda Rice

Dear Edelene & Family. I was sorry to learn of Lloyd’s passing. I attended the funeral today and was moved by those who spoke about Lloyd. He truly was a wonderful man. I always enjoyed meeting up with you and Lloyd after Sunday church service. Thank you to you and Lloyd for always inviting me to join you for lunch after church. He will be truly missed. Love Karen. 🙏🏻💕

~ Karen Burgess

I was sorry to hear of Dr. Brubacher passing. I was a patient of his for over forty years and always found him to be kind and helpful. He always had that extra few mins. to listen to you. He will be missed by family and his many former patients.God less.

~ Marjorie Mccarthy

Dr Brubacher brought life into our family and was my life saver in my later life. Thanks for your kindness, your caring attitude and your expertise throughout the years our family were your clients. Glad you were enjoying your retirement years

~ Sharleen Phillips

Dawn, Dave and Family, So sorry to have heard the sad new on Dad's passing. Please accept our sincere condolences and know you are all in our thoughts and prayers at this time. May you keep all the memories of Dad with you always. Bill Smith & Family And all your Friends at Electrozad

~ William C Smith

So sad to hear the passing of Dr. Brubacher, he touched the lives of so many people and will be missed by many. Hoping that the memories you hold in your hearts will give you strength to get through these difficult days.

~ Heather Bice

My sincere condolences to all of Dr. Brubacher’s family. He was a knowledgeable, kind and caring doctor . We all had great respect for him and missed him when he finally decided to retire from practicing at the Nursing home. He truly was a gentleman and it was a privilege to have worked with him. Wishing you all comfort and strength at this difficult time.

~ Sharon Molnar

Dawn, Dave and Family Please accept our deepest condolences for your loss. Your family is in our thoughts as you grieve this loss.

~ Crystal and James Taylor

Very sorry to hear of the passing of Dr. Brubacher. He was a wonderful and dedicated physician and also a great teacher. He provided excellent care to his patients. I was lucky enough to do my family medicine rotation in medical school in Ilderton with Dr. Brubacher and Dr. Meredith and remember going out on house calls with him. My deepest condolences to his family.

~ Charlotte McDonald

It was a privilege to know Dr. Brubacher. He was a very kind and considerate man and touched many lives I'm sure. My deepest condolences to the family and my thoughts are with you.

~ Cathy Ward-Rollinson

Our loss, Heaven's gain. Dr. Brubacher was our Family Dr. when we were children. All of his loved ones have been blessed, and will keep you in our prayers. Rest in the peace of Christ, Dr. Brubacher.

~ Rose McInnis

Dear Edelene, A sympathy card has been forwarded. However, due to aging, myopathy and poor balance, we will not be able to attend Lloyd's memorial service on Friday. Our thoughts and prayers will be with you and your family. Sincerely, Ed and Barb Meads

~ Dr. Ed & Barb Meads

Dr. B, wow, what a shock. He was my dr and our family doc for years. His compassion, caring nature, and his knowledge helped us medically and personally through the years. He was one of the last of the "old time" doctors. He took care and visited my mom when she was ill at her home when she couldn 't make it in. My sincere condolences to the Brubacher family and may you know that his legacy will live on.

~ Sharon Clarke ( Syrie)

Sending our sincere condolences to all of Dr. Brubacher’s family. He was a kind caring doctor who took care of our families health issues. We missed him when he left the Ilderton practice.

~ Clarke and Grace Rollings

Sending our deepest condolences to Edelene and the Brubacher family. We were so blessed to have Lloyd sing with Choral Connection and enjoyed his musicianship and encouraging words. We will miss him. Hugh and Lucy

~ Hugh and Lucy Van Pelt

I wish to extend my sincere sympathy to all Dr Brubacher family. The Ilderton community will always remember him as a well-respected caring family doctor. Doris Loft Thoughts are with you all during this difficult time. He truly was a great person and a wonderful doctor and it was a pleasure to have known him. Ann (Loft) Charlton

~ Doris Loft and Ann (Loft) Charlton

Dr. Brubacher was an incredible GP. He took care of me for my first 25 years until I moved to a different city. His kindness and compassion for my entire family did not go unnoticed. His passing saddens me deeply. My greatest condolences to his family.

~ Miranda Rieger (Syrie)

Dear Edelene, Diane, Dawn, Deb and families My deepest condolences on the passing of your cherished husband, father and grandfather. Lloyd had been my doctor for years until he retired. I also had the pleasure of working with him for mutual patients when I was a visiting nurse. He always had a smile on his face and time for a chat. May your love and memoreis carry you through this difficult time. God bless.

~ Kim and Steve Bowman

Dawn & Dave, Very sorry to hear about your Father as you both spoke of him with great pride and admiration. Please accept our condolences and think of the happier times together with him.

~ Jamie & Lewis Mitchell

To Edelene and all of the family, Expressing our most since and deepest condolences on the recent passing of Lloyd. May the Good Lord comfort and encourage you at this time of grieving as you reflect on fond memories of a life well lived. God Bless Jim and Shelley Goerz (Jim is Edelene’s Cousin)

~ Jim Goerz

My condolences to the family. Dr Brubacher was a wonderful man and always showed warmth, compassion and took great care of our health. I really missed him when he retired and am saddened to hear of his passing.

~ Kim Drew

Dear Edelene and Brubacher family, My heartfelt condolences to you all at the loss of Lloyd. He was my family's doctor along with Dr. Meredith for the 53 years that he practiced medicine. I will remember Lloyd as a kind, humourous, patient, and Godly man who will be greatly missed. Sincerely, Cydna Mercer

~ Cydna Mercer

We were sorry to read about the death of Dr. Brubacher. We were so lucky to have him and Dr. Meredith as our family doctors. They took such good care of us and always greeted us with a warm smile and never rushed us if we needed time. I was first introduced to Dr. Brubacher when he stepped in for Dr. Meredith to deliver our first son 44 years ago. Then Dr. Meredith stepped in for him 3 years later to deliver our second son. They were a great team. Our deepest sympathies and thank you to Dr. Brubacher's family.

~ Ron and Leslie Smith, London

Lloyd was always there to talk to. He showed me all sides of medicine. The business side, the caring, and time management. He and Ray, with open arms, allowed me to work there right out of residence while we decided where we would settle down. When we moved to northern Alberta and would come home to visit, he always had time to sit and talk about how life was going. I heard he does on the golf course. Probably after pulling an 8 iron out of his bag to hit a 180 yard approach onto the centre of the green. Everyone else using a 5.

~ Mark Brown

Dear Edelene and family, My thoughts and prayers are with you all as you mourn this sudden loss of Lloyd. To me, Lloyd was always one of my "much older" cousins whom I admired. I remember first meeting you, Edelene, when you came to the Brubacher farm with Lloyd. I was starstruck with this amazingly beautiful newcomer to the family! Even though our contact has been infrequent over the years, it was always good to see you at family events - sadly mostly at funerals. Nevertheless I always very much appreciated your and Lloyd's presence. It is indeed an enormous loss in our extended family and I cannot imagine the sorrow you are all feeling. Wishing you peace, comfort, and many cleansing tears as you celebrate his life and treasure all of whom he was/is to you! love, Lorrie Brubacher and Dan Perlman

~ Lorrie Brubacher

Dear Edelene and family, It is with great sorry that we have heard about Lloyd’s passing. Howard will always remember Lloyd as a class mate at Rockway Mennonite high school. We cherish times with you and Lloyd and your family. We have precious memories of visits to your home, and cottage, Vero Beach etc. Lloyd will be loving remembered, such an amazing man. Sending hugs to all of you. God bless all of you and may He sustain you through at this difficult time. Much love, 💐💐💐💐

~ Howard and Barb Shantz

I curled with Lloyd at the Ilderton Curling Club for the past 5 years and will miss the kind gentleman with a subtle sense of humour that I got to know. See you later Lloyd and keep your game up, cause I know we'll be able to put a team together.

~ Steve Phinnemore

We were fortunate to be patients of Lloyd for many years at the clinic in Ilderton. He was such a wonderful caring doctor, so patient with our children, and looking after all our medical needs, even making home visits at times. He will be missed by all. Rest In Peace Loyd, The Chattington family

~ Stella Chattington

To the Brubacher Family: We were patients of Dr Brubacher’s Ilderton practice for many years. He was a caring and kind. Please accept our condolences.May God bless you. Shelley and Jim McKeen

~ Shelley McKeen

Sending my condolences to Dr. Brubachers Family. Dr. Brubacher was our Family Doctor for many years. He was so kind and caring, filled with empathy always. He was always professional and full of knowledge when it came to healthcare. We were blessed to have him and our Doctor.l for so many years. He will be missed. He touched so many peoples hearts. He loved God and lived his life serving him in many ways. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.

~ Kelly Hack

We are surprised and saddened to read of Lloyd’s passing. Lloyd and Edelene were among our closest of friends in our early married life (married same year and day). We shared life together— midnight tobogganing New Years Eve, sharing in childcare, regular curling, swimming in their pool, vacationing together. Lloyd was a wise and generous man, caring father who lived life well. In all of life, he lived out a resilient faith in Christ. He will be much missed. Our hearts go out to Edelene, to Diane, to Dawn, and Debra, as well as to their spouses and families.

~ Ed and Jan Stuckey

Thinking of you at this time. Hugs to all.

~ Cathy and Jud Lee and Family

We have for many years considered Lloyd, Edelene and their three daughters to be more than just friends. We travelled together, we went to the cottage and Lloyd and I played a lot of golf together. We were beyond heartbroken to hear of his passing and have the entire family in our prayers. God bless all of the family and extended family.

~ Dan & Lori Shuttleworth

We are so so sad to hear of Lloyds passing, and wish to send our heartfelt sympathy and love to you and your family. 💕💕

~ Wendy and Fred Norman

Edelene and family, We were truly shocked and saddened to learn of Lloyd's passing. Our thoughts and prayers go out to you and your whole family. Lloyd was such a nice man who always had a great smile. He was a great friend to our family and he will be missed. Brenda, David, Tyler and Kiersten Waugh

~ Brenda and David Waugh

To the Family...We are so very heart broken to read this..We met Lloyd and Edelene in Florida..Lloyd was such a kind friend to us. Our sincere condolences to the Family.

~ Dennis & Leslee Fdiler

His kindness and compassion I saw each day I worked with him. He could also make hard decisions when needed even if it wasn’t the most popular one. I really respected him. I am sorry he has left us.

~ Nancy Naylor (Koprowski)

Dear Edeline and family I am so sorry to hear about Lloyd's passing. He was such a compassionate and wonderful man whose faith was very important to him. I have so many nice memories of Lloyd over the years beginning with the fun times in arbor Glen. You were both such good neighbors and I was fortunate to have you as friends. May the happy memories you have shared over the years help to heal the pain in your heart. Please accept my deepest condolences.

~ Sandra Dunning

Our sincere condolences to the family of Dr. Lloyd Brubacher. My fondest memories of my cousin Lloyd (his father Abner and my father Curtis were brothers) are from 1955 when he was in Grade 11 at Rockway Collegiate in Kitchener. That year he spent the weekends living with us on our dairy farm north of Waterloo in order to earn some money by helping out with the farm chores. My (late) younger brother Moe and I (ages 7 and 9) admired our "big cousin" Lloyd because he always made time to play a few games of hockey with us on our newly acquired "hockey board game". And he ALWAYS won! I attribute my competitive spirit in school and in sports to Lloyd's influence. May he Rest In Peace.

~ Sanford Brubacher & Colette Minion

To Dr. Brubacher’s family; He was a kind and generous person. Someone who went above and beyond to care for others. It was a pleasure to know him.

~ John & Mary Walls

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