Message from Annette Lemire

Barb,
I am so sorry to hear of Len's passing. I was fortunate enough to work briefly with him while I was at the Office of the Chief Medical Officer of Health. Len was so warm and gentle - and always had a smile. Thinking of you and sending you a warm hug. Love, Annette

A candle was lit by St. Albert on September 8, 2017 3:19 PM

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Dear Barb,
I was surprised to hear of Len's sudden death, and heartbroken for you. I remember when we first met and you told me the story of meeting "my cowboy". It spoke of your deep love and respect for each other. We're praying for comfort for you at this time.
Barbara and Eldon

Message from Sheila Buehler

Dear Barb, My heartfelt condolences. I worked with him in the St. Albert Constituency office and it was a most memorable time in my life. Lens humour, his patience and his drive for a better world was and still is an inspiration for me. I have thought of the both of you often over the years and know he will be greatly missed. Sheila Buehler

Message from Ross and Debbie Ives

Dear Barb, our hearts break for you as you mourn the loss of your dear husband and best friend. Len was such a wonderful man and the world is poorer without him. Although we have been out of touch we have always remembered both of you with deep admiration and love. May God give you strength and comfort until you can be together again forever.

Message from Anna Rodger, St Albert

Heartfelt condolences go out to Barb and the family of Len Bracko.
May the Lord give you strength and comfort you in the difficult times ahead.
He will be sadly missed.

Message from Ted Burrell, SAHS 1983 alumnus

I was one of his former students in his Canadian Geography and Social Studies classes in high school. He found humor in many situations, helping us to overcome our sad moods and look forward to new challenges as he faced them. Len will be best remembered for his bag joke. RIP Len, you will be missed.

Message from Doug Horner

I will always remember Len for his desire to do what was right, not always the popular. I will remember his caring attitude to all those who worked with him. He was a true servant of the public and leaves a strong legacy of public service. He was one of a kind and will be missed.

Message from Brent & Ellen Hodgins

Dear Barb: Brent and I were so very sorry to hear about Len's passing. Len was 'one of the good guys' and his legacy will live on. He was a great role model.
Brent & Ellen Hodgins.

Message from Garry Melnyk

As a reporter covering St. Albert city council meetings for MG 1200 radio Len was always a good person to interview. Always willing to take a few moments to discuss, detail or clarify issues that came up for discussion. Len and Barb lived for many years on the next crescent and he'd always give a cheerful hello if we crossed paths in the neighbourhood or elsewhere. A fine man.

Message from Randy Duguay

My condolences to Barb and family on the loss of Len Bracko. I am sure Len will be greatly missed by all he touched through his life, and he has left an incredible legacy of service throughout his life. I first met Len, and Barb - through Banff International Christmas in 1986 and Len had served so remarkably. My thoughts are with you.

Message from Edmonton

Hi Barb,
My thoughts and prayers are with you and although it has been a few years many memories of Len, kind, gentle and patient but with quite a sense of humour. As wrangler and leader " Shifty" influenced many young and old campers at Pioneer.

Take care, Bonnie Patterson-Payne

Message from Walter Watson

I first became friends with Len in 1963 where we both attended Lethbridge Junior College. When we continued university in Edmonton he got me to attend Fellowship Baptist Church, and it was his quiet friendship more than anyone else's influence that led me to become a Christian. While we hadn't been in touch for a long time, I have always liked and respected him, with gratitude for his influence in my life. May God bless his wife, his sisters and brothers, and all those who loved him.

Message from St.albert

My heart goes out to the whole Bracko family as you mourn the passing of a great man.I would see him in the halls of st.albert high school and we would chat and he was the most warm and funny guy I know.
May God keep you strong in this time of loss.
Martin Patrick 1985 class St.Albert catholic high school.

Message from Marlene LaSota

Dear Barb, My heart goes out to you on this sad event. Len was a wonderful man and I know that God has something special for him.

I am sending you a hug, Marlene

Message from Edmonton

Very sorry to hear of Len's sudden passing. I remember him as a terrific mentor and leader through IVCF and PioneerCamps in the mid 70's and November rodeo parties. Norman Hill

A candle was lit by Martha and Walt huber on August 26, 2017 8:53 AM

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Len was a kind and true friend and will be missed
Our prayers are with you in your sorrowful

Message from Martha and Walt

Our prayers are with you in your loss
Len was a kind and true person we were fortunate to meet
Martha and Walt huber

Message from Colleen Densmore

Dear Barb,
I am so sorry to hear about Len's passing. I know that you both had hoped for many more years together. Yours truly, Colleen Densmore, Edmonton

Message from Peter and Terry Holt

We will not be able to attend the memorial, but want you to know, Barb, that you are in our prayers. We first met Len at a bible camp near Sundre where he was in charge of the horses. What a wonderful man.

Message from Alice Northcott

Dear Barb, I am so sad to hear of Len's sudden passing. You and he were surely blessed to have each other, true life-mates. I pray that you will know God's deepest comfort and care now and in the time to come. May peace, God's peace, packed down and overflowing be upon you now and forevermore. Amen. With love, Alice

Message from Cairine MacDonald

When I counselled at Pioneer Ranch Camp in the summer of 1969, "Shifty" was one of the wranglers who accompanied the girls and myself on a multi day trip into the Rockies on horseback. His humour and wisdom around the campfire, not to mention the practical skills we relied upon daily, made the trip memorable. There were some tough issues faced by our young charges. I particularly remember a conversation with a young teen who had been sent to camp for abusing drugs. Shifty fortified her sense of independence and self esteem while she cooked marshmallows over the fire. He also led in our Bible studies and discussions. He was a great colleague and friend!

Message from Deb Elm

Barb, Colleen, Marlene and Louie,
I was saddened to hear about your loss. I remember Len to be a kind and gentle man. There was peace and steadfastness in his presence.
Deb Elm

Message from Virginia Allarie

Dear Barb, I am so very shocked and saddened to hear about Len. I am thinking of you at this very difficult time. Love Virginia

Message from St. Albert

What an honour to know and have met such an amazing man. He will be greatly missed in St Albert. I am so sorry to hear about your loss.
Julie Russell and family

Message from marilyn steblyk

Mr. Bracko was an inspiration to our sons as their social teacher.
I admired his willing and tireless volunteering in struggling places.
We missed his friendliness at mass on Sundays at Holy Family when he moved away.
A life well lived!

A candle was lit by Kathi and Doug Davis on August 24, 2017 3:59 PM

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Our hearts are saddened at Len's departure from us. And we know that God was his Pilot, and Len has gone to meet his Pilot face to face. So, God speed, Len! We will miss you more than words can say. Our prayers for you, Barb, are rising daily like incense, praying for strength for each day. May God hold you close. Love you so much!

Message from Jocelyne Durocher

My heartfelt condolences to you Barb, and the rest of Len's family. I have known Len since his first year of teaching. I was a student... We later worked as volunteers at the same events from time to time, and I loved running into him in and around St. Albert. He influenced a lot of people...me included. Rest in peace Len.

A candle was lit by Jocelyne Durocher on August 24, 2017 2:37 PM

Message from Linda

I feel blessed to have known such a friendly and gentle man. He was a joy to play Pickleball with. Just an all around great guy who will be missed by many

Message from Marcel and Olive Doucet

Our condolences to Barb and family, I worked with Len when we were involved in the French Immersion Program in St. Albert. We have the utmost respect for Len, a man that beleive in good in all people. May the good Lord look after him

A candle was lit by Susan Wickett on August 23, 2017 5:03 PM

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Barb,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.
Susan & Murray