Bruce Bowie Remembered in Edmonton as 630 CHED Mourns a Beloved Broadcasting Voice
Edmonton’s broadcasting community is mourning the loss of Bruce Bowie, a veteran radio host whose voice helped shape local morning radio for decades. Best known as a beloved on-air personality at 630 CHED, Bowie’s passing has prompted an outpouring of tributes from colleagues, listeners, and friends across Alberta and beyond.
Bowie’s career spanned generations of radio audiences. Recognized for his cheerful delivery, sharp wit, and strong connection to local issues, he was widely regarded as one of the station’s legendary “Good Guys,” a title reserved for broadcasters who earned enduring trust and affection from their listeners. His influence extended well beyond the microphone, helping to shape newsroom culture and guiding younger announcers who followed in his footsteps.
Fellow broadcaster Dave Michaels, who worked alongside Bowie, shared a heartfelt tribute, writing that Edmonton had lost a truly special presence. He remembered Bowie as a cheerful, humorous, and insightful morning voice whose professionalism set the standard for local radio excellence.
Others echoed similar sentiments. Cathy Robinson Schoettle expressed deep sorrow at his passing, while longtime collaborator Chris Scheetz described Bowie as the hardest-working and most talented person he had ever worked with. Scheetz also credited Bowie with inspiring a major personal change, including taking up running, a journey that saw the pair log thousands of kilometers together in Edmonton’s river valley and complete two marathons side by side.
Born in Piapot, Saskatchewan, Bowie studied Chemical Technology at SAIT before discovering his passion for radio, reflecting the unconventional paths many broadcasters of his era took into media. Colleagues noted that his Christian values quietly shaped his kindness, humility, and consistency, qualities that resonated both on air and in daily life.
At a time when radio faces growing competition from digital platforms, Bowie’s legacy serves as a reminder of the enduring importance of local voices. His ability to connect authentically with listeners helped build community trust, an increasingly rare quality in modern media.
As Edmonton reflects on his passing, one message stands out clearly: Bruce Bowie was more than a broadcaster. He was a familiar, steady presence in everyday life, someone whose voice became part of the city’s rhythm. As Chris Scheetz reflected, just like the classic car Bowie loved, there will never be another quite like him.
