Bruce Covernton Wife, Barb Higgins, Married, Divorce, Children

A former Calgary Stampeders offensive lineman and 2 time Grey Cup champion Bruce Covernton passed away at the age of 57 on 23 January 2024 in Calgary, Alberta, Canada. The Calgary Stampeders organization described Bruce as an anchor for the Stampeders’ offensive line. Stampeders president Jay McNeil said in a statement, 

“Quick-witted and big-hearted, Bruce was a larger-than-life personality. He was a great teammate, and a great friend and, more importantly, he had a giant heart for people in need. He will be missed by many. We offer our deepest condolences to his family and friends.”

Covernton’s former linemate Rocco Romano said that he will cherish the memories he made playing alongside Bruce. 

“I was privileged to have Bruce as a linemate, teammate, and very good friend.”

Further Romano said that when Bruce joined the team as a rookie in 1992, he was in his 8th season with the Stampeders. Together they played side by side that season and won the Grey Up. Romano said, 

“I mean, what a way to kick off his career in the CFL. An ardent supporter of CUPS, Fresh Start Recovery, and Calgary Minor Football, Covernton made an impact both on and off the field.”

“Bruce was not only an amazing football player but an amazing person with a big heart. He was always willing to go and help people and find ways to support them.”

“Our locker room was special because of his character. I mean obviously on the field [he] was a different type of person, but in the locker room, a prankster, a joker and kept the guys upbeat and laughing all the time.” 

At a time when no one was discussing mental health, Romano said Bruce spoke up and supported related causes. Romano said, 

“[Bruce was] a great individual to have as part of our team, as part of our organization, and this community was blessed to have him doing what he did for so many people.”

Bruce Covernton Wife, Barb Higgins, Married, Divorce, Children

Bruce Covernton was married to Barb Higgins who is known in Southern Alberta for her 21-year career as senior anchor, writer, and producer of the 6 o’clock news for CTV Calgary.

In July 2010, She left her post at CTV to work at the Calgary mayoral election. It is still now known when and where Bruce and Barb got married. However, they divorced later but their divorce details are not known. 

Bruce Covernton never spoke about his personal life that’s why his wedding details and children’s status are unknown. 

Bruce’s ex-wife Barg Higgins was born on 21 September `962 in Edmonton, Alberta. She is 61 years old. Currently, she is married to Brad Moore.

Bruce Covernton was a Canadian professional football player born on 12 August 1966 in Morris, Manitoba, Canada, and passed away at age 57 in Calgary, Alberta, Canada. 

His zodiac sign was Leo. His religion, parents’ details, and ethnicity are not known. He was a tackle for the Calgary Stampeders in the CFL. He was drafted 1st overall by the Stampeders in the 1992 Canadian College draft.

He graduated from Weber State University where he was first-team All-American and All-Big Sky Conference. He attended the NFL Combine in 1991. 

Bruce Covernton was the CEO and owner of a staffing company in Calgary. He had been involved in many local charities. 

Bruce Covernton’s height was 6 feet 5 inches. His weight was 132kg. His net worth is reported to be around $5 million.