BRUCE, Alta Mae, 88, of Sandston, passed away on August 1, 2019. She is preceded in death by her husband of 50 years, David Bruce; and her siblings, Doris Wright, Clarice House, Howard Cooke, and Eunice Jackson. Alta is survived by her son, Gary Bruce (Cindy); daughter, Cindy Berberich; grandchildren, Kevin Bruce and Hunter Berberich; sister, Nettie Callahan; and many other family members. Alta spent many years as a book keeper for various rental complexes in the area. She was also a long time member of Sandston Baptist church. The family would like to thank Henrico Health and rehab for caring for Mrs. Bruce. The family will receive friends on Tuesday, August 6, 2019 from 4:00pm-8:00pm at Nelsen Funeral Home, 4650 S. Laburnum Ave., Richmond, VA 23231. A funeral service will be held at 12:00pm on Wednesday August 7, 2019 Nelsen Funeral Home with a graveside to follow at Washington Memorial Park, 6217 Memorial Dr., Sandston, VA 23150. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to Sandston Baptist Church, 100 W Williamsburg Rd. Sandston, VA 23150.