First, we want to thank all family members and friends that helped organize this amazing Memorial and Celebration of Life for one of the most outstanding man and volunteer we've had the honor of knowing. To say that Bruce was an inspiration for us since we got to know him even before he was our "Volunteer of the Year” in 1986 and again in 1994, would be an understatement. 
 From the minute we walked into the reception room at noon on Friday, full of his photos, plaques, awards, etc and eventually family members and friends, to leaving the grave site at 4pm, we were overwhelmed with the warmth, informative/loving family presentations (in person and virtually), Sigma Chi turnout, attention to every detail (ie: bagpipe, white roses, snacks/drinks, etc) of it all. Sadly for us, a previous engagement kept us from showing up at AleSmith afterwards to get to know even more about Bruce from others.   
And in honor of all that Bruce has done for our community, I still take my walks with a trash bag and glove as I do my little part in cleaning up our community as Bruce has done, I'm sure,  well before 1982 when he organized the annual ""Mira Mesa Clean & Green Day".  To see, hear, read all he did over the years for us all, in spite of his challenging health issues, has inspired me more than I can explain.  His presence will be missed but his contributions and his strength will go on.  With loving memories and a huge thank-you to you all, Mac & Sharon  (who had the honor of sharing in Jeff Steven's limelight as MM Volunteer of the Year in 1992). 

 PS I will try to add a photo taken in April 2016 where numerous Volunteers of past years attended Jim Hearn's dinner for being Volunteer in 2015 (I'm standing by Bruce, among others).


Bruces’s life was well-lived.  Bruce was one of the most generous persons I have ever known.  He was generous with his time, his energy, and his spirit. I am certain that it would take less than a heartbeat for anyone who knew Bruce to share a story of how he had and still has, a positive impact on their life.  In 1978 Bruce came to our wedding, battling through the pain of cancer treatment and shingles telling Kathy and me that it wouldn’t have missed the party then apologizing for leaving early.    We are better off having Bruce in our life.

The legacy of Bruce & Rosie is the brightest of stars shinning on the community of Mira Mesa, and everyone that they touched in their lives.

The generosity of heart, talents and positive outlook have always been an inspiration to me and I am so grateful to have been in their orbit.

Gregory & family, may your sadness heal with the most joyful of your memories and the joy of living each day to the fullest.

Love & Peace,
Sandra Archer



The community of Mira Mesa owes a lot to Bruce.  He worked tirelessly for years to improve Mira Mesa. Our community would not be what it has become if not for Bruce.  Thank you.

Bruce was an amazing man! I remember when my sister Rosie (destined to be his wife, Brown ) brought him to meet all of us. Her 6 siblings! Poor guy! I was only 10 years old! Bruce walked in so enthusiastic to meet us all , with his infectious smile and his inviting just right laugh! I knew he was just the best boyfriend Rosie could EVER have! Later Bruce would bring his guitar over and Rosie and I would sing in harmony to Bruce’s stringing of “Micheal Rowed the Boat a shore” .. our smiles lingered long after the song would finish! He drove a very cool brown manual “Capri”! He taught Rosie to drive a stick which was quite novel for our family. As a teen, Married Bruce & Rosie always welcomed me to their home in San Diego! As a big treat even after High School Graduation I could plan weekend trips to celebrate in fun San Diego, at their home. There are so many wonderful moments  I shared with  Bruce & Rosie! I cherish the memories of the loving  role model couple they so easily radiated. We will miss you , you were a big part of our lives . But the mental picture of you and Rosie , the two of you together again in Heavenly Peace lightens this sorrow a bit. There is Bruce &Rosie’s beautiful love story  shining down on us with beams of warm light and rainbows! ( Rosie loved rainbows) . My heart will never forget you , Bruce , my loving brother in law!  As I believe you are one of a kind , an amazing man that found my one of a kind, beautiful sister! We love you both , we will all meet again . 
Lovingly , Dane, Renee, & Steve Kehlet 

We love our brother-in-law so much.  He always loved when Nicole and I would come down to visit.  In the evenings, the girls (Rosie and Nicole) would watch their girly movies and the guys (Al and Bruce) would watch Star Wars movies.  Their home was always open to us and we always felt their warm welcome every visit.  

We are so saddened at Bruce's passing but we know he is with his forever love, our sister, Rosie Brown.  Be at peace our Brother and may God bless you.
Love Al and Nicole

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Bruce Gregory Brown

15 janvier 1952 – 3 juin 2021

El Camino Memorial - Sorrento Valley & Memorial Park

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