He was born on June 21, 1935 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, the son of Edward and Elizabeth (Brett) Gotwols. Bruce was a longtime resident of Cape May, Ocean City and Egg Harbor Township, New Jersey, before retiring to Leesburg, Florida in 2003.
He was proud of his governmental service having served in the US Army and was a retired postal worker.
A true sportsman, he loved fishing, hunting and camping. He was quick-witted, a great story teller and card player.
Bruce is survived by his children: Beth Palermo; Cliff Gotwols (Tiffany); Karyn Lamb (Christopher); Judy Mayer-Landis; Wendy Neiburg (Michael); Ryan Gotwols (Christine); Monica Gotwols; 16 grandchildren and 6 great-grandchildren. Bruce was pre-deceased by his loving wife Judith S. Gotwols, son Bruce E. Gotwols, Jr., and granddaughter Leann Hollingsworth.
Private family services will be held at a later date.