Bruce was a great friend when I was a young man. I worked with Bruce and his brother Dick at BuyFair market in Charter Oak CA. 
He was a great roll model and friend...He was always happy especially when he met the love of his life Karen.

Karen and Family, 
I just heard today about Bruce's passing away.  I was saddened by the news.
 
My Dad, Ed Chelling, admired him and was glad he was his  friend as well as co-worker at Bradshaw.

 Bruce was one of the key members  of the group that would go to Fish Lake Utah ,  he was  a very good  fisherman but an even better leader and  all, young boys and the not so young,  looked up to him.

 My brothers and I always looked forward to the trip especially the camaraderie that Bruce was such a big part of. We are grateful for his kindness , we know he is in  better place but we miss him. He was/is one of the good ones
. 
Todd Chelling

Karen just read about your husband and just want to say that you are in my prayers
Johnnye

John and I just heard and want to express our sorrow for your loss.  There are so many great and fun memories of the times we spent together.  We always look back with fond memories of our friendship.   Bruce was a special person and we considered him a lifetime friend.  Prayers for all your family.
Patty and John Nicols

Bruce will be remembered by so many for his humor and wit. For me, as well, he'll be remembered as one  of my first mentors at Bradshaw. Red Team meetings always had an element of surprise with Bruce. May his family find peace during this time.

A PRAYER....
TO THE CLELAND FAMILY!
 
God our refuge and strength,
close at hand in our distress;
meet us in our sorrow and lift our eyes
to the peace and light of your constant care.
Help us so to hear your word of grace
that our fear will be dispelled by your love,
our loneliness eased by your presence
and our hope renewed by your promises
in Jesus Sweet Name ~ Amen.

Bruce is so entertaining and funny during the Bradshaw era never saw him upset about much- may the Lord give the family comfort and peace - I look forward to giving Karen a loving hug in Jesus name, Amen!

My deepest sympathy to you and your family.  May you find comfort, during this difficult time, remembering all the beautiful memories you both shared.  
God Bless

Karen & Family - Bruce was the first Account Executive I ever worked for.  I remember they hired me as his assistant when he was out recouperating from some surgery I believe and he didn't like it that they hired me without any input from him.  It all worked out fine after he came back to work and I enjoyed alot of years supporting him.  My thoughts are with you at this sad time.  He will be missed by many people.

Bruce was the first executive I worked for at Bradshaw, and it didn't take me long to figure out what a great guy he was. Remember the plaid couch and plaid wallpaper he had in his office?  And then when he wore his plaid suit..... He never minded a good joke because he was the king of playing a good joke on those around him.  These memories will live forever.  
My prayers are with his family, I know Bruce will be missed by all the lives he touched in his lifetime.

Sparky, my dear friend you will be sorely missed by all who knew you.  We go back so many years and shared so many of life's ups and downs-both in business and hunting and fishing together. I remember Donny and Denna as very young kids "helping" you in the office; you setting up our customer weekends, (that always ran over budget).

But most of all I rember and cherish your honesty and integrity.

Carol, Steve and I send our prayers and deep love to Karen and the family as we know your suffering is now ended and the tears are ours.

Karen and Family - They don't make them like Bruce anymore.  Working with him at Bradshaw was quite an experience.  He will be remembered for his sense of humor, jokes and making people smile and bringing laughter into our lives.  Someone as special as Bruce will never be forgotten.  He will remain in our hearts forever.  

My heart goes out to you and your family during this difficult loss.  I cannot even begin to imagine what you're going through and how difficult all this must be.  May memories of Bruce and the love of family surround you and give you strength in the days ahead.  You are in my prayers and thoughts.

Karen & Family, Bruce was a friend and mentor to me as I came up through the ranks at Bradshaw Inc. I have many fond memories and stories of Bruce that I will remember forever with a smile. He will be missed by many friends and co-workers. We were Blessed to have him in your life. 

God Bless you all.

OBITUARY

Robert Bruce Cleland

March 29, 1940 – May 20, 2013

Oakdale Mortuary & Memorial Park

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