Hi Linda, Brian, and Beth,

I was so glad to receive this notification as I was going to write an email to express my sympathy since the anniversary for such a loss as Bruce must be difficult.

Bruce touched so many lives through his lifetime of ministry.  It is comforting to know that Bruce has been with our Lord for a year already!  Imagine his joy as he's living his eternal reward.

Meanwhile Linda, you and your growing family continue to remain in my prayers, especially during this anniversary month and year, as I can imagine that even with the joy of knowing Bruce is in a better place, I imagine the tears flow.  

Bruce is someone who will always be remembered and missed.  May out Lord bless you, Linda and your (now grown) children and grandchildren, as you all go through this one year mark along with its joys and sorrows.

Linda, you are a Godly woman with a heart for ministry,  and honoring our Lord through the service you have offered to those at your church, and other people who are in need.  I recall you sharing some of your service there, with me about a year ago...  Linda, may God bless you, as you already know that peace comes from serving others and through your daily personal devotional and prayer time spent in His Holy word .  You are a testimony to that fact, Linda.

Love in Christ,
June Crumrine 

A little something I posted on Facebook after hearing of Bruce’s passing:

I discovered last night that my childhood youth pastor, Bruce Masopust, had passed away two weeks ago.

I find the loss startling. “Pastor Bruce” wasn’t perfect, but he was bedrock important to me in a number of ways.

First, Bruce was inherently a jock. With his interests, he allowed an outlet for playing basketball that I otherwise would never have had. Our youth team, great friends, traveled to various tournaments around the state.

Second, he helped provide a solid platform for my faith, my Christianity to build on and around. I still remember the Bible studies before school in his cramped little office in the basement of the church, all of us huddled around a valiant little space heater.

Lastly, and perhaps most importantly, Bruce and his wife Linda’s house provided a haven, a refuge, a sanctuary. Calvary Baptist was my second family, and their home the warm place where the youth group frequently gathered. A home of hearts together.

The people who were and are dearest to me. 

RIP, Bruce.

Aww. Bruce.  My drivers ed instructor. Whenever anyone asks me "who taught you to drive?" I proudly say Bruce Masopust!! May you drive the streets of glory!! 

As with much sadness this is, we are happy to know Bruce has made his way back home. I had the pleaure of growing up with his son brian, hanging out at the camp was the best. However it was years later that our paths met again, Bruce and Linda helped me and my family alot. Helped us grow as a famliy, played basketball, he made us feel like family, most of all another big influence in our life to be closer with god.
We love and miss you
Ashley
Kaedance
Symphony 

 Kel  Moyse,   Adelaide,  South Australia
         How much can you say about Bruce?   What a great guy.
I first met Bruce and Linda mid 1974 through basketball, at Devonport, Tasmania, Australia where they stayed at my house.  It was only six months after they were married that they travelled half way around the world for missionary work, mainly with children.
While playing basketball with him I soon learned his character by watching him bouncing like rubber ball while rebounding until he got the rebound or scored a basket.  As I got to know him I realized that if he set out to do something, not with foolish actions, but with prayer and thoughtful planning, he would keep at it until it worked.
A few years later I visited Bruce and Linda in the U.S.A. where they took me down the east coast to show me their country.  Bruce planned out our strategy on Washington DC.  We set out at 7am and by dusk we had seen everything from memorials, the Whitehouse, to museums.
On return from Florida we saw a man watching his house on fire.  Bruce quickly turned aside to help until the fire truck came.  He would always people in need. Bruce grew up in a violent suburb of Chicago but showed the love and mercy of a real man of God.

I had the privilege of sharing many games on the field with Bruce as a member of the Douglas Dutchers Base Ball Club.  He made me feel very welcome when I first joined, at which time he was the captain of the team.   We shared a love for sports and the history of the game. 

Our paths crossed again years later as we both served with Hope for Kids Mexico on a Christian school project in Miguel Aleman, Mexico.  We roomed together on work projects and helped out with fundraising.   

I loved his competitive nature and great sense of humor but his servant's heart was what always stood out.  He always seemed ready and willing to go where God called him to be.  He will be greatly missed and heaven gained a courageous soldier for Christ.   Condolences to Linda and the entire family. 

Linda,

May the Lord comfort you during this time of mourning.  So sorry to learn of Bruce's passing.  It's wonderful to know he's with Jesus.

John and Jan Tobey

Brian's dad was always around in my early life.  He was always there to help no matter what.  When I first started driving at 16, I would bring Brian home at the campground and tear up the driveway in burnouts on the way out.  One day he came out with a shotgun and chased me off.  I know it wasn't loaded now, but at 16 it startled me.  My buddy Dustin backed into a tree with his dads van in the same driveway picking up Brian.  The driveway was huge!

You will be missed and touched so many people.  

I met Bruce in 1991 while working with him at a christian residential youth camp as a camp nurse for a couple of weeks for 7 summers.

Bruce will be missed by so many.  I remember and admire him for his dedication and hard work keeping  the christian youth camp running as well as it did.  I also will never forget how you, Linda, worked hard along side of Bruce while raising your family at a youth camp, at the time.

I wish I could pay my respects to Bruce and join in celebrating his life and seeing his family again.  However. I'm now in Temecula, California.  The Masopust family will be in my thoughts and prayers on Friday.

With my sympathies,
June Crumrine

I remember Bruce for his role as Camp Director at Pine Trail Camp. First as a camper, then as staff. I remember him most for fire drills the first night. The swim tests in the lake, and working the canteen with him.

The most recent memory is a few years back when we were looking for a cat for our daughter. I had seen Beth’s post about finding a home for her cats. I told him. I would take one of we lived closer. He asked if I’d be willing to take both.  I said sure I would be willing to take both, thinking we lived too far away. It was a non issue.

I remember him kind of laughing ,and asking if I’d be home that Sunday. I thought it was kind of odd why he would want to know that. I said yes we would be home Sunday.  He said good, we will drive the cats down. I was like what! You know we don’t live in Michigan.

He and Beth drove them down. It was very sweet of both of them to take that long trek here. We appreciated it very much!!!
Milo and Lucy have been such a joy. 

My prayers and thoughts go out to Linda and her family.
Thank you for letting me share!

Kelly, Kurt and Katy Lewis

So saddened to hear about Bruce. I was a Morton East classmate and fellow Warrenteener at Warren Park Presbyterian Church.  He was such a nice guy. I can still remember his distinctive laugh.  So many of us grew in Christ together at Warren Park; we’ll meet again in Heaven.
Linda Toman Walker

It is with profound sadness that I read of the passing of Bruce. I had the honor and privilege to teach both Brian and Beth and loved working too with Bruce and Linda. They also welcomed our third graders to Pine Trail Camp for years and helped us learn more about our hometown. Bruce (and Linda) always had a smile and a positive outlook and made us feel welcome. He was a loving and caring father and I know he and Linda shared their love and faith with a multitude of people. My prayers are here for all the family, for God to comfort and strengthen each person. May the warm loving memories continue to bring you comfort. Love, Tom & Kathy Herrick

We are saddened to learn of the demise of a long time friend who was a very devoted family man. Please accept our deepest sympathy on the passing of your husband & father, Bruce. 

Most of us have to confront the loss of loved ones during our lifetime. However, it is never easy when the time arrives. It is an occasion for moving memories of growing up, and of all the things loved ones have done for us. It also serves as a reminder of our own mortality; bringing our lives into perspective in a way that few other things can.

We hope you will turn your thoughts to the good times you shared with your husband & father, Bruce, and remember that he is now resting in a better place. (george & linda cramer)

Bruce and I grew up in the same church, and both attended Ft. Wayne Bible College, though we lost contact over the years.  I pray for God's grace upon Linda and all of the family, as they grieve but also celebrate his life. He accomplished some amazing things as a follower of  Jesus Christ. God's peace to all of the family!

Bruce was one of the most positive people at Fort Wayne Bible College. Among his many wise decisions was to marry Linda Roath who was one of our music majors. I thank God for his life of ministry and caring, and for raising such a wonderful family! I have included one of the basketball team photos (#34) and a link to our Hall of Fame https://fwalumnicenter.org/celebrate/hall-of-fame/year.shtml?class=2008. God's peace be yours.

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Bruce Masopust

January 20, 1949 – February 21, 2021

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