Bruce is survived by his wife of 36 years, Mary; children, Alta and Robert; Brantley and Tina; Cristen and Justin; Grandchildren, Justin, Laci, Josh, Meagan, Kiera , Brittany, Sarah-Beth, Savannah and great-grandchildren, Drae, Brailyn, Emma and Carson Bruce; niece Davida, nephew Michael and many other family members and friends.
Bruce served in the United States Air Force as a Sergeant from 1974 - 1977. He then had a career and retired from the National Elevator Trade. He was described by those that loved him most as Loving, Genuine, Tough, Patient, Honest, one-of-a-kind, A Provider, and Resilient.
