I met Bruce my junior year at Cal  Poly. Oh the memories of football, basketball, concerts - I can hardly think of a performance where you weren’t there to celebrate with us afterwards. I’m thankful that we were able to stay in touch all the decades that followed. Picking up as if no time had passed.  

My sincere condolences to your friends and family. Rest easy, Bruce - you’ll always hold a special place in my heart.  OX’s

I can't remember a holiday or other family gathering when Bruce wasn't with us. Sharing a good meal, good wine, interesting stories and the fun and laughter we always had. With all the goodness and essence in the forces of the universe RIP Bruce with warmth and love.

Bruce with Phil & Francine in Glacier Bay, Alaska

I worked closely with Bruce for a few years. He was always so kind and had such a fun sense of humor. I really appreciated how he took me under his wing and taught me a lot. Sad to see him gone but he certainly made an impression on me that will last my whole life. Cheers Bruce!

Bruce enjoying a good time playing trivia at a favorite brewery in his hometown in 2016. 

He was a good friend and had a lot of good times, something we can all hope to have.

The Great Alaskan Lumberjack Show 💪⚒️🪵

Probably on his 5th order of shrimp cocktail! If you know, you know 🦐🦐🦐Royal Princess cruise 2019

Always by our side and in our hearts
❤️ Ryan & Sienna

November 2019, somewhere in the middle of the ocean

Bruce you were always a member of our family and we celebrated many holidays together. You were an excellent trivia player and sports fanatic and we will have an empty seat for you on Wednesdays at the Elks, the Usual Suspects will miss you!

Bruce, I knew you only for a short time, but was always amused by our daily chats in El Segundo, as you would walk by my cubicle and stop without fail.  And you were always of good cheer.  

Indeed you are missed, and yet I find myself mostly having extreme gratitude that I did know you, that you deemed it worth your while to stop by and chat with me each day.  These things will continue to make me smile when I think of the time I knew you.

Thank you, Bruce.  And may the grace of the Lord bring peace to your family.

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Bruce Ashley Kelber

February 27, 1958 – April 13, 2026

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