Keith Michael Bruce

1963 - 2017

Keith Michael Bruce obituary, 1963-2017, Doswell, VA

BORN

1963

DIED

2017

FUNERAL HOME

Nelsen Funeral Home - Ashland

412 S. Washington Hwy.

Ashland, Virginia

Keith Bruce Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Dec. 24, 2017.

Keith Michael Bruce, age 54, of Doswell, passed away on Thursday, December 21, 2017. He was always fun to spend time with and knew how to bring people together with jokes and laughter in a way that nobody else could. Keith loved growing fruits, vegetables, and flowers and would use any excuse to do work on his tractor. Keith often helped people in need within the community without ever saying a word or looking for recognition. He was a member of Ashland Church of God and volunteered in the church van ministry to provide transportation for children, as well as helping with the Royal Rangers program to mentor future men. Keith coached local youth basketball teams and was a role model to many of his players. Left to cherish his memory are his wife, Glenda Burcham Bruce; children, Ashley Michaela Bruce, Michael Ashton Bruce, and Christopher David Bruce; mother, Edith Irene Bruce; siblings, Diane Atkins, Judy Naumann (Sonny), Harold Bruce (Donna), and Michelle Pasowicz (Paul); as well as many nieces and nephews. A funeral service will be held at 2 p.m. on Thursday, December 28, at Ashland Church of God, 407 Myrtle St., Ashland, Va. 23005, with a visitation one hour prior. Interment will follow in Signal Hill Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Ashland Church of God or Ashland Christian Emergency Service (A.C.E.S.).

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January 20, 2018

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Jerry Sexton

Today is January 20th 2018. Just learned of your death. I known you and family since 1978 working with you at Ashland Ukrops. We shared many good times many years and even worked with your mom. My prayers are with your family. Jerry Sexton

January 2, 2018

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Jamie Biller

I've known Michael for 2 years and I'm completely devastated by this news. He was a great man with such a kind heart. I will always remember his robust laughter. I will miss talking to you. You always made me smile, I love you my friend.

December 27, 2017

Mike Massad

I sure am gonna miss you brother. You were the best friend I've ever had. You made me laugh like nobody else could. I've known you for so long, you've always been there for me. My tears will not stop flowing but I'm thankful to know you're with Jesus now. God bless you my sweet friend, you'll be sorely missed.

I love ya buddy.
Your lifetime friend,
Mike

December 27, 2017

My condolences to the family. May the peace of God and the fond memories you cherish comfort and sustain you during this time. Ruth 2:12

December 26, 2017

Susan Howell Wootten

December 26, 2017

Rest in Peace Kieth you will be missed by all...Love and peace to the entire Bruce family... you are in my prayers...

Susan C Howell Wootten

December 25, 2017

Jeffrey Bruce

Rest in peace, cousin. You did the Bruce name proud. God bless you, Keith.

December 25, 2017

Tammy Dixon

God rest your Soul Keith. Your beautiful smile and laugh will always be remembered.

December 25, 2017

May God's loving kindness comfort you and help you through this very sad time
Psalms 29:11

December 24, 2017

Cameron Bruce Wood

A life of service to his family and community cut short far too soon.

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Memorial Events
for Keith Bruce

Dec

28

Visitation

1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.

Ashland Church of God,

VA

Dec

28

Funeral service

2:00 p.m.

Ashland Church of God,

407 Myrtle St., Ashland,, VA

Dec

28

Interment

Signal Hill Memorial Park

VA

Funeral services provided by:

Nelsen Funeral Home - Ashland

412 S. Washington Hwy., Ashland, VA 23005

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