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Heather Deveau posted a condolence
Tuesday, September 4, 2018
To the Bruce family...Words can’t express how sorry I am for your loss. Your Dad/Husband was one of the great ones. I remember the last time I saw him...I said Hi Mr. Bruce! Of course he said Hello Heather...with his big smile...and then he said please, call me David (I was prob close to 30 at the time). I said you’re always going to be Mr. Brice to me...it’s a level of respect you will always have. He seemed ok with it! :) As a kid I remember Mr. Bruce being almost like a larger than life person...so tall but not at all intimidating....always smiling and such a loving Dad. He will always be one of the kindest people I know. Our prayers and lots of hugs go out to your whole family. xoxo
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Tuesday, August 28, 2018
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Paula & Mike Ruff posted a condolence
Tuesday, August 28, 2018
Dear Matt and family,
We are so very sorry for your loss. Mike met your dad at the transfer station and immediately liked him. My heart breaks for you and your family. These times are never easy. We lost my mom in November. I pray for the Lord to bless you all and to give you all strength during this difficult time. Bless your dad in heaven. I read all the wonderful things about your dad. Since knowing you, now I know why you are one of my favorite people. Love and blessings to you and everyone who knew and loved your dad.
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Kelsey Morse posted a condolence
Tuesday, August 28, 2018
To my beautiful best friend Trisha, Joan, and the rest of the brothers, sisters, grandchildren, and extended Bruce family, I am so, so sorry. I am truly sorry for your loss, but I know it is much more than a loss. Dave leaves a void, as only a man of such magnitude can leave behind. The man was a slugger! A stand up guy, genuine, brutally honest, funny, hardworking, opinionated. The epitome of an excellent father and family man. We all know that, and I know it doesn’t make the grief you are all experiencing together go away, but I sincerely hope you all can face this tragedy and laugh through the tears at all the beautiful, hysterical memories you have with Dad. I knew Dave since I was a little girl, running around the Tern Inn with Trisha. He was always a constant, fatherly force around the house. I’ll never forget the side eye he would give Trish and I when we were up to something, glancing up from his newspaper. I would ask him every time I went for a visit, “Did ya miss me?” To which he would reply, “Were ya gone?” He was never in short supply of funny retorts or comments. Today my heart aches for the family, but I will choose to smile for Dave, laugh for Dave. And perhaps, Trisha, we can go down to the ball field one of these days and hit some balls for him, too. I love you all so very much, and I am so honored to have known such a man. God bless you all today and always.
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Mike Sansone posted a condolence
Tuesday, August 28, 2018
Dave and Joan became our next door neighbors three years ago. Better neighbors could not be imagined - Fran and I offer our prayers, thoughts and tears to Joan and the family. (And what a big, beautiful family they have!)
Dave was the epitome of what you hope for in a neighbor. And he was more - he was a friend. Dave loved to talk, and many a simple hello turned into long conversations, most times only ending when one of our wives came looking for us. Dave was a honest, sincere man, whose integrity he wore on his sleeve. He was not afraid to let you know who he was and what he stood for, and I have to admit, I respected and admired him for it.
Dave and I played softball together, sometimes on the same team, most times against each other. That never mattered though, as it was for the sport, the fun, the camaraderie of the game. Games would lead to just more conversations, and an occasional "adult beverage" as Dave called them. We were all winners.
My life is so much better having gotten to know Dave. While things will never just quite be the same, at home or at the field, one thing is certain: Dave will always be with us. God bless you Dave, and THANKS!
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Brian Kreis posted a condolence
Tuesday, August 28, 2018
One of the kindest and most thoughtful people I have ever known. I remember the first day he showed up to play with our team as a substitute and I remember thinking I know that guy and the name Bruce came to me. We grew up in the same small town of Richfield Springs and Dave graduated with my sister Carol and brother Greg and was real close with brother Karl and part of our extended family. My mom adored him and Dave was often at our house. That was a great reunion that day as he graduated 7 years after I did. We have played on the same and opposite teams until his passing. Such a loss for all of us in this life, but such a gain for all in heaven. Alice Witherow stated to me that he is up in heaven making our moms laugh. I am comforted knowing my late brother Greg has this dear friend there. Rest in peace my friend until we meet again.
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Monday, August 27, 2018
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Alice Witherow posted a condolence
Monday, August 27, 2018
Words cannot even begin to express the sorrow and sadness of David's passing. He was a beautiful man, inside and out. With a love and zeal for life and his family that was unsurpassed. His laughter and joy will always be etched on my heart. Sending lots of love and hugs to you Joan, and all the kids and grandkids.
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Dave & marlene Lovering posted a condolence
Monday, August 27, 2018
Dave was a truly special person and will always be remembered fondly and missed.
Truly sorry for your loss.
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Monday, August 27, 2018
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Gary Hunter posted a condolence
Monday, August 27, 2018
Dave was just a super guy with a friendly hello and a massive hand shake! He will be sorely missed in our softball league.
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Ann Potrikus posted a condolence
Sunday, August 26, 2018
I’m so very sorry for your loss .. I have so many wonderful memories of spending time with you guys on the cape .. my deepest condolences to your family.
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Amor Bango posted a condolence
Sunday, August 26, 2018
Lori, Matthew and family my deepest sympathy to you all. May the love from friends and family comfort your hearts during this difficult time. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
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Jen Glessner posted a condolence
Saturday, August 25, 2018
Chris, Matt, Kate, Emily & Trish: words can't express the loss of a father. I'm so, so very sorry to see this news that Mr Bruce has passed and what you all must be feeling right now. Many prayers for your Mom for peace and strength, your whole family are on in my thoughts, as are those famous buttermilk pancakes :-) Much love coming from South Carolina, Jen & Chris Glessner
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Jeanine Jacquays posted a condolence
Saturday, August 25, 2018
Joani and family.:A truly good man has entered the gates of Heaven where one day we all will meet again.As a little boy David was a really good kid.Although he had next to nothing he refused to take a hand out.If he couldn't work,he would take it.He spent many nights at our home as he and our mom shared a special relationship.He loved his Aunt Virginia and she him.Your beautiful memories will always keep this special man with you.God Bless You all.Cousin Nin.
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Reba and David Smith posted a condolence
Saturday, August 25, 2018
Dave and I are still reeling from this heartbreaking loss and we’re grieving for all of you who loved him dearly. We were so blessed to meet David and Joan in 2011 soon before our children, Kate and Jason, were to be married. I thought at that time how blessed Jason was to be marrying into such an amazing family. I treasure all of the special moments we’ve shared during the past seven years. David was one of those rare individuals you are quickly drawn to because of his easygoing and quiet demeanor. Not to mention his quick wit. He made you feel comfortable. He was very kind. You knew he would be once he flashed that remarkable and memorable smile. Praying that God will embrace you and wrap you in His veil of peace and comfort during such a grievous time in your lives. Much love,
David and Reba♥️
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Joyce Miller posted a condolence
Saturday, August 25, 2018
Our heart is breaking for the sudden loss of this very special man, David. Please know your family is in our prayers for peace and understanding. God Bless you all. Bill and Joyce Miller, Emily and Maddie
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