Bruce A. Nidell, of Georgetown, TX and formerly of Delevan, NY, a fiery Vietnam veteran with a passion for all things interstellar, has blasted off to the final frontier after battling pancreatic cancer, on June 2, 2024.

Born on November 5th, 1946, he was predeceased by his mother; Virginia Rosenhan-Massing, father; Edward Nidell, brother; Eric Nidell, and youngest sister; Melanie (Nidell) Galeniau. Bruce is survived by his sister; Cathy (Otley) Chambers (David Chambers), his extraordinary Aunt Norma Foloran, and many cousins, nieces & nephews whom he was very proud of.

Bruce is also survived by his unconditionally supportive and loving wife, Grace Nidell, who miraculously listened to his repeated tales of bravery, and patiently observed his unfinished projects. Poetic as the stars, Bruce left the earth on their fifty-first wedding anniversary.

Bruce leaves behind three ridiculously good-looking children, who resemble their father(lol); Holly Nidell (Bruce’s sports prodigy), Heather Kellner (Bruce’s PIA), Scott Nidell (Bruce’s favorite), and his favorite son-in-law or as Bruce proclaimed, “his second son”, Eric Putt-Kellner. Also, 3 very furry pups that miss him very much, Gabby Love Nugget, Piper Chini and Percy Bear.

Bruce was a member of the Sheet Metal Workers Local 71 for over 50 years. He was also a member of the former Machias Masonic Lodge.

Bruce's love for space exploration and war history was rivaled only by his ability to turn any family dinner into a heated discussion about football, the latest news on television, or modern-day gladiatorial sports. He dreamed of captaining his own starship; boldly going where no man had gone before, but settled for captaining the remote control during Star Trek marathons and coaching little league football.

Bruce honorably served in the United States Army and fought for our country in the Vietnam War, (68-69). Although he didn’t tell many tales of his time in war, he was presented with many distinctive medals; Purple Heart, Bronze Star With Valor Device, Army Accommodation Medal With Valor Device, Army Accommodation Medal with 2 Oak Leaf Clusters, National Defense Metal, Vietnam Service Medal, and the Vietnam Campaign Medal.

Please honor Bruce's memory by binge-watching your favorite war documentaries, or engaging in a lively discussion about the Buffalo Bills. Remember, though Bruce may have left this earthly realm, his spirit will live long and prosper with those who knew and loved him.

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