In memory of

Bruce Allen Smith Sr.

Gainesville, FL

September 4, 1964 - May 4, 2024

Sep 4, 1964 - May 4, 2024

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In memory of

Bruce Allen Smith Sr.

Passed

May 4, 2024
Born

September 4, 1964
Resided

Gainesville, FL

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On May 4th, my dad Bruce passed away after battling complex medical issues since 2016. Join us in honoring his memory, a man who left an indelible mark on his corner of the world with his sharp wit and humor. Bruce loved his wife Cindy, his children, grandchildren, his dog Rocky, The Boston Red Sox and made the most decadent lasagna ever.

In the wake of his passing, my mom Cindy, who retired early last month to care for him, will need some immediate support while we work on a long-term plan.

Please join us in celebrating the life of Bruce and extending a helping hand to Cindy as she navigates healing.

Donations collected will go towards covering the rent on the apartment that they shared together for the last 10 years until the end of this year, as well as Publix grocery cards so we can ensure her (and her fur babies) stay fed and cared for. Contribute

Thank you so much to everyone who has reached out during this difficult time. Adjusting to the loss of Dad has been very difficult, but we are all doing our best. Please continue to keep us in your thoughts.

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Bruce Allen Smith Sr., 59, of Gainesville, Florida, passed away on May 4, 2024 following a long battle with complex health issues. Born on September 04, 1964, in Worcester, Massachusetts to Robert Smith Sr. and Josephine Arduca,

Bruce had a profound love for music. Before his health decline, Bruce found solace in strumming out melodies on the guitar, or jamming out to his favorite bands. Bruce was a devoted Boston Red Sox fan, and he …

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