Obituary
SMITH, BRUCE, 81:
Bruce Smith died in Traverse City, Michigan on May 14, 2024. He passed away peacefully in hospice care from complications of a stroke.
Born on May 21, 1942, in Chicago, Illinois, Bruce Smith was the son of James B. Smith (deceased) and Jane Ericsson Smith (deceased). Survived by sister Susan Smith Adams (Richard), cousins Sally McDonald (Jim, deceased), and Stephen Edward Sauter (Lanie).
Throughout his illustrious career, Bruce made significant contributions to …
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Susan, Mary and I are so very sorry for your loss. May God hold you gently in the palm of his hand as this journey unf…
Susan, Mary and I are so very sorry for your loss. May God hold you gently in the palm of his hand…
Susan, Mary and I are so very sorry for your loss. May God hold…
Love you, Susan. So sorry for your loss. You were a wonderful sister to him.
Love you, Susan. So sorry for your loss. You were a wonderful sister to him.
Love you, Susan. So sorry for your loss. You were a wonderful si…
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May the road rise up to meet you. May the wind be always at your back. May the sunsh…
May the road rise up to meet you. May the wind be always at your back. May the sunshine warm u…
May the road rise up to meet you. May the wind be always at your back. May the sunshine warm upon your face; the rains …
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Cause of death
Stroke
Method of disposition