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Per Bruce’s wishes, a private interment will be held.
Friends and relatives are welcome to join the family for a memorial luncheon held at Infusino’s Banquet Hall, 3201 Rapids Dr. Racine, WI on Friday, March 19, 2021 at 12:00 pm.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Muscular Dystrophy Association.
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Mt. Pleasant, WI – Bruce E. Stockwell, age 67, passed away on Friday, March 12, 2021, surrounded by his wife and daughters. Bruce was born August 22, 1953, in Medford, WI. On July 8, 1972, he married Mary A. Orlando, his wife of 48 years. Together, they raised their daughters in Racine, WI.
Bruce loved his job as a firefighter. He retired as a Captain after 32 years of service on the Racine Fire Department. He also worked for many years on the Caledonia Fire Department. He enjoyed time with his family, coffee with friends, riding motorcycles, investing, and his dog, Morty.
Bruce is survived by his loving and devoted wife, Mary, their children: Sheila (John) Nelson, JoAnn (Scott) Breuchel, Lisa (Raymond) Yucha; grandchildren Grant, Brooke, Isaac, Grace, Michael, and Jacquelyn. He is also survived by his sister, Jeannine (Louie) Orlando, and brothers Alan (Pam), Randy (Deanna), Brian (Julie), Steve (Pearl), Doug (Brenda) and Delmar, brothers-in-law Dennis (Rhonda) Orlando, Jim (Julie) Orlando, and numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, Wilbur and Audrey Stockwell, stepmother Myrtle, and mother and father-in-law Lillian and Louie Orlando.
Per Bruce’s wishes, a private interment will be held.
Friends and relatives are welcome to join the family for a memorial luncheon held at Infusino’s Banquet Hall, 3201 Rapids Dr. Racine, WI on Friday, March 19, 2021 at 12:00 pm.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Muscular Dystrophy Association.
The family would like to thank the TICU and nursing staff at Froedtert Hospital for their excellent care and support.
Sharon Carroll says
Mary & children,
You are so in my heart remembering many special times with you.
With heartfelt sympathy, Sharon Carroll/ Indianapolis IN
Roberta Youngs says
So sorry to hear this sad news. May you find some comfort in all those family memories of good times shared.
The Loucks - Scheel Berger Families says
Our Sympathy to all
Leah Bailey says
Sincere condolences to the family.
Lynette Nelson Hupfer says
My condolences.
Ed and Lora Searcet says
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Mike and Carolyn Bartlett says
So sorry for your loss. Mike and Carolyn B
Richard Pearson says
Tender feelings to all in Bruce family . You would be acquainted with grief-remembering Mother Audrey being taken . Fresh care and sympathy to all..
Lynette (Enge) Metherd says
Mary and family,
I have memories of being with your young family years ago. My thoughts are with you and wishing you comfort.
Len & Gail Marcott says
Mary and family,
Our thoughts are with you and your family. Many fond memories of Bruce growing up.
Praying for comfort and peace from our Lord & Savior.
Len & Gail Marcott
Cindy Breuchel says
MY condolences to the family.
Bill and Beverly Rundle says
Our heartfelt sympathy to you, Mary and your Family.
Keith and Gail Ramsden says
Our love and sympathy. May you feel God’s love as you absorb this loss, and may your precious memories warm your hearts.
Dave & Carol (Braund) Kolbeck says
Thinking of you with sympathy
Kathy Boxler says
So sorry to hear. My heart is with you. Many memories.
Oleva Cook Oman says
Dear Mary and all Bruce’s family,
Pleasant memories linger of years gone by.
A special hymn to me this morning was/is #104…”Life passes like a dream” .
My heartfelt sympathy to all.
Sincerely,
Oleva Oman
Anonymous says
Lisa, Ray, Mikey, Jackie & family,
We are so sorry for your loss. Wish we could be there to give you all a big hug! We hope you find peace soon remembering all the good memories you shared with your Dad/Grandpa.
Sending our love and prayers ,
Rick, Laura, Sam, & Derek
Michelle O’ReillySmall says
My deepest sympathies go out to you and your family. May God give you the peace that you seek. Please know you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Kevin Bush says
I’m very sorry to hear of this. I had the opportunity to wrk with Bruce on Racine Fire and enjoyed my time with him. RIP Cap, condolences to the family.
Kevin Bush
RFD, Retired
Tom Weidert says
I had the pleasure of working with Bruce during some of his years at the fire dept. He was a true “gentle” man. Always polite, cordial and worked hard at doing the job right. He certainly left this world a better place. He will be missed.
Tom Weidert
RFD Retired
Tammy Andrews says
I will always remember our trip to New York City. We had many laughs and I loved listening to stories told by Bruce from his fire fighting days. He is a true hero and will be missed terribly. Lots of love to you Mary, Sheila and family.
Wendy (Nelson) Hockbein says
I am so sorry to hear of your loss.
In my mind Bruce is still a young boy but it sounds like he had a very full and wonderful life.
Wishing you peace and good wishes through these coming days.
Scott Sorce says
As a newly hired member of the racine FD I will remember his words of wisdom, chess games and story’s centered around this great profession. Thank you again Bruce for your years of service.
Jim and Julie Haakenson says
Our deepest sympathies, love and care to Bruce’s family. May God comfort your hearts.
Amy Beardsley says
I’m sorry for your loss of your husband. Sending love and hugs to you….<3
Racine FIre Fighters Local 321 says
Local 321 is saddened to hear of brother Stockwells death and sends its condolences to the Stockwell Family in this time of sorrow. Rest In Peace brother.
Dale and Diane (Schoonover) Kolbeck says
So sorry to hear of your loss of Bruce. Many good memories of being with the Stockwell family when we were young. Our parents were good friends! Thinking of you all with sympathy and love.