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Bruce “Pudgie” Palmer, 78, passed away at his residence on Thursday, March 11, 2021. In keeping with Pudgie’s wishes cremation has already taken place. A celebration of his life will take place at a later date.
Bruce “Pudgie” Palmer, 78, passed away at his residence on Thursday, March 11, 2021.
He was born in Racine on July 21, 1942, the son of the late Raymond H. and Virginia (nee: Binstock) Palmer.
On September 23, 1961, in the Union Grove Methodist Church, he was united in marriage to Judith Lynn Spencer. “Pudgie” was a Journeyman Machinist, retiring from Insinkerator Corp. after 24 years.
He was with the Sturtevant Volunteer Fire Department for over 23 years, serving as the Chief for 3 years. “Pudgie” enjoyed watching all kinds of sports, especially the Brewers, Packers, and Badgers. After retiring, “Pudgie” enjoyed the great outdoors with his family and friends. Pudgie also enjoyed sharing his favorite homemade dishes with many of his closest friends. If you were included in his special deliveries, consider yourself family.
Surviving are his wife, Judy; their children, Shelli (Dennis) York, Becke Palmer (Kory Valente), and Michael Palmer (Elaine Thompson); nine grandchildren, Dustin York, Devin York, Amber Waege, Autumn Waege, Dylan Waege, Robin Marsolek, Brooke Henrics, Skylar Palmer, and Spencer Rose Palmer; ten great-grandchildren, Alisa, Makenzie, Donovan, Sylas, Brady, Johnathan, Kylie, Taylor, Riley, Azlynn, and Sullivan; his sister, Boots Amos; sisters-in-law, Terri Nelson and Pam Spencer. He is also survived by his nieces, nephews, other relatives, and friends.
NICK THIELEN says
MY DEEPEST SYMPATHY TO BRUCE’S FAMILY. HE WAS FUN TO WORK WITH AT
INSINKERATOR.
GOD BLESS ALL OF YOU.
PEACE,
NICK THIELEN
Sheri Hess says
Uncle Pudge was a good man. My dad loved shooting the breeze with him! My condolences to his family. ❤️
Cherri Chambliss says
Becke, sending you prayers & my condolences during this difficult time. May peace be with you & your family.
Gary & Sue Voss says
Your Dad was a very special man. He did a lot of nice things for people. He always took Grandma Palmer and Grandpa B. up north on your family vacation. He didn’t have too, but he did. He even invited us with our three kids. Quite a few times. He was a very thoughtful person. He was like a brother to me. He worked hard for many years of his life, but found time on the weekend to spend time in backyard with his family by the pool. God has welcomed him into Heaven with open arms and he will be there to greet each one of us when it is our time.
Kim Calvi says
Rest easy Uncle Pudge. Thank you for all you did for me growing up and beyond. You were a great Uncle. I love you.
Rick Amos and family. says
Sympathy to the family,always good times and conversation with Uncle Pudge.he will be missed.
Donna Merriman says
Whenever you visited their home you never felt like a “guest” you were family. Hugs to you all. Love you, Donna, Bob, and Gabe Merriman
Carol Katzmarek says
Judy and family so sorry for your loss. Miss all the fun times we had at the fish and fun
Jerry and Carol Katzmarek
bob radewan says
One of the good guys
Jeff and Laurel Barker says
We’re so sorry for your loss of such an important member of your family. Sounds like he lived a wonderful life!
Rob and Diane Kraft says
So sorry for your loss. You have our sympathy. I remember many good times at the house
in Sturtevant.
Marilyn Oertel says
I knew Pudge since first grade until ,8th grade Then in the 60’s seen him often at Nearings grocery store. I am sure he hasn’t changed as he was always nice.
My sympathy go to all his family
Marilyn Williams Oertel says
I knew Pudge since first grade and seen him often at the grocery store in Sturtevant .Peace be with you Pudge. My sympathy go out to all the family in this difficult time.
Steve Horn says
My prayers to you and your family during this time. It was a joy getting to know him at killarney kourt. He will truely be missed. I am so sorry for your guys loss. Give judy a hug for me.