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Fellows, Bruce R.
Bruce R. Fellows, age 68, of Trumansburg, passed away on September 29, 2017 after a short illness with cancer.
Bruce was born in Ithaca on April 20, 1949 a son of the late Rodmann and Barbara Fellows. He held various mechanical and maintenance related positions though his working years, ultimately retiring in 2013 from Cargill Salt in Lansing after 28 years. Since his retirement, Bruce held the position of Superintendent of Grove Cemetery and also could be found working on projects at home in his garage. He loved hunting, car racing, drag racing, and hanging out with his family. He will be greatly missed by his family and friends.
Bruce is survived by the love of his life, Cora; two sons, Matthew and Kevin (Kim), both of Trumansburg; two daughters, Dawn (Gary) Schmidt of Rome and Lisa (Bill) Simpson of Athens, GA; seven grandchildren, Johnathan (Holly) Duddleston of Rome, Kyle and Colin Fellows of Trumansburg, Amelia (Sam) Cox of Memphis, TN, Captain Milton Simpson of Athens, GA, Eric Simpson of Los Angeles, CA, and Grant Simpson of Athens; three great granddaughters; brother, Arthur (Norma) Fellows of Culpepper, VA; sister, Hope Johnson of Palm Bay, FL; and many nieces and nephews.
The family will be present to receive friends from 2:00 to 4:00pm on Wednesday, October 4, 2017 at the Ness-Sibley Funeral Home, 23 South Street, Trumansburg. A Memorial Service will immediately follow at 4:00pm at the funeral home. Burial will be at the family's convenience in Grove Cemetery.
The family asks those that would like to make a contribution in Bruce's memory to kindly consider Grove Cemetery, PO Box 98, Mecklenburg, NY 14863 or the Trumansburg Volunteer Fire Co., EMS, PO Box 418, Trumansburg, NY 14886.
For additional information, please contact Ness-Sibley Funeral Home at 607-387-8151 or visit www.ness-sibley.com.
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I don't think a day goes by that I do't think about Bruce. He is in the same cemetery as my brother every time I see one I see the other. Great guy.
Thomas Drake
Friend
September 26, 2019
Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you. We are sorry for your loss. Cherish your memories.
The Grunder Family
John, Debbie, Ali & Austin Grunder
October 4, 2017
To The Fellows Family,
There are never really words to say at a time like this. Bruce was the kind of guy that would help a person in need, share a beer, and just a wonderful man. He will be missed.
Jim & Marie Whitaker
October 4, 2017
So very sorry , for your loss . Bruce will be missed
by all that knew him '' R.I.P '' Bruce .
Jerry Jones & Family
October 3, 2017
Cora and family, so sorry for your loss. Bruce was a good guy and will be missed by many.
Mike & Jodi Marshall
October 3, 2017
Vern and Judy Beard
October 2, 2017
Cora, So sorry for your loss.
Glen Gilbert
October 2, 2017
Cora and family, I'm so sorry for your loss. Bruce was a fine man, loyal, generous. He will be missed by many.
Tom Drake
October 2, 2017
So very sorry for your loss. Bruce and I went to School together.
Ann June
October 2, 2017
To: Bruce's Family,
We are saddened for your
loss. Bruce was a fine man.
Our deepest sympathy to
all of you.
John and JoAnn Agard
Trumansburg NY
October 2, 2017
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
J
October 2, 2017
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