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Barton, Bruce Alan
Bruce Alan Barton passed away on December 14, 2014 after a long and valiant battle with cancer. Bruce was born on December 11, 1948 to Charles and Marilyn Barton. He was raised in Long Beach, CA. His first semester in college was spent traveling Europe by ship in the Chapman College program Seven Seas. After completing the Seven Seas program, Bruce continued his college education at ASU, graduating with a Political Science degree at the age of 20. Moving on to ASU Law School, he graduated Cum Laude at the age of 23. Bruce's career began in criminal law under the guidance of Murray Miller. Later Bruce embarked on another journey, opening his own practice in personal injury where he would practice until sickness prevented him from working in 2013. As a young lawyer, Bruce was instrumental in first organizing and then lobbying for the Chiropractic Association of Arizona (CAA). Throughout his life Bruce had a passion for the law and truly enjoyed representing individuals rather than insurance companies or other corporate interests. Above all else, Bruce was a true friend who will be greatly missed by his family and his many friends, too numerous to count. Bruce leaves behind his wife Renea (Salazar); stepchildren Rudy, Marissa, and Rickey Rosales; grandchildren Kalia Rosales, Niccolina Thomas, and Jayden Rosales; brothers Doug (CJ) Barton and Greg (Heather) Barton; nieces Kandis, Carrie, Tiffany, Brittany and Jenelle; and nephewTaylor Barton. A private memorial service will be held at a later time. In lieu of flowers, the family would ask that donations in Bruce's name be sent to the American Cancer Association.

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Published by The Arizona Republic on Dec. 28, 2014.

Memories and Condolences
for Bruce Barton

15 Entries

Kathy Kahele

December 26, 2019

Bruce was one of those people you will never forget, so kind and loving. He always was family to us and us to him.
We miss him very much and will and always will.
I know he is at peace
Kathy, Dave and family

Linda Hays/Bateman

February 4, 2016

Bruce. My first Love at 17!
Here in Long Beach and in Tempe we shared so many of such wonderful memories in our youth.
You will be missed and remembered always with Love my Friend.

Langley Downs

March 26, 2015

I'm so sorry you had to suffer, Bruce, when you guided and gave such solace to others. May your energy and soul be lighting up the heavens with your unique spirit.

David Banks

January 27, 2015

I met Bruce Barton after I was involved in a car crash in the year 2001. Bruce hired me to do lots of painting at his home and office and we immediately became good friends. It was always fun doing stuff with Bruce. I remember going camping and fishing with Bruce and I will never forget the fun we had together. I will always wish I had kept in touch with him the last year. Rest in peace my good friend hope to see you again someday

Sara Rikansrud

January 17, 2015

I was so sorry to hear of Bruce's passing. He's in a better place now I'm sure. Bruce was such a great guy, always helping out others. He will be missed by many.

Joni Manka

January 16, 2015

Bruce Barton was my best friend. He was a kind, wonderful man, and I'm wondering now if I will ever find such a good friend again. Late at night, I will still be talking to Bruce, and asking him all the silly questions I have and getting his advise. Bruce will be missed. I hope to see him in Heaven.

Gary Toon

January 11, 2015

Goodbye Bruce.
I will miss you and always remember your kind demeanor and wise counsel. I would be hard pressed to name anyone that you did not offer good advice, or your personal service, when they were in need. Thank you for all the great conversations at H.B.'s and rest in peace my friend. You will live forever in the hearts of those who had the pleasure of knowing you.

Sharon Weeks-Maupin

January 2, 2015

On behalf of the Long Beach Millikan High School Class of 1966, please know that Bruce will be sorely missed. Our sympathy and condolences to his family.

Michael Scott

January 2, 2015

This is sad news, indeed. Although we were not in touch in recent years, we always made it a point to get together when I was in Phoenix. Having grown-up with Bruce, he was never very far from my thoughts. His dry wit, generous laugh and commitment to human dignity will be sorely missed.

Martin Umberger

December 31, 2014

Bruce has been a close friend to me, since college. It is hard for me to use the term "was", since I plan for him to be with me in sole/spirit for as long as I live.

December 31, 2014

Bruce was more than a friend he was family and we will always love him. He was one of the most loveable people you would ever meet. I pray for his family and the lose they are feeling. He will always be an angle to all those who new him. (RIP)Love always Dave Banks, Kathy Kahele and little Anthony

george mylett

December 30, 2014

So sad to loose a great friend like bruce,he was always a professional and would stick by his friends at all times,RIP my friend,you will be missed by many,george mylett.

harry cahn

December 29, 2014

I had worked with Bruce for many years as a court reporter .. always a consummate professional and skilled advocate, the community will miss him.

Saj

December 28, 2014

My sincere condolences to the family for the loss of your loved one. May prayers strengthen you and memories comfort you, and may our Lord Jesus Christ and God our Father, who loves us, comfort your hearts and "make you firm". (2 Thessalonians 2:16, 17)

December 28, 2014

Bruce was on the Plaintiff's side, I was a Defense expert.After the trial, we became friends,over cocktails at H.B. Hanratty,s. I always respected Bruce's ability to look at both side, to find a voice of reason in the argument. RIP my friend, I will miss you and our conversations.

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