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for Bruce BRUCATO
John Czerwinski
June 25, 2025
I saw Bruce play with Gamelon dozens of times at CPG and as an 18 year+ old drummer was always inspired by his ability to play amazing blends with George, always complimenting each other's mixes...made me want to write and play original music to this day. Peace.
Dawn E. Mullen
January 13, 2023
I remember sitting at one of the front tables at the CPG (Bruce's side of the stage) with my eyes closed, listening to Gamalon. Bruce had a way of playing the sweetest, most ethereal notes that always made me smile. One time I opened my eyes and he was watching me! He tilted his head, raised his eyebrows and smiled back. I'll never forget the twinkle in his eyes... I hope all is well with Bruce's family, friends and Gamalon "loyalists" everywhere. God bless us all in these uncertain times. Go Bills!
Dawn
Surge
November 12, 2022
Back in the day.... Bruce: C'mon up to my room... It was a big closet in a big house on North Forest Rd!
Doreen S
January 20, 2018
I was sad to read this. I just ran across this news today while telling a friend about Gamalon. I used to see Gamalon play at CPG and Manikins years ago. I would go out Thursday nights knowing I had to get up for school the next day. You once told that you remembered my name because your mother-in-law (I think that's right-been a lot of years) has the same name. RIP, you were taken too soon from us.
Glen Sturm
February 16, 2014
If this is the last day of the quest book. Bruce it was my pleasure and good fortune to have known you as a friend. I` am sure and do hope I will see you again in some way. Thanks Bruce!
Glen Sturm
February 16, 2014
If this is the lat day of the guest book. Bruce it was my pleasure and my good luck to have known you. I will see you again my friend.
February 16, 2014
With great sadness I listen to this old John Renborn album he gave me. My deepest sympathy to all his family and friends who must be so heavy in heart now.
~ Amy Murphy-DeMeo, Ormond BEach, FL
I think this says it all
February 16, 2014
Ken Salhany
February 11, 2014
Thank you for your friendship, Bruce, and the guitar lessons that never stuck :)
Lynda Halton-Czyz
February 5, 2014
Thank you Bruce for all the Memories. I followed Both Rodan and Gamalon.
Justin Boncore
January 29, 2014
Bruce Brucato was one of those guitarist who made it look effortless , yet it was so progressed , Bruce was a natural talent , Thank you Bruce
Lauren Zoschke Fader
January 25, 2014
My brother, Eric, and I had the pleasure of hearing Bruce play many times at Gilley's/GFY over the past few years. Our deepest condolences to his family and many friends.
Dan Wagner "the Beaver"
January 23, 2014
Bruce was a very good friend and will be sadly missed. I knew him for over 40 years. R.I.P buddy.
glen sturm
January 22, 2014
Along with being able to still hear his guitar recordings,Having a pearl black and purple. dresser and a pearl white and purple sportster painted by Bruce. To see and enjoy everday, I have the everyday banter to playback in my memory since the ,Kenmore East days. Thank you for it all Bruce. Rest in eternal peace and joy. We all miss you.
January 21, 2014
To his mom, and brothers and sisters, and wife, Sandy:
I cannot say enough nice things about your son/brother/husband, Bruce. Talented, with a big heart!
To his kids: your da was a GREAT man and will be missed!
PROJECT EARTH forever!! :)
Kevin Dale
Paul Brunner
January 21, 2014
Although there is grief, there is gratitude for all that he gave to all of us.
Thank you Bruce, forever young now
Nelson Civello
January 20, 2014
Bruce, you are one of my favorite cousins not just because you are a Brucato and a great musician, but for your humility, sense of humor and your deep love of family.
My heart goes out to your wonderful children.
May God protect you now,
Nelson
January 19, 2014
Jim and Carol and family. Our deepest sympathy goes out to you. Marcia & Tina.
Sal Siraguse
January 19, 2014
Rest in peace Bruce! We will miss your smile and your unique sense of humor. My sympathies to your children, Aunt Doreen, Jim, Michele, Denise and Dean.
Bob Hammond
January 19, 2014
To the Brucato family, sorry to hear of your loss. Got to know Bruce thru my son Dave,no longer with us either. He was a real fun person.
Keith Borders
January 19, 2014
Bruce,
You will be greatly missed.You painted my bike and it was awesome,Red/White Pearl.
Loved to watch you play that guitar at the Baron.
You were a good man my friend,I will miss you.May God watch over your children while you are apart.
Grace Heimbecker
January 19, 2014
I hope you see God's Face.
Kent Weber
January 19, 2014
To the family & close friends of BRUCE, I extend my DEEPEST sympathies to you.
While he & I were not close friends, we ALWAYS got along well and respected each other, as people & as fellow musicians. My 1st professional gig as a teenager, was with Pegasus, opening for RODAN at McVANS, on a Sunday night in October,1975. Boy, were we intimidated by them! BRUCE was ALWAYS genuine & nice to me from the start, which I will always appreciate. What a fine musician he was, we were all lucky to have him in our lives. ....wish I could
see him (& listen...)one more time.
With much respect,
Kent Weber
John and Lisa Klein
January 19, 2014
Hey Bruce. There's no words for how much u will be missed. See u on the other side
January 18, 2014
Dean...sorry in the loss of your brother...love you . Joanne and the Morse family. Keep in touch!
Michael Soro
January 18, 2014
I met Bruce in the 80's and watched him play that guitar. He was an influence on me and I found myself writing a jazz song that I named Brucato. My deepest sympathy to his family. Know this. One person can make a diference and he made one in my life!
Michael Soro
January 18, 2014
I met Bruce in the 80's watching him play his guitar. He was a huge influence on me. I wrote a jazz song inspired by him and named it Brucato. I will alway's remember him and he will live in my music. My deepest sympathy to his family.
Michael Soro
Dave Thurman
January 18, 2014
It has been my pleasure to know Bruce and share his musical genius .Thank you and my prayers are with the family at this difficult time
Frank Zaccaria and Grace
January 18, 2014
Bruce you will be deeply and sorely missed. Because of you, I picked up the guitar again and started playing. Thanks for the lessons. Me and the Big Baby Taylor (that you wanted so much) will keep on playing. You're in Gods band now and the band is truly better with your fingers. We miss you and will always love you. Chapel Road is not the same without your smile, quick wit and laughter, but our memories with you live on. You have lived a good life and we have been blessed with your friendship. Thanks for all the advice on keeping our hearts happy when things were going wrong. Well done Bruce...well done.
Marty Raymondo
January 18, 2014
You'll be so sorely missed Bruce. It was great to know you.
January 18, 2014
RIP Bruce! You were a very kind man and a outsanding musician.
January 18, 2014
Rest In Peace Our Dear friend. May you be Playing that great Guitar with the Angels Now. May God Receive you in his arms. You will be So Greatly Missed. Roxanne and Ed Coley Condolences to the Family
Pat, Sonia, Alex and Nico Kelly
January 18, 2014
Dear Sandy,Johnny,and Ariel; we've known your family for such a long time. Our kids grew up together,we were together for so many parties' you guys were like an extended family. So in a personal way we share.your loss because its our loss as well. RIP Bruce
January 18, 2014
Will remember that smiling face, sarcasm, talent, and Definately Talented Guy you were. Rest in Peace our Dear Friend. You are truly playing with the Angels. Love and condolences to the family, and all who had the pleasure of knowing you. Roxanne and Ed Coley
Dr.Tom Stewart
January 18, 2014
Even if I hadn't seen him for 20 years he would always find a few minutes for me between sets so we could reminisce about High school, the neighborhood and McVan's. That was Bruce ; not only a great musician but a wonderful person. I will miss you. My condolences to the Brucato family.
Tom
January 18, 2014
Bruce, one of the nicest people and musician's that I have had the pleasure of knowing. Your tasteful playing will always stick out in my mind. You get to play with that great band in the heaven's now. Thankfully, your legacy of music is still with us. Johnny Magnum
Geoffrey Perry
January 18, 2014
RIP Bruce! You will be sorely missed on this planet. I will forever cherish the times we had. ...till we meet again.
Ed Cannizzaro
January 18, 2014
My condolences to the Brucato family and to Gamalon. I have had the honer and privilege
of knowing him over the years.I know he will be
Greatly missed, as great people are.
Ed Cannizzaro
Club Infinity 2012
Greg Szymaszek
January 17, 2014
Bruce and I were long distance friends for over 20 years, all that will change is the distance.
His memory will live in my heart FOREVER. Billy's Saloon was the first song I ever heard from Gamalon back in 1989 and I was hooked for life, so thanks Bruce, your music helped changed my life. Though he was a quiet reserved guy, he could make that guitar do amazing things, I loved to watch him duel with George. I could go on and on about how great of a person he was but we all know that. In short, he was a GREAT musician, a true friend,a wonderful person, and a child of GOD. My deepest sympathy to your family Bruce, I'll see ya on the other side man.
Greg
FranElissa
January 17, 2014
Your brilliantly sarcastic sense of humor will never be matched nor replaced. The laughter we shared will live within my heart forever. See you on the flip side, my friend~ XOXO
Robyn Turner
January 17, 2014
Bruce, you were that "cool neighbor" that everyone will always remember. I loved coming over with the crew next door and just laughing until we could no longer stand it. Your wit and good heart will never be forgotten.
Stephen Mikolajczak
January 17, 2014
Much love Bruce, your music will live on.
Kenny Thomasula
January 17, 2014
I will always remember our laughs in the band, I know you are jammin with some of the best right now, may god rest your soul
Ken Geiger
January 17, 2014
May you play great music wherever you are ! Will miss you MY FRIEND.
Dawn Mullen
January 17, 2014
Though he himself was unassuming and always happier when the stage lights pointed at someone else, Bruce Brucato was and always will be considered a world class composer/musician by his peers, fans, friends and family. He was so much fun to watch on stage with Gamalon – always in the moment and ready to exchange a riff or engage the band in some intense musical dialogue. And then there were other moments his playing gave me chills ... His song The Rift always made me feel a profound connection to the spiritual world. Through his music he touched my soul, made me dance, laugh, cry. He was an artist, and a truly good human being. I will cherish my memories of Bruce forever. My love and deepest sympathy to family members.
jeff hartrich
January 17, 2014
Are heart are all broken at american harley davidson.we all send are thought and prays to the family. bruce was a dear friend and will be sadly missed by all of us.
jeff hartrich
January 17, 2014
Are hearts are all broken.We at american harley davidsons send are thought & prayer to the family.Bruce was loved by all and will be deeply missed.
Cindy Sterner-Kincaide
January 17, 2014
Sandy and family, my sincere condolences. Bruce introduced me to Pink Floyd with their album Meddle and I've loved them ever since. He was a great musician. R.I.P.
George & Sue Heber
January 17, 2014
You always had that great smile. May God now smile upon you and may you find everlasting peace.
Nancy & P.J. McNaughton
January 17, 2014
Dear Jim and Carol and the Brucato family, we are terribly sorry for your loss. We'll keep you in our prayers.
Diane Pericozzi
January 17, 2014
To the family. I am very sorry to hear of the loss of your brother. Diane Pericozzi. My memories of Bruce are happy ones. Prayers and Thoughts are with you.
Rest In PEACE!!!
Kenny Trietley
January 17, 2014
You are Sorely missed. Not just by me,But Missed in turn By All those faces you made smile.To The Family and Close friends,Words are woefully inadequate at a time like this,You Never really know lose, Until you lose something you loved more than yourself.Do Not Worry The Best is yet to come for Bruce.
William (Browne Baron Bill) Corbett
January 17, 2014
So sorry about this loss.
He was wonderful!
Greg & Michelle Labuszewski
January 17, 2014
Our greatest condolences to all of Bruce's family. Bruce's sarcasm, warm heart, and talent will be missed. With sincere sympathy and love. Greg and Michelle
christina and Gary LaJoie
January 17, 2014
to the family of Bruce Brucato, its been a while since I heard you play, but I will always remember the Black Cat days, and the talent you had with your guitar and smiles....Play the blues for angels
Kevin Kalinowski
January 17, 2014
Thanks for the memories, Bruce.
Ken Wilczak
January 17, 2014
Bruce,I will always remember your quirky sense of humor and great smile, but most of all I will miss your incredible guitar work and hearing you play live. Rest easy and God be with you until we jam again
Carol Steverson
January 17, 2014
Dear Sandy and family
I am so sorry to hear about Bruce. I have so many memories of this great guitar player and person. My deepest sympathy to you and your family.
God bless you
Carol Steverson
Care Myers
January 17, 2014
Thank you for your amazing musical gift which will endure through the ages.
January 17, 2014
RIP my dear friend. Condolences to your family. You will be sadly missed especially your sarcasm and talents. Loved you like another brother. I know you and Mother are togther now and making great music together. With sincere sympathy and love, Shawn and David Zobrist xxxooo
January 17, 2014
May you see the face of god and find peace. Bill and Laurie Nice
Susan Lozinak (Dougherty)
January 17, 2014
Heartfelt condolences to all of Bruce's family and friends. Bruce was such a talent and such a nice guy. I still think fondly of the days when I used to see him perform at McVan's in the 70's with Rodan. Gone too soon. R.I.P.
Dennis Zgoda
January 17, 2014
I will miss having my spirits lifted when I came out to hear Bruce play. So so sorry.
Tom & Jackie Berlinghoff
January 17, 2014
May God welcome you with open arms. Your sharp wit and fantastic talent as both a writer and performer of great music will be sorely missed.
January 17, 2014
Aunt Dale May God be with you and give you comfort
Paul Boyle
January 17, 2014
Rest in Peace, Your music is your legacy.
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