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Bruce Anderson Obituary

Bruce S. Anderson

POUGHKEEPSIE - Bruce Anderson, 64, passed away at Vassar Brothers Hospital March 24 with his loving family by his side.He fought a courageous battle with Medullary Thyroid Cancer for 17 years.

He was born in Poughkeepsie NY to the late Marion Seitz and Alexander L. Anderson, August 2, 1947.

He attended Arlington Schools and participated in Varsity crew, baseball, football, and wrestling. After graduating in June 1967 he enlisted into the United States Air Force. After basic training he was deployed to Viet Nam for a two year tour. He completed his tour of duty in the Military Police at Patrick Air Force Base in Florida as a Staff Sergeant. While there he had the honor of guarding Buzz Aldren upon his return from his walk on the moon. He was discharged in 1971 with the following medals: US Air Force Good Conduct Medal, Viet Nam Service, National Defense, Viet Nam Campaign, Presidential Unit Citation, Outstanding Unit Award, Small Arms Expert, and the Marksman Medal.

Upon his return to Poughkeepsie he started his 39 year career at Central Hudson. Starting out

as a Lineman and retiring as a First Class Foreman. During his career he worked in South Road, Eltings Corners, Ravena, Greenville, Newburgh and Catskill districts. There he made lifelong friends and was well respected and loved by many.

In addition to his parents he was predeceased by a brother Jeffery S. Anderson, Grandparents Fred and Mary Seitz, and beloved Aunt and Uncle Doris and Ed Anderson and Cousin Lawrence Anderson.

He is survived by his children: Tara Anderson Orellana of Manasses Va, Kyle J. Anderson of Poughkeepsie, NY and Connor P.L. Anderson of Palm Cost Florida. His two sisters Doreen S. Anderson and spouse Kathryn Vooris of North Port Florida, Lorraine Shelly Anderson and her companion Mark Parent of Poughkeeepsie, NY, and his God son Steven J Walberg, wife Lesley and daughter Karadyn. Cousins Leonard Anderson of Amenia and Roy Anderson of Mentor OH, and Carrie Lee Anderson of Palm Cost, Florida.

Bruce was an American Patriot and conservative, a member of NRA. He followed politics, and current events. He believed it was every American's right and responsibility to do the same. He was an avid sportsman. He loved hunting and fishing. He belonged to Pleasant Valley Rod and Gun club, Ragged Mountain Gun Club, and Casperkill Gun Club where he spent many hours trying to find the BIG BUCK that always seemed to elude him.

He was an avid NY Giants and NY Yankees fan and enjoyed attending spring training in Florida. He enjoyed spending time with his sons fishing, hunting and camping in the Adairondecks. His last trip was to visit his daughter and visiting the Viet Nam Memorial in Washington DC.

Bruce will be greatly missed by his family and friends.

In lieu of flowers donations can be made to either a Veterans Organization of your choice or the American Cancer Society.

Funeral arrangements by William G. Miller and Son Funeral Home, Inc. 371 Hooker Ave, Poughkeepsie NY. Visitation on March 28, 2012 from 3:00-7:00 pm. Services will be at 6:30 PM with Military Honors. Burial will be private at the family's request. If you would like to send an online condolence please visit our website at www.wmgmillerfuneralhome.com

Published by Poughkeepsie Journal from Mar. 27 to Mar. 28, 2012.
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Bruce Thompson

November 4, 2013

I served with Bruce at Charleston AFB, and Nha Trang Air Base Vietnam, he was a good friend. Sorry I lost contract with him after my discharge from air force. Rest In Peace My Friend

Bruce Thompson
Elizabethtown Kentucky

November 4, 2013

Shelley & all Anderson family:
Just found out about the loss of Bruce. I grew up with you all, played with you all and now it saddens me to know about Bruce's difficult fight with cancer. My sincere condolences to you and and to all the Anderson family. Linda NeJame

April 2, 2012

Shelly and Doreen, After reading the online obituary, my thoughts are with you even more. My prayers include all of you. I think Bruce fought a valiant fight and it was time for him to rest. Love you all. Linda & Adel

April 1, 2012

Bruce, thank you for letting me into your wonderful loving family. Sharing all of your stories of family, hunting, and work. You always made them interesting. You are a great man and will be missed.

Edward Orellana

March 29, 2012

Dear Doreen and family,

May your fond memories be your guide through this difficult time. Very sorry for your loss.

Jennifer Williams Dunn

March 29, 2012

Dear Doreen , Kathy & Family,
We are so sorry for your loss. Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this sad time.

Love Always,
Dana Bennett & Jessica Winship

Dana Bennett

March 29, 2012

God Bless you Bruce. My son Brian & I Gary will miss him very much. HE was a good friend. He will be in our prayrers. Gary Dybowski & Brian Dybowski

Gary Dybowski

March 28, 2012

Bruce will never be gone. His memory, thoughts, hunting skills and 'Big Buck' will still roam Ragged Mountain for all time.But the dinning room will never be the same.We love you Bruce. Carl Bornhorst (Old Chatham,NY)

March 28, 2012

What a GREAT family!!

Dorothy

March 27, 2012

Thamk God his suffering is over and he is at peace. Loving thoughts to his family and may they gain comfort from their fond memories of him.

karen soma

March 27, 2012

Doreen, Shelly, Tara, and boys
I am so very very sorry to hear of Bruce's death. He will be remembered fondly...He was my brother in more than one way.
Mom sends her best to you all, as well. She remembers Bruce with fondness.

Susan Roe-Grider

March 27, 2012

Dear Doreen, Kathy, Shelly and family...
We are so sorry for your loss. The passing of a loved one comes upon us so quickly. May you get relief of your sorrows, through your cherished memories. Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of need.
Much Love,

Joan and Carol

March 27, 2012

Our thoughts and prayers are with you, Bruce was an amazing friend and hunting partner that we were all glad to get to know. He will be greatly missed by all at Ragged Mountain Fish and Game Club

Daniel Bornhorst Jr

March 27, 2012

Dear Doreen, Shelly and all the family~I am very sad to hear of Bruce's passing. May your memories give you strength to get through this difficult time.

Sandra Owen

March 27, 2012

Rip Bruce my prayers are with your family I'll never forget our great times at ch. Way to young to leave us brother you will never be forgotten.

John Van Wart

March 27, 2012

It is with great sadness that I hear of the passing of my co-worker and friend Bruce.We came up through the lineman's ranks and even though he spent most of his career up north in Poughkeepsie and Catskill and I in Newburgh and Fishkill we always enjoyed each others company with plenty of laughs and fun stories of our lineman's work, sports and family. When Bruce first made Working Foreman about 15 years ago he had to travel to Newburgh and I requested to be on his crew knowing I would be able to assist him in his new surroundings but also for my benefit I knew it was going to be a lot of fun for me.We worked hard and laughed hard all day. I have great memories of those times. It always brings a smile to my face. He and I will never forget the 3 weeks we spent in the BIG ice storm in Clayton N.Y. We made the best of it. I will always remember his laugh, love of sports, the outdoors and most of all the love of his family.He was and always be , a good man. Sincerely, Gary McCarthy

Gary McCarthy

March 27, 2012

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