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1964
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2015
Bruce DeGrazia Obituary
Bruce died peacefully in his sleep at his Arizona home on March 15, 2015. Born December 2nd, 1964 he was the 5th and youngest son of Fred and Joan DeGrazia who proceeded him in death.
Bruce had a very engaging and charming personality and although he did not have any children of his own he was a loyal family man who loved to be around his brothers and their families, especially his nieces and nephews whom he adored.
Fun loving, hard working and a big heart were at the core of who he was. Self-employed for 25 years... through determination and the will to make it on his own, his business grew and was supported by a very loyal clientele.
He enjoyed golf and relaxation at his Arizona retreat, a favorite place for him to get away and often difficult for him to leave to come back to cool, damp Seattle in the winter months. A fierce Seahawks supporter who always had a crowd over for the big games.
And he had a soft spot in his heart for cats too. They were spoiled with much love and attention.
He is survived by his brothers, Chris, Dan, Martin (Holly) and Tom (Jamili). Nieces & nephews, Joseph, Anthony, Angelina, Mariana and Melissa.
He also leaves behind many good friends who share our family's loss.
Our brother left a big void in the lives of all who knew him and we will miss him dearly.
In lieu of flowers it is requested that donations be made to Purrfect Pals cat shelter. http://purrfectpals.org/give/
A celebration of Bruce's life will be held at Lake Forest Park Civic Center, April 11th from 1 till 5pm, 17301 Beach Dr NE, Lake Forest Park, WA 98155. Please see Bruce's online Guestbook at www.Legacy.com.
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Don Glassburn
November 25, 2022
I'm just now finding out about my good friend Bruce! It's hard to believe he's gone! He was one of my best friends growin up!!
I'm so so sorry Degrazia brothers! I've only met the older brothers once or twice. Of all the brothers, I really only knew Tommy and his white 56 Chevy.
I remember one summer day Tommy had just painted it a ghost white. Bruce, Mike C, and I would sit on the big branches of the cherry tree located in the front yard right next to the front porch. We would eat the biggest bing cherries ever! and then throw the seeds at each other. Well... some of those seeds happen to make it over onto Tommy's pretty white hot rod. He chased us down the street to the back of Mike's house where we hid from him
I lived on the SE corner of 107th & Interlake Ave N. A rock throw from Mike's house.
We lost touch after I moved away.
I met up with him again many years later at Bigfoots, and then again at a tavern in Woodinville. A waitress came over to my table with a beer, and said this is from a guy named Brucey. I immediately jumped up and said "I know that guy" and sure enough! it was my good friend Bruce!
He was like that! Generous and kind!
He was a smart guy! Witty, funny, and sharp! Kind of reserved but if he knew you, you would see and feel his love. I'm sorry I never kept in touch with you Bruce. I would think of you every now and then wondering what you'd be up to. I will always remember the friendship we had.
Thank you!
Chris Probst
March 23, 2020
I miss you my wild and crazy friend
March 8, 2016
I love you my friend
Neil Sundberg
March 7, 2016
I am totally shocked to see that Bruce passed away. I have known the Degrazia family for decades since I have worked at the Seattle condo complex where Joan and then Bruce lived. I'm truly sad to see that he is gone. Neil Sundberg
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Les O'Dell
May 11, 2015
To all Bruce's family and friends, I would like to pass on my condolences. Bruce was a good guy. We were friends since 1992. I was shocked to run into his buddy Mike who worked for him at Sure Clean today May 11th and just found out about his passing. I wish someone would have let me know so i could have attended the services. Les O'Dell
Rachel O'Brien
May 6, 2015
No words can describe the sadness and loss I feel. I loved Bruce....we were not finished. Please know I would have liked to be there April 11th.....I did not know... Good Bye Bruce....this is unbearably sad
April 11, 2015
Bruce was a lovely man, with a great smile and a wonderful friend. His knack for connecting and enjoying the moment, his ease of making friends everywhere he went - he remembered everyones name! was just a joy to share.
Im so sorry for your loss.
Stacy Daniels
April 9, 2015
Bruzer...he made us all smile and will truly be missed.
Peggy Dubuque
Miss you Bruce xoxo
Angie Vejar
April 4, 2015
Anthea Johnson
March 31, 2015
Bruce will live in my thoughts forever. What a wonderful, upbeat individual. I enjoyed seeing him each and every visit, he was so complimentary. Gone way too soon!
March 31, 2015
Man Brucie, golf in Arizona won't be nearly as fun as it was with you. All the folks at the Cabin are deeply saddened as well. Love ya and miss ya brother. Pat Dale
Aivars Nollendorfs
March 31, 2015
Darnit, Bruce we were just starting to be good friends. I had met you a number of years ago when Chris and I had gone to your house to watch a fight. Years later I run in to and start talking, figure out that you are a Degrazia and figure out that I had met you and keep talking. Over the past couple of years we were getting to be pretty good friends. This hurts. I will miss your open heart, your caring attitude, your unpretentiounness. Very simply, you are and were a good person. I am grateful for the time that we shared, I will very much miss the time that we won't.
March 31, 2015
Darn, I had met you the first time years ago when Chris and I had gone to your house to watch a fight. Then I remet you a couple of years ago. That time it took a little while to figure out that you were a Degrazia and that we had met. These past couple of years I got to know you and enjoy your company. I will miss your genuine friendship, openess, your heart. I am grateful for the time that we had but will always be pained by the time that we didn't, I miss you.
March 31, 2015
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this difficult time. We love you all and are so sorry.
Love your cousin from Rochester, Angela(DiTomaso)LaManna and Family
Mariana DeGrazia
March 30, 2015
My favorite uncle. I cant imagine watching Seahawks games without you, I wish you were here. Love you
Chris Probsy
March 29, 2015
i love you Bruce and Life won't be the same without you
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