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Bruce Lawrence Obituary
He was employed as an Administrative Executive for Leominster businessman and philanthropist Ronald M. Ansin.
For over 20 years Bruce acted as a distinguished community activist in service to countless community nonprofofit organizations in North Central Massachusetts. His latest honor was being asked to join the board of Spectrum Health Systems in Worcester.
At his request, there were be no calling hours or funeral. A celebration of his life was held on Saturday September 27, 12 noon at Rollstone Congregational Church, 199 Main St., Fitchburg a light tea will be served immediately following in Cookman Hall at the church.
In lieu of flowers, requests for donations may be made to "The Bruce Lawrence Teen Center", being created in his honor at The Boys and Girls Club of North Central Massachusetts, 365 Lindell Avenue, Leominster, MA 01453.
Brandon Funeral Home, 305 Wanoosnoc Rd., Fitchburg is assisting the family with arrangements.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for Bruce Lawrence
Jennifer Jones
October 12, 2008
I had the honor and pleasure to sit with Bruce on the Americultural Adivsory Board. When there was something important going on in the community Bruce was always there, giving his support and time. A "Teen Center" in his name is so fitting for a man who gave back so much to improve the lives of others.
My heartfelt sympathy goes out to his family and love ones.
Ann Frantz
September 27, 2008
Always a welcoming smile, and warm, thoughtful eyes; ever the gentle person. Bruce brought so much to the community, never seeking payback or the limelight. He was always a pleasure to see at Thayer Symphony. He is one of those who leaves a space behind when he goes. He will be missed.
CJ (Chris) Lemke
September 25, 2008
You will be forever missed Bruce. You were a great friend, inspiration in life, and a great influence to me personally. When I needed a friend, you were always there. I have many memories of laughter, good times, and rough, and you will forever hold a place in my heart as a special friend. Allthough you part us now, I will see you soon. Rest in peace my friend.
Christina Harris (Perakis)
September 22, 2008
I had the opportunity to reconnect with my cousin Bruce this year, and I am so grateful. I'll miss him. May he be at peace.
Steve Myers
September 19, 2008
I have great respect for all the good Bruce did for the communities in which he involved himself. He never held back from giving his best effort to help. I am sorry to hear of his passing.
Cathy L. Hesketh
September 19, 2008
I am sad to hear you left us, you were always such a great person and friend in high school. It was great to see you at the 25th reunion.
bruce burke
September 16, 2008
bruce we were sad to here of your passing. god bless and keep you
keefe&maryjane bangrazi
September 16, 2008
i am glad you checked in with my brother,KEEFE. and came around the old neighbor-hood.
may you rest in peace.
Glenn Lawrence
September 16, 2008
Thanks to all of my brother's friends!
It is a great comfort to me as well as to the Lawrence family that he was so appreciated by so many!
Penelope Seaver
September 16, 2008
Bruce was a man of thoughtful integrity; well spoken and knowledgable on many topics. I can hear the tenor of his voice in my head and can see in my minds eye, the funny little bald spot (he hated to admit it) on his head as he floats away....
Jerry and Barbara Palmer
September 16, 2008
Bruce,
You always walked with grace and charity in your heart.
Penelope Seaver
September 16, 2008
A man with a thoughtful well crafted knowledge on many topics. I can hear your words ringing in my head and I can see your funny little bald spot (that you hated to admit you had) gleaming in the sun as you float away.
Dan Flynn
September 16, 2008
I've worked with Bruce on a number of committees. He was always an active, reliable committee member, his insights and ideas were keen, and his commitment to our community was exceptional in its passionate concern for the least among us. He will be greatly missed.
Bess Bodnarchuk
September 15, 2008
I met Bruce volunteering for the Boys and Girls Club and he was a most enjoyable man to work with. Rest in peace Bruce, you will be missed by all of us.
Tommi
September 15, 2008
It is a sad day in the New England Community (s2ki.com) as we lost a good man and a friend with a big heart!
Rose & Dave
September 14, 2008
Bruce, We are saddened to hear of your passing. We will miss your insight and comraderie. The club suffers a huge loss with your passing. Rest in peace our friend.
Our condolences to Ira and the family
Mark from s2ki.com
September 14, 2008
I met Bruce as part of the S2000
Owners club he belonged to. He was
always a joy to be around and
enhanced any event that I was part
of.
He will be missed by everyone in
the club along with anyone else
in his life that he touched with his
humor and wonderful outlook on
life.
Rest in peace Bruce and may you
have eternal sunny top down S2000
driving days.
Steve Bass
September 14, 2008
a wonderful man with a HUGE heart
you will be missed my friend
Lainey
September 14, 2008
We will miss you, Bruce. The New England S2000 meets won't be the same without you.
Lainey & Rick
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