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Bruce Gilbert Obituary

91, passed away on February 16, 2014. He was born on September 30, 1922 in Syracuse, NY. Predeceased by his wife of 64 years, Jean Margaret Gilbert; he is survived by his daughters, Carol Lynne (Andy) Ulsh and Nancy Jean (Gary) Adams; his brother, Alan (Helga) Gilbert. He was the loving grandfather of Amy, Drew, Rebecca, Kristopher, Amanda, Kimberly, Aaron, Valerie and Allison. He was great-grandfather to Alyssa, Bryant, Keely, Tyler, Alex, Hannah, Chloe, and Rosemary Jean (due this spring). Bruce was a resident of Freedom Village in Bradenton where he had many beloved friends and belonged to the Retired Pilots Club. He served in the US Air Force for 27 years during World War II, Korea and Vietnam. He was a hero to his country and to his family. A Memorial Service will be held at 2:00Pm Thursday, February 27, 2014. Funeral Services will be held at 1:00PM Friday, February 28, 2014 at Sarasota National Cemetery. Brown & Sons Funeral Homes & Crematory 43rd Street Chapel in charge of arrangements. Condolences to www.brownandsonsfuneral.com.

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Published by Bradenton Herald on Feb. 20, 2014.

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Chris Gilbert

February 15, 2020

I remember our last time together with family at a restaurant in Tampa and Uncle Bruce and I got lost in an aviator conversation and I remember him using his hands as if flying the airplane

Marybeth Brunelle

February 23, 2014

Lynne,Nancy and family sorry to hear of Uncle Bruces passing. Tremendous loss he was "A Real Gem" I know he will be welcomed by Aunt Jean and all.

Dorene Sullivan

February 23, 2014

My sister and I send our love. We have so many great memories of your Dad and Mom. Just two wonderful people, who shared a wonderful life. Lynne and Nancy, you are in our hearts, along with all your family. Our parents live in our hearts as well, forever.

February 22, 2014

We fondly rmember "Uncle Bruce and Aunt Jean" from here in snowy Syracuse, NY.
Uncle Bruce was the "hero" of the Corcoran family. Grandma Corky loved to brag about their accomplishments.
Our family has grown distant with all the passings, we only have memories.
Farewell Uncle Bruce,
Jim and Loretta Corcoran

sue schenosky

February 21, 2014

Always fun times with uncle Bruce and aunt Jean and now you too are together again in heaven! Probably Laughing and giving presents to every one!!

February 21, 2014

Uncle Bruce, you have always been such a big part of our lives, from the days in Syracuse when you trusted your family to us when you were overseas (and so that I had sisters) to our times in Florida when all the kids and grandkids gathered for holidays or just ordinary days..Love you
Jeanette & Jim Kappen

Chris/Anne Gilbert

February 20, 2014

Uncle Bruce, what can I say you and Aunt Jean have always been wonderful for my family and me. When we were all in California together, I miss those visits to your house. I remember you joking telling me at my re-enlistment in 1986 that when you look at me from the left I am a petty officer but when you look at me from the right I am nothing. You mean a lot to a lot of people and will be greatly missed. I know Aunt Jean is happy to see you again and you her.

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