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Bruce Dyke Obituary
Bruce Van Dyke
Bruce Van Dyke, 74, of Kenosha passed away on Monday July 29, 2019, at St. Luke's Medical Center in Milwaukee surrounded by his loving family.
Bruce was born on Sept. 8, 1944, in Sparta, Wis., the son of the late Harold and Virginia (Baumbach) Van Dyke. He was educated in the schools of Kenosha. Bruce married Barbara Platt on June 5, 1965, in Kenosha. He was employed at JI Case Co and retired after 36 years. His hobbies included golfing, cheering for the Packers, Brewers, and Cubs, he enjoyed taking road trips in his convertible Mustang. But most of all spending time with his family and friends, especially his grandchildren and great grandchildren, who referred to him as their "Bumpa."
Survivors include his wife, Barbara Van Dyke of Kenosha; children, Chris Van Dyke of Kenosha, Jeff Van Dyke of Ark., Nichole (Gilberto) Escalera of Kenosha; sister, Garilyn (Don) Ellis of Madison; grandchildren, Keyanna, Alex, Gilberto Jr., Miguel, and Luis; and 10 great grandchildren, including his special great granddaughter, Annalise. Bruce was preceded in death by his parents Harold and Virginia (Baumbach) Van Dyke, and step-father, Harold Behrens.
Services were private.
Kenosha Funeral Services & Crematory
8226 Sheridan Rd.
Kenosha, WI 53143
(262)652-1943 www.kenosha-funeral-services.com
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for Bruce Dyke
Mike and Tracy Platt
August 3, 2019
Barbara, So sorry to hear of Bruce's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you
Melissa Gratiot (Poole)
August 3, 2019
Barb,
I am very sorry to hear of Bruce's passing. My thoughts and prayers to you and your family.
Janice & Dennis Sucharda
August 2, 2019
Barb so sorry or your loss I will say prayers for you and your family.
Gloria Boscher
August 2, 2019
Barb, So sorry to hear about Bruce. I've only known him for a short time, but I thought he was a really nice man and I always enjoyed his company and sense of humor on Friday nights. He will surely be missed. Please accept my condolences. Gloria Boscher
Dan Van Wie
August 2, 2019
My condolences to you and your family Barbara, I am saddened by your loss. I am sure my sister Kathy is on his welcoming committee in heaven.
Jessica Mackay
August 2, 2019
Barb,
I'm so sorry for your loss. Prayers to you and your family. Bruce was a lovable guy and always had a smile. Hugs!
Jes
Judy Pietkiewicz
August 2, 2019
Barb. So sorry to hear of Bruce's passing. He was a great guy I have thought of you guys often. Sad that we didn't stay in touch.
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