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Bruce Graham Davey
Bruce Davey, 63, passed away on March 29, 2014 at his daughter's home in Indianapolis surrounded by loved ones. He was born in Rhinebeck, NY to James R. and Marget Stewart Davey. Bruce spent much of his early childhood on Staten Island, NY and Paul Smiths, NY then moved to Lowville, NY in 1963.
After graduation from Lowville Academy and Central School in 1968, Bruce served in Vietnam in the Navy on the USS Ranger and was later an Air Force reservist.
Mr. Davey was both a village (Lowville, NY) police officer and a New York State Trooper. He retired from the New York State Police in the early 1980s and commenced his career with the United States Post Office. During his time with the USPS, Bruce served as post master of several facilities.
He is survived by his wife of 39 years, Elaine Caufield Davey; and their children, Azure Diane Davey (LuAnn Humphrey) and Brigham Caufield Davey (Cassandra Flowers). He is also survived by his grandchildren, Creighton and Presstyn; his mother, Marget Stewart Davey; his brothers and sisters, Stewart (Kelly Hamilton), Hamish (Eloise), Derek (Lorene), Chris, Sloane Gugger (Chris), and Felicity; and many cousins.
He was predeceased by his brother, Frederick; sister, Pamela; and father, James.
A celebration service will be held at Crown Hill Funeral Home , Indianapolis, IN on Friday, April 11 at Noon. There will also be a memorial celebration and spreading of Mr. Davey's ashes in the Adirondack Mountains this Fall. If anyone so desires, memorial contributions may be made in Mr. Davey's name to the Semper Fi Fund at http://www.semperfifund.org.
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Edith& Don and family Cobb
April 30, 2014
Our hearts and prays goes out the Davey Family. We are near if you us.
Oklahoma Heartland Chapter of the AFSFA
April 23, 2014
On behalf of the members of the Oklahoma Heartland Chapter of the Air Force Security Forces Association (AFSFA) our deepest condolences go out to the Davey family on the passing away of Bruce.
We know that he is now in Heaven standing guardmount with those Sky Cop Defenders that proceeded him there.
Joe Cox
April 8, 2014
You were the greatest advocate. Love ya pal. Best boss ever. Me and Terri love u and Elaine.
April 8, 2014
Elaine and Brigham , love u both. We are here for u. Loved Bruce. Like family!
Julie Powers
April 8, 2014
What an amazing life of service and accomplishment. How proud you all must be of this inspirational man who is gone too soon. Deepest sympathy to all who loved Bruce.
April 8, 2014
To the Davey Family my condolences are sent to you and yours May god bless you during your time of grieve
April 8, 2014
Our condolences to the Davey Family ~
Tom & Dorothy Duflo
Fred and Linda Lawton
April 8, 2014
To all the Davey family, we offer our deepest sympathy.
Wayne Callahan
April 8, 2014
My old Lowville, Dayan St. friend, and trout fishing buddy. Bob Hanno informed me of your passing, and it saddens me beyond words. Seeming now like another lifetime, as it's been awhile.All my best to the family, and prayers. I'll always remember his humor and laughter, and friendship. R.I.P. B. G. Davey!
Dave Harris
April 8, 2014
Sorry for your loss...
Summer Mickelson GSM
April 8, 2014
With deepest sympathy,there are no words. I hope you find comfort knowing people are holding you close in their hearts.
Brig Davey
April 8, 2014
Luv u dad and we'll miss u forever!
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