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Bruce A. Kirchhoff

Newark, New Jersey

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Bruce A. Kirchhoff, Ph.D., distinguished professor of entrepreneurship and director of the technological entrepreneurship program at New Jersey Institute of Technology (NJIT) in Newark, N.J., died Sunday, May 1, of congestive heart failure. He was 73. Visitation will be held at the Jacob A. Holle...

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It was my pleasure to know Bruce Kirchhoff--a gentleman--and stay in touch with him through Judy's Christmas letters for 31 years. One of the reasons this country is great! Jim Naramore, MD

Bruce brought huge intellectual insight into the study of small business and entrepreneurship and elevated the entire subject area to new heights. He was a true pioneer and his contributions will never be forgotten.

Well Daddy Bruce it's almost the first Father's day without you. I just wanted to let "you" what you meant to me as my father. You taught me that you leave spoons on the table after dinner for "hot water with the flavoring of your choice". That even though you are afraid of heights you can fly a plane but you can't clean the gutters (I was always happy to help with that and thanks for watching from the yard; in case you needed to call 911). You taught me that when kids bust up your car for...

Bruce, the 35 years we have known each other-both personally and professionally--are among the highlights of my life. May your life be a shining example for others. god bless.