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Bruce Mapes Obituary
Bruce Mapes, 59, of Nova, Ohio passed away at his home on Tuesday, November 9, 2021 after battling pancreatic cancer for the last 5 years. He was born in Omaha, Nebraska on May 19, 1962 to Charles and Shirley (Gilbert) Mapes.
A former Air Cavalry Scout and Cobra helicopter pilot, Bruce was a proud veteran and captain in the U.S. Army. He enjoyed woodworking and spending time with his family. He was always happy to give advice to anyone who needed it. As an avid fan of sports, Bruce could always be found on the field and was the loudest in the crowd. He was a big fan of the Nebraska Cornhuskers. Bruce was a member of the AMVETS and attended Savannah United Methodist Church.
Bruce is survived by his wife, Penny; children, Brendan Mapes and Lindsay Mapes; sister, Lisa J. King; nephews, Jason (Andrea) Mapes, Logan (Jessi) Estep and Cameron (Aly) Estep; niece, Jasmine (Matt) King; mother, Shirley Mapes; grandmother, Katherine Gilbert; sister-in-law, Tracy (Rod) Estep; numerous great-nieces and nephews, aunts, uncles and cousins. He was preceded in death by his father, Charles.
The family will receive friends from 4-7pm on Tuesday, November 16, 2021 at the Ashland Home of Wappner Funeral Directors, 303 Claremont Ave., Ashland, Ohio 44805. A SERVICE: will be held at 1pm and VISITATION: one hour prior on Wednesday, November 17, 2021 at Savannah United Methodist Church, 10 W. Main St., Savannah, Ohio 44874. Pastor Lori Weaver will be officiating services.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the CJ3 Foundation, University of Nebraska Lincoln Alumni Association or Savannah United Methodist Church.
Words of comfort may be expressed to the family at www.wappner.com
WAPPNER FUNERAL DIRECTORS AND CREMATORY
308 Claremont Ave., Ashland, Ohio 44805
(419) 289-1552
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Joanne Harris
November 15, 2021
I have so many good memories of Bruce at baseball games doing the book and working with Brendan and the boys. He was loved by the team which included my grandson Zane Harris. He was a really good man who lived a good life.
Erin Ridenour
November 13, 2021
My deepest condolences. Much love and prayers to all of you.
Marc S
November 12, 2021
Thank you for your military service
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