Richmond, Virginia
MARSHALL, Bruce Montgomery, 58, a much beloved husband, father, son, brother, uncle, grandfather, friend, and colleague, passed away Thursday, February 4, 2010 after a courageous battle with cancer. He was preceded in death by his father, Arthur Niemeyer Marshall, and his brother, John Marshall. He is survived by his loving wife of 35 years, Elizabeth Perry Marshall; his three devoted daughters, Keith Marshall Dillard and husband, Hartwell Harrison Dillard, Katherine Randolph Marshall, and Polly Marshall Taylor and husband, Rawleigh William Downman Taylor IV. He is also survived by his mother, Isabelle Montgomery Marshall; his sister, Cary Marshall Brady and husband, Robert Todd Brady; and granddaughter, Isabelle Whiteley Dillard, who affectionately called him "Boo." Mr. Marshall was a graduate of St. Christopher's School and attended St. Lawrence College in Ramsgate Kent, U.K. (1969-1970) on an English School Boy Fellowship awarded by the English Speaking Union. Mr. Marshall earned a B.A. in Government from the University of Virginia (1974) and his J.D. at the University of Richmond Law School (1978). Mr. Marshall was a respected and admired attorney and a descendant of John Marshall, Chief Justice of the United States Supreme Court. He practiced with DurretteBradshaw PC from 1987, serving as the Managing Director for the past decade. He was selected by his peers as one of the best lawyers in America, one of Virginia's "Legal Ellite" in Business Law according to Virginia Business Magazine, in cooperation with the Virginia Bar Association, as well as Super Lawyer in the area of Business Litigation in Law & Politics Council. Mr. Marshall was past president of the Board of the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation. He was a member of St. Stephen's Episcopal Church and the Country Club of Virginia. Mr. Marshall was devoted to many aspects of his life, but none more important than his family. A memorial service will be held 3 p.m. Monday, February 8, at St. Stephen's Episcopal Church. Interment is private. In lieu of flowers, please make donations to the University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, P.O. Box 301439, Unit 705/ 18050611, Houston, Texas 77230-1439, or St. Christopher's School, 711 St. Christopher's Rd., Richmond, Va. 23226.
This obituary was originally published in the Richmond Times-Dispatch.
Whenever I visited the firm, Mr. Marshall always made me laugh. My entire family adored him. Your family remains in my thoughts and prayers.
Maggie Pope
February 14, 2010 | Radford, VA
Dead friends,
I thank you all for your heart fealt words, and loving support. We were truly blessed to have Bruce in our lives,and he in the end won. He beat every odd there was, and was so humbled by all of your support and love. He will be missed, and will live through us all in one form or another. Much love to you all, and God bless.
Cary
Cary Brady
February 12, 2010
Bitsy, Isabell, and Cary,
My fondest thoughts go to you all. Bruce was an amazing man, strong yet gentle. I can remember always looking up to him when Cary and I were growing up.
My prayers go to you for strength, rememberance, and grace. He will live in hearts of those he touched.
Robert Trinkle
February 12, 2010 | Richmond
I have many fond memories of Bruce during the six years I worked for him. Often times I felt sorry for him because he was surrounded by women at home and at the office and he sure heard his share of girl problems from us! But he would just grin and shake his head . . .he was the best and will be missed.
Stacie Hooten
February 10, 2010 | Richmond, VA
I am very saddened to hear of Bruce's passing. I will truly miss him and his warm and tender spirit, his hearty laugh, and his good nature.
Bob Barlow
Bob Barlow
February 09, 2010 | Fredericksburg, VA
Dear Bitsy and Family: I was absolutely heartbroken when I heard the news. I loved working with Bruce back in the early 90s. He was such an amazing person and one of the best lawyers I have ever known. He was such a great mentor to me while I was at Durrette Bradshaw. My heart goes out to you and the girls and your entire family. May God comfort you all through this time.
Kathy Grogan
February 09, 2010 | Richmond, VA
Bitsy and Isabelle,
I was truly saddened when I heard the news about Bruce. It's so hard to believe he's gone. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. We miss you.
Cousin Richard
Richard Marshall
February 08, 2010 | Hagerstown, MD
Bruce, you will be missed by everyone in our family. You were such an entertainer to us when we were growing up. I will always remember your kindness and how you would walk me home after I was babysitting for you and Bitsy. It was an honor to know you, and I smile every time I think of you. Thoughts and prayers to the Marshall family, I miss you and love all of you so much.
Frances Cary Ballou
February 08, 2010 | Scottsdale, AZ
My thoughts and prayers go out to the Marshall family. It was a privilege to work with Bruce for the years I was at DurretteBradshaw. I know you have many wonderful memories to carry you forward. Rest assured, my mother was at the Pearly Gates with one of her famous meatloaf sandwiches.
Julie Long
February 08, 2010 | Hanover, VA
