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Bruce Wearne Obituary
Bruce B. Wearne of Maple Hollow Rd, New Hartford CT, passed away peacefully at home alongside his loved ones on March 11, 2021 at the age of 71.
"The Bern" was proud of his teaching and coaching career in Farmington, CT. He had a true passion for playing and coaching football. It would be an understatement to say that Bruce, also referred to fondly as Bernie, Coach, Gramps, and Grandpa Bernie, was beloved by many. You could travel across the country and run into someone who would tell you that Coach had changed their life. He gave so much of himself to others. He loved with all of his heart, and he exemplified what he inspired people to be in life, "a difference maker." He is a true example of how one person can set off a ripple effect of kindness and inspiration. He will be missed by many, but his influence and loving heart will endure in all who knew him.
He was born in New Britain, CT to the late Geraldine and William Wearne. He is survived and lovingly remembered by his wife, Laura S. Wearne, his two daughters, Kimberly Levesque and Jodi Langer, his sons-in-law, Jason Levesque, Ricky Langer Jr., and Andrew Chen, and his 10 grandchildren, Jake, Greyson, Maddox, Ricky, Hendrik, Sunlyn, Weston, Amelia, Alex, and Ava, his sister, Patricia Barnes and brother, Barry Wearne. He is predeceased by his daughter Ah-Jing Chen.
Friends may call at The Ahern Funeral Home, 111 Main St., RT 4, Unionville on Tuesday, March 16th from 4:00-7:00 pm. Social distance guidelines will be followed. Memorial contributions may be made to the Little Free Pantry at St. John's Episcopal Church, PO Box 27 Pine Meadow CT 06061 and New Britain Youth Football & Cheer, PO Box 576, New Britain CT 06050. To send online condolences to the family, please visit www.ahernfuneralhome.com.
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Tim Warren
March 22, 2021
In nine years as a football player, I played for six head coaches. No relationship on an athletic field challenged me more, or brought forth more of my potential then the years I spent playing Football for Bruce Wearne
Coach Wearne had a passion for winning, a passion for football, and a passion for his players that lives in me and gives me confidence and resilience to this day.
In my junior season we almost lost a game. We played so apathetically towards our weaker opponent, Coach decided we should run 50 hills so that we might benefit from a reminder that laziness was arrogant, and that we weren’t playing just to win, we were practicing and working for the opportunity to reimagine what was possible in ourselves. That was a reason to never quit, that was a reason to respect, and to be grateful to your opponent, that was a reason to get back up, over and over again. It was not only a method of winning,
It was a way to live.
Coach followed stayed in touch after I graduated, in my endeavor to be a musician he came to several shows. He also checked in with me for no reason in the years following my father’s death with a phone call now and then. There were times during those conversations when I knew he was losing his train of thought, or possibly forgetting why he called in the first place.
Despite the challenges, Bruce never gave up reimagining what was possible in himself, he never quit on the idea that his heart could speak a language of love and kindness that succeeded where words could not, and he succeeded in those moments admirably.
Thousands of students carrying the echo that somebody believed in them when they were young, pushing them to do more than they thought they could, diminishing fear and magnifying hope in so many kids, now parents of their own. His good intention will echo for so many years to come, it's hard to fathom.
Coach I will see you in the dirt, with the sweat burning from my eyes, gasping for a breath, and hoping for another glimpse of something I never thought I could be. I hope I made you proud. You will always be on a very short list of men I knew who refused to let me take a shortcut, but who also accepted the path I took, and supported me every chance you got. All of those men are gone now, I hope you will find each other wherever you are, and know that I am grateful.
The way that you lived will always be an example to me, and if your wife and daughters ever need anything, there is nothing that I wouldn’t do.
I could go on.
Rest in peace sir, to me you were a giant.
Ari Bouse
March 19, 2021
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Michael Buccetti
March 17, 2021
We are so sorry for your loss. Bruce was always fun and just a good guy! Arlene and I enjoyed him so much at West Woods. He was always quick with a smile and a word of encouragement. Find peace in your memories.
JOE GRACE
March 17, 2021
My deepest condolences to the family of Bruce Wearne. I was the Simsbury football coach when Bruce was the Farmington coach. We had some great games and his teams were always highly respected. May he rest in peace knowing he changed boys into fine young men.
Joe Grace
Bob & Judy Thompson
March 15, 2021
Our children had Bruce for a gym teacher in elementary school and
Our son had him as a football coach all 4 years of high school. Bruce instilled a sense of loyalty, fortitude and leadership in our son and
Many of the boys he coached. This training has helped Them in
Overcoming the obstacles they have faced in their lives.
He was funny, compassionate and a dedicated teacher, father and husband.
He will be sorely missed.
Janet (Weed) Boutin
March 15, 2021
Very sorry to hear of Bruce’s passing. We grew up in the same neighborhood, and always had a smile for everyone. My condolences to his family and friends. Janet (Weed) Boutin
Barry Wearne
March 15, 2021
In loving memory of a wonderful Brother. He will be missed.by many. May GOD bless his family all the lives he touched.
Kate Christolini
March 14, 2021
I worked with Bruce for many years at FHS, and I loved working with him. He was helpful, kind, funny, and passionate about his job; such a great combination of qualities. I’m so very sorry for your loss.
John Campagna
March 14, 2021
I played QB for Coach Wearne at Pulaski High in New Britain. Greatly respected him as he treated everyone fairly. He was not only a great coach but also a great human being. RIP Coach Wearne you will be greatly missed! Condolences to the whole family! Sincerely John Campagna Class of 1989 PHS
Leslie Warren
March 14, 2021
I hope he was keenly aware of the life lessons he taught our young men as a football coach.
One of a kind.
Remembering his smile and his strong "presence" in any room he entered.
And so many smiles come to so many of us who recall special moments in his company.
Love and Prayers to Laura, Kim and Jodi and their families.
Leslie Warren
Sharon Shimansky Kraft
March 14, 2021
I am heartwarmed to read that Bruce lived his life as an adult as he lived his life as a classmate of PHS 1968. I will remember him fondly.
Robby ( Shettle) Levesque
March 14, 2021
Remember Bruce from high school as part of the group. He was always smiling or laughing and everyone liked him. Was a kind person.
Elizabeth Houck Hamilton
March 14, 2021
I was a first year teacher at Union school with Bruce in 1973. I remember him as having a great sense of humor and gift with children.
Sorry for your loss.
Sue Saya
March 14, 2021
It is not often that one is privileged to know someone with a sweet, loving and gentle soul. I had that privilege in knowing Bruce. The greatest testament to that soul can be seen in his beautiful family.
Lloyd Carty
March 14, 2021
Condolences to the wearne family . RIP Coach,you will be missed.
Travon Nickson
March 14, 2021
In loving memory of a wonderful person. Words can't express how much of an effect you had on my life. Your an awesome person and I'm so grateful to have had you as a coach and mentor. Rest peacefully and until we meet on the field again much love. -Travon D Nickson
Louise Kowitch
March 14, 2021
Bruce was an inspiring educator and colleague. He had that extraordinary balance of toughness and tenderness. His compassion was evident for all to see - whether coaching his teams, teaching Physical Ed, helping colleagues with scheduling dilemmas or just a sharing a humorous comment in passing in the halls of Farmington High School. I was his colleague during the time his family expanded to include Ahjing, and I remember how Ahjing's aspirations for excellence in academics and athletic competition meshed seamlessly with the Wearne family. It was a wonder to behold how those two worlds came together through their shared values and generosity of spirit. Thank you for all you gave, Bruce.
Jeannie Mook
March 14, 2021
Dear Laura and family,
I am so very sorry to hear of your husbands death. He sounds like an amazing man, and an enormous loss for you and your family.
My thoughts are with you at this tragic time,
Sincerely and with love, your cousin, Jeannie Mook
Sally Larsen
March 13, 2021
I have these treasured memories from my childhood of when Coach proposed to his wife. I think it was 4th grade and he was excited to share. I also have wonderful memories of him guiding me through challenges I had. I had vision impairments and back then, there were no exceptions. So there I was, I had to learn how to hit a baseball. It’s a bit difficult to hit a baseball when you can’t see it. Well, Coach took the time to actually understand what my issue was. My most favorite memory was when I actually caught a ball. He ran out, lifted me up and cheered me on.
Coach taught me to believe in myself . He taught me to fight for myself and he taught me to celebrate my success!
I’m sorry for your loss. He was an amazing man.
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