Bruce E. Buscaglia

AGE: 50 • Midlothian, VA

Bruce E. Buscaglia, 50, of Midlothian, Va., died suddenly due to complications from leukemia early Tuesday morning, May 10, 2016 at Saint Mary's Hospital in Richmond, surrounded by loving friends and family. Mr. Buscaglia is survived by his wife, Caycee Poust; his children, Brian McGackin of California (Suzanne), Caroline and Ryan of Midlothian; his parents, Charles and Arlene; and his five siblings, Bob, Jean, Jane, and his fellow triplets, Brian and Ruth Ann; as well as a large extended family.

He was born on September 12, 1965 in Freehold, New Jersey. He graduated from Freehold Township High School and East Carolina University, GO (P)IRATES, where he played Ultimate Frisbee and met his beautiful wife. He worked at DuPont for almost 20 years. He enjoyed watching old movies and a cold beer. He touched all whom he met and will be sincerely missed.

The visitation was held on Wednesday, May 11, at Woody Funeral Home Huguenot Chapel with over 500 visitors. Memorial services were held at on Thursday, May 12, at Salisbury Presbyterian Church. In lieu of flowers, consider donating to the Quest Boosters, 6800 Deer Run Drive, Midlothian, VA 23112 or in any form to Virginia Blood Services, 9200 Arboretum Parkway 102, North Chesterfield, VA 23236.

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Published by Asbury Park Press on May 15, 2016.

Memories and Condolences
for Bruce Buscaglia

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50 Entries

Matt Barnes

November 8, 2017

Im a person in the pass to them, but Im so deeply sorry for the lose of Bruce, and my heart goes out to there family. I knew them a long long time ago when Caroline was first born.

Alan Schoolcraft

May 23, 2016

I heard of Bruce's passing over the weekend via a mutual friend who we worked with at Alloy Polymers over 20 years ago. I hadn't seen Bruce in some time...I know he was a good man, with strong ideals and dedication to his work, and he cared deeply for his family and friends. The world is a little darker with his passing. My thoughts are with his family.

Lois Gibson

May 16, 2016

Dear Caysee and family,
I am so very sorry to learn of Bruce's death. I remember our trip to Richmond for your wedding! What a lovely event that was. My husband Al was the minister who performed your marriage. And I taught either Bruce or Brian in Kindergarten. Can't remember which one it was! We retired to PA. In 1997. Al died almost three years ago but I still live here in this golf community.
I will be in touch with Arlene and Charlie, but am using this way to reach out to you. May God give you the comfort and peace that you will need in the future.
My love, Lois Gibson

Joel and Beverly Stern

May 15, 2016

Our deepest sympathy to the entire Buscaglia family. You are in our thoughts and prayers.

Bernie Henderson

May 15, 2016

As President of Woody Funeral Home, I extend our deepest sympathy from all our staff for your loss. We are committed to providing the utmost care to you at this time and throughout the days to come. Our purpose is to assist and serve you in a manner that exceeds your expectations. We pledge to strive to merit the trust you have reposed in us.

Andy Johns

May 12, 2016

Caycee and family,

Sad to hear the news of Bruce's passing. Our thoughts and well wishes are with all of you.

May 12, 2016

My little cousin, Bruce......20 years apart and living on opposite coasts did not allow for much time together, but it is absolutely amazing how this man made all that not count one iota when we did connect! I remember the little imp he was as young kid...always in your face, grinning, making trouble and being his charming self. In his twenties, while attending a Frisbee event in Southern CA, he made a special trip up to No. CA for a visit! I was 40 - he was 20! THere could have been plenty of other things for him to do in California, I'm sure! Just last May, he had business in Phoenix, where I now live. WE had dinner with my husband, Bob upon his arrival. He, then suggested he spend the afternoon with me at my house the next day.....so we could keep up the conversation! For at least 4 hours we went non stop, before he had to go to a business dinner. He continued to stay in touch through FB. He was crazy about Caycee and his kids and so wanted me to meet them.
I just loved this guy! Everything good a man could be. It is devastating for him to be gone and such a huge blessing that we shared some time with him on this earth. My love to everyone in the family.

Maura & Jeff Holtz

May 12, 2016

To the Buscaglia family, we were so sad to hear of Bruce's passing. We will always remember his kindness and his smile. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.

Bob Grace

May 12, 2016

Arlene, Charlie and Family, Ann and I are so sorry for your loss and send our prayers to the whole Family. We will never forget Bruce and the great times we had with the Family in Freehold Twp.

Andrew Greenlow

May 12, 2016

To the Buscaglia family, I am so saddened by your loss. Bruce was one the nicest and kindest persons I knew. Even though I didn't see him a lot but when I did he always took an interest in how I was doing and what was new in Virginia Beach. My thoughts and prayers go out to your entire family. Always remember that those we love don't go away, they walk beside us every day...

Marchia Swanson

May 12, 2016

Caycee, I am shocked and saddened to hear about Bruce. You, Caroline and Ryan are in my prayers.

Linda Quast

May 12, 2016

Caycee, It was so good to reconnect w/you Bruce & Caroline when I was last in VA. It was so fun remembering him & Ronnie visiting me at U of FL at their ECU event ( & the rest of the memories we've shared since kindergarten!),your hospitality & just hanging out on your deck & reminiscing! Those triplets were a big part of a lot of our lives in Freehold! Bruce was so loved & loved you, Caroline & Ryan so much, was so proud of all of you! Like I told you before, you are one strong lady...you, Caroline & Ryan will always have him watching over you!

Jim Beecher

May 11, 2016

I am so sorry. You all have me prayers.

Kelly Pierce

May 11, 2016

Caycee, you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers for peace and healing during this difficult time.

Michael Skripak

May 11, 2016

My thoughts and prayers go to the Buscaglia family. I will remember Bruce and the great times and teams we had in Little League. Rest in peace.
Michael Skripak

Cyndy Howell & David Warnack

May 11, 2016

To the Buscaglia family, as time passed, we went our separate ways. We come back together in thought and prayer as we honor Bruce's memory. May the Lord bless you all with peace and comfort during this difficult time.

Ashley Hemphill

May 11, 2016

It was an incredible honor to have known and cared for Bruce, Caycee, Caroline, Ryan and the entire Buscaglia family. You all will continue to be in my thoughts and prayers.

Ray Scharf

May 11, 2016

So very sorry for your loss, cannot imagine your grief. May the Lord be with you. You are in our prayers

Mark O'Brien

May 11, 2016

Caycee,
So sorry for your loss. Your family is in our thoughts and prayers.

Nancy Lithgow Fernicola

May 11, 2016

I am both shocked and saddened by Bruce's passing. I had not seen him in many years, but thought of him often. We were good friends back in our HS days. He had an infectious smile and could always make me laugh. My thoughts and prayers are with the entire Buscaglia family.

Meredith Bridgers

May 11, 2016

Casey, I so saddened by your families sudden loss. You and Bruce are a part of my memories of ECU. Can't count the number of times we partied at the Attic after Bruce would look skeptically at my latest "ID". Sitting on the sidelines at Ultimate Frisbee games. Or when we reconnected at weddings or ECU reunions. My prayers are with you, Caroline, Ryan and your entire extended family.

Meredith

Bobby Reese

May 11, 2016

The Reese's are so very sorry for your sudden loss and are still in utter shock of Bruce's passing. Even though I haven't seen Bruce in many years, the Freehold Township bond remains strong and life long. He was a great, genuine guy who loved his wife and kids deeply as seen on his facebook page.May you rest in peace my friend.

Stella Royce

May 11, 2016

Our deepest condolences Caycee, Caroline and Ryan. May his memory always be a blessing.
The Royce Family, Dan Stella Danny Jackie and Carolyn

Sandy Shea

May 11, 2016

My deepest sympathy to the family and friends of Bruce. Together may you reminisce of the good times and hold those memories close at heart. Sincerely, Sandy Shea (FCI)

Lisa and Dan Puryear

May 11, 2016

We are so shocked to hear of Bruce's sudden death. Prayers are with his family and close friends during this difficult time.

Coach Kevin Meisel

May 11, 2016

May God bless the soul of Bruce and the souls of all Faithful departed. Continued thoughts and prayers for Caycee and Family as they mourn Bruce's death...

May 11, 2016

Caycee and Family, I was shacked and I am truly sorry for the Loss.
Sincerely, Hoppy

Patrick Brennan

May 11, 2016

Caycee, Caroline, and Ryan, I am so sorry for your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

Tracey & John Moody

May 11, 2016

Caycee, There are truly no words that can even begin to explain what we all are feeling about the loss of Bruce. Your family welcomed us into WP 22 years ago and we have been fortunate to keep crossing paths after we moved. I am so thankful. Will forever remember Bruce's warm, friendly, smile...a little mischievious too...which is what I loved about him. You are no stranger to crisis and I know you will continue to be strong throughout this next journey, but please know that we are here for you. We are your village! Special hugs to Ryan and Caroline. Bruce was one of their biggest cheerleaders and supporters, without a doubt. Love is eternal and memories are forever. Much love and prayers are coming your way.

Tracey, John, Josh and Paige

Matthew Jabs

May 11, 2016

Caycee, Caroline, & Ryan, My family as well as the ECU Swimming family are very sorry for your loss. Our thoughts are with each of you during this difficult time.

May 11, 2016

My sincere condolences to the Buscaglia Family.
Boomer, I don't know what to say, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Jack Fitzsimmons
Freehold Cartage, Inc.

Per Nielsen

May 11, 2016

You all have my deepest condolences for this loss.
Bruce was a loved coworker with a great presence. He was very serious, but knew how to lighten the mood when that was required.
When sharing a beer after work he would lighten the mood even if it wasn't required.
He will be missed.

Tom Nichols

May 11, 2016

My deepest sympathy goes out to the family. I knew Bruce from the Salisbury basketball group. I always looked forward to the games when he was going to play. Full of energy and always smiling. I'll miss our match ups on the court. He was a great guy and will be missed by everyone.

May 11, 2016

My condolences and deepest sympathy goes out to the Buscaglia family here in NJ and in Virginia. Bruce was such a great friend in High School and I will always remember his smile and ready for a good laugh.
Gayle Haden Reese (Jackson NJ)

May 11, 2016

Please accept our sympathy. We knew Bruce through Bob where we played cards with him on Saturday's. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.
Stan and Cindy Barrett (Chesterfield, VA)

Todd Bayne

May 11, 2016

About a year ago Mio and I bought tickets to "National Geographic Live". It is where some of the most amazing people throughout the world come to explain their adventures. Last night there was a show and honestly I was not looking forward to going. The woman who spoke was one of the most awarded photographers in the world. When she started she was a war photographer taking some of the most horrific photographs. Then one day she was coming back from a shoot and heard a sound coming out of a war torn building and walked in. It was dark and dreary and then as she walked in a bit more and she saw the most remarkable thing, a wedding. At that moment she learned that even at the worst time possible in peoples lives there was still so much good going on if you looked for it. This reminded me of Bruce, no matter how bad the day Bruce always was able to see the good things and make our team feel warm and happy. He always saw the good in people and events. He always could make us laugh.

Caroline and Ryan, Bruce and I talked almost everyday as part of my team. There was never a day he didn't have a story about how proud he was of you both. We all loved to hear about your swimming events and cross country running and how you both were turning into such fine individuals. Your dad was loved by everyone on our team and is like family to all of us. He was taken from us early but it is not always the number of years but what you do in that time and how you impact the people around you. Your father had so much love and impact on our team that the two years we knew him made us feel like we knew him and you all for a lifetime.

May you all find piece in knowing all the positives ways Bruce touched our lives here at DuPont. We will miss him everyday but never be lonely because of all the great things he did for us.

Greg, Tammy, Zach and Nick Switzer

May 11, 2016

Caycee, Caroline and Ryan we are so sorry for your loss. We will keep you in our thoughts and prayers. We will always remember Bruce's constant smile.

Paula Labieniec

May 11, 2016

Bruce, We will miss you. One of my most lasting impressions of you is during a Quest bubble up' (or maybe it was a bubble down'). You were always in one of the commanding roles during those epic biannual events. We were having a brief break out in the parking lot by your pick up truck and you told me what your dream was to do during retirement: to serve on emergency rescue missions for the red cross during disasters. Wow. That is a hell of a retirement plan! For me that sums you up, Bruce.your leadership, gregarious nature, and generosity combined with strength and a strong sense of adventure.

We just got the patio and screened in porch cleaned off, and Rich is itching to get a fire going and grill some meat. We were talking about how overdue we are for a get-together with the gang. What I would give for one more of those dinners, but your memory and your spirit are strong. You will be with us always.

Rest in Peace, Bruce.

Sallie Levitch

May 11, 2016

Caycee, Caroline and Ryan, we cannot express enough our family's prayers and thoughts with you at this time and in the days ahead. My personal memories of Bruce are his warm smile and vibrant personality. Caycee, it meant so much to the girls and I that you guys were one of the first families that we met when we joined church. We pray for you peace in your memories of your loving husband and father, strength in your grief, and God's grace in the days ahead.

MARIAN SEAMAN-RILLSTONE

May 11, 2016

ARLENE &CHARLY: OUR SYMPATHY TO YOU AND YOUR FAMILY AT THIS TIME. THE SEAMAN FAMILY

May 11, 2016

I would like to express my condolences and my deepest sympathy to your family at the untimely passing away of Bruce. I will keep in mind his incomparable positive energy throughout our debates on phone. Undoubtedly, I will miss Bruce and I will keep him in my thoughts. I wish you strength and fortitude to face this difficult period. Yann Lemenager, France

Matt, Julie, Jeff, & Sarah Newkirk

May 10, 2016

Words alone cannot even start to express our deep sadness for you, Caycee, Caroline, and Ryan. A part of your father lives on through you Caroline and Ryan; and he will be with you always as you remember the special wonderful and meaningful moments together. We are praying for God's peace to be with you all.

Janet Garland

May 10, 2016

Caycee. I send prayers for you and your family to comfort and keep you. May you find peace in the memories shared.

Jennifer Dolan

May 10, 2016

I am so saddened to hear of Bruce's death. It seems like yesterday he was a smiling face sitting in front of me in class at ECU. Casey we are thinking of you and the kids and sending you strength and hugs.

Laurie Newsome

May 10, 2016

Caycee, Caroline and Ryan, we are in complete shock! Total silence came over our home as we heard the news this evening. We are in complete solidarity with your grief. Our hearts are broken for you. Please know that all of us are here to walk beside you as you face each day. You are all in our constant prayers. Praying for peace in your hearts in the days to come. Love, Laurie, Robbie, and Tommy Newsome

Adriana Grabski

May 10, 2016

May fond memories bring you comfort during this hard time. Look back on all the good moments you were able to have and smile at the fact that you were able to share these before Mr.Buscaglia passed away. My heart and prayers go out to Caroline, Ryan, and Mrs. Buscaglia.

Carrie, Keith & Jillian Butler

May 10, 2016

Bruce will be remembered as a wonderful man with a huge smile. I know your hearts are broken. We are thinking of you in this time of loss.

dianne danna

May 10, 2016

Arlene
,Charlie and family we are so sorry for your loss, I cannot comprehend how you must feel. my hugs and prayers go out to the whole family,know that your hometown is sharing your loss, love and prayers Dianne Danna

May 10, 2016

Caycee, Caroline, Ryan and the entire Buscaglia family, we are so very saddened to hear of Bruce's passing. Forever with a smile on his face and a kind word to share he was a friend to everyone who knew him. I know you are so proud to call him yours. Blessings to you all and we will say a prayer tonight for him. Love, Donald, Lucy, Jessee, Natalie and Andy

Anne & Dan McLaughlin

May 10, 2016

To Caycee, Caroline, Ryan and all of the wonderful Buscaglia family,
We are so sorry for your loss. Bruce was one of the first people we met when we moved to Walton Park over 20 years ago, and he was the best neighbor we could have hoped for. Always with a smile on his face and ready to help in times of need--and of course, never without a good story to tell! We will miss him terribly and will keep all of you in our thoughts and prayers.
All our love,
Anne & Dan McLaughlin

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