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Fred Kennedy
June 15, 2025
It´s hard to believe that it has been 8 years since Bruce has been gone, but his spirit lives on. As he would say, "Old soldiers never die. The just smell that way."
We miss you, Brewster!
Fred Kennedy
June 14, 2024
Seven years, and still bigger than life in our memory, and in our heart. Sky High!
Heidi
December 28, 2023
I remember when Bruce visited my school in 1987. He made such an impression on me that I never forgot. I had never seen a helicopter before and watching him land and take off was the most fantastic thing I had ever seen. We all had so many questions for him that day and he was so excited to answer every one of them. I also remember laughing so hard when he pulled stuffed animals out of the various compartments on the helicopter. He would tell us there was nothing there, but then act surprised when he popped a smurf out of the top! Bruce inspired me that day and probably contributed to my career choice as a Mechanical Engineer. My thoughts and prayers are with his family and friends.
Fred Kennedy
June 14, 2023
Six years! The Lord must have needed a good point man. He got the best. We still miss you, Brewster.
Fred Kennedy
June 14, 2022
Five years has not diminished the void that we, who knew him, still feel, but we still have the memories of a very special person. Sky High, Brewster!
Jim Rankin
September 26, 2021
I´m sorry to hear belatedly that Bruce passed. Off and on I´ve been looking for him, thought he was in Connecticut.
We were in the California National Guard together from 1975-1977, he was my platoon leader in the 76th Aviation Group. Bruce kept us in stitches with his wit. One of his sayings while we waiting for higher ups to make a decision was " getting ready to commence to proceed ".
The patch Bruce Designed back in 1976.
Fred Kennedy
June 14, 2021
The years have not diminished our memories of Bruce. His extraordinary spirit lives on in all of those whose lives he touched.
Fred Kennedy
June 14, 2020
Three years hasnt done enough to fill that void in our lives without Bruce. I still reach for my phone to call him, knowing that, even if he doesnt answer, Ill hear his voicemail.
We can still look to the sky and know that he will always be there.
Bruce touched so many lives, and his memory brings a smile to all their faces.
Fred Kennedy
June 17, 2018
Its hard to believe that it has been a year. Bruce lives in our hearts & minds.
RC Franden
July 19, 2017
Talked him to going to Buckboard country show case one nite in 1989 when they were showcasing a new act from Nashville and Bruce was more popular then the act cause people were coming up to him all night oh ya the new act Garth Brooks no one knew Brooks but they sure knew Bruce.
Worth McDaniell
June 23, 2017
Brewster was number 1 in the Atlanta Badapple Flyers, we all were given handles and he was known as Water Boy or Mr Evenrude for landing in water. We always had a good time together and I am a better person for having known The Brewster. You will be missed but not forgotten. RIP my friend.
June 22, 2017
I was a freshman (Plebe) when Bruce was a Junior (Cow) in the same company at West Point. Plebes had to stand in formation before meals and before the upperclassman joined them. So for a few minutes the only people in formation were plebes. It was probably so that upperclassmen could inspect us. We were supposed to look straight ahead and no smirking was allowed. Periodically, Bruce would come out and conduct mock inspections. I don't remember anything specifically, but it was hilarious. Under the guise of a serious inspection, he made it impossible for us to keep our composure for when the rest of the upperclassman joined our ranks. Bruce had a great sense of humor. It is hard to describe but anyone who knew him, knows what I mean. He was by far the coolest guy I knew. His senior year, he bought a Corvette just like everyone else, except his model was a year older and much cooler than the new Corvettes. Our Sophomore (Yearling)summer at Camp Buckner, we were told we were going to get to see an upperclassman ski on his bare feet. On the appointed day, as we all stood next to Lake Popolopen at Camp Buckner, sure enough along comes a skier on his bare feet and to no one surprise it was Bruce. I have not seen Bruce for 50 years, so I may have some of the details wrong; but he has crossed my mind many times. I am sure Bruce was serious when he needed to be; but there is no question that Bruce Erion was the funniest and coolest guy I ever knew at West Point.
Dick Martin
June 21, 2017
So sorry to hear. I served with Bruce in the Old Guard. He was always ready for action. Will remember him as an officer with a sense of humor & compassion. RIP CPT America. Condolences to the family, LTC (Retired) Richard Joslyn, Huntington, TX
Wilson
June 20, 2017
May the God of all comfort strengthen the family during this time of deep sorrow. Those who pass on, God keeps in his memory because they are precious in his eyes. My sincerest condolences. (Psalms 116:15)
June 20, 2017
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
cew wall
June 20, 2017
He was great on TV. I had friends at his station but never knew him. He did a great job.
Robbie Stuart
June 20, 2017
Very sad to hear of Brewster's passing!
Thanks Bruce for the story you did on me after VOYAGER flew. Really miss hanging out with you & the other guys from the old Dooley Helicopters days.
Godspeed old buddy!
FRED KENNEDY
June 19, 2017
Legends never die. When you see a bright light in a dark sky, you can be sure the Brewster is still here.
FRED KENNEDY
June 19, 2017
Legends never die. When you see a bright light in a dark sky, you can rest assured that the Brewster is there.
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