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Philip Bruder Obituary

Bruder, Philip Rand
76, of Phoenix, passed away on October 6, 2015 in Phoenix, AZ. He was born on December 23, 1938 to the late Earl and Flora (Hill) Bruder in St. Louis, MO. Philip was self employed as a Architect later working for the Department of Public Safety for 19 years. On November 26, 1959 he married Joan Wehmueller in St. Louis, MO. To this union were born 2 children. He was a member of Arizona Highway Patrol Association, the Department of Public Safety, and the American Institute of Architects. He enjoyed motorcycles, being a private pilot, amature dirt bike racing, and day trading stocks. Philip is survived by his loving spouse of 55 years, Joan; daughter, Julie Seagrave; two brothers, Steven Bruder and Bruce Bruder; three grandsons, Eric Jones, Philip Bruder, and Timothy Bruder; seven great-grandchildren, Kale Jones, Cole Jones, Tatum Jones, Trinity Jones, Dylan Bruder, Ethan Bruder, and Nolan Bruder; and many other loving family and friends. He was preceded in death by his son, Scott Philip Bruder in 2009. Private family services will be held at a later date.

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Published by The Arizona Republic on Oct. 11, 2015.

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Sue LeHew

October 16, 2015

Rand was truly a good man, and will be missed by many.

Al & Judi Hayer

October 13, 2015

We are so sad about losing Rand. He was incredible. We miss him as a neighbor and friend.

Al & Judi Hayer

October 13, 2015

We are so sad to have lost Rand. He was incredible and a great friend and neighbor. We miss him!

Al and Judi Hayer

October 13, 2015

We are so sad to lose Rand. He was incredible. We loved having him as our neighbor and friend. He will be missed terribly.

October 13, 2015

Genuinely saddened to hear of Rand's passing. Thinking especially of Joan and Julie - and all your dear loved ones.
Prayers,
Valerie (North) Chloupek
& the entire North Family

Bruce Bruder

October 11, 2015

May you rest in peace,Dear Brother Rand,I have always loved you and will forever,Buck.

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