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Bruce BRELSFORD Obituary
Bruce Hamilton
71, of Williamsburg, passed away on February 2, 2022.
Bruce received his Bachelor's in Education from Ashland College, Master of Education from the College of William and Mary and later received a certificate in Leadership from Harvard Graduate School of Education.
Bruce spent over 40 years in the Williamsburg/James City County School system as a teacher and in administration before retiring as Principal of Clara Byrd Baker Elementary School. He was a life-long learner and always embraced exploring new hobbies and adventures. He most recently returned from traveling throughout Italy. He was an award-winning photographer, wine enthusiast, rare book collector, martial artist, and fencer. Bruce remained active in the community. He served on the Council for Our Saviour's Lutheran Church and always helped mentor individuals in the community.
Bruce is preceded in death by his parents, Edwin A. and Lillian M. (Urban) Brelsford and brother, Colin C. Brelsford. He is survived by his daughters, Jillian (Sean) Dalton and Carey
(Clifford) Clow; brother Allen (Patricia) Brelsford; and grandchildren, Carsan Dalton, Neal "Ned" Edwin Dalton, Clifford "Tripp" Clow and Grant Clow.
The family will receive friends on Wednesday, February 9, 2022, from 5:00PM – 7:00PM at Bucktrout Funeral Home in Williamsburg, VA. A private service and burial for family will be held on Feb. 10th at 1:00PM.
If desired, memorial contributions may be made in Bruce's name to Our Saviour's Lutheran Church, 7479 Richmond Rd., Williamsburg, VA 23188.
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Julie Trail-Walker
February 9, 2022
I worked with Bruce in the W-JCC school system from 2001-2005. I was new to the area and the system. Bruce always offered a kind and gentle word of encouragement and support. Offering my condolences to the family.
Bill and Barbara Shaal
February 8, 2022
A talented and interesting man. Enjoyed working with him through our church; Our Saviour's Lutheran in Norge.
Hoyt Davenport
February 7, 2022
Bruce was a great easy going guy to work with. I always enjoyed my conversations with him. He and I both had an interest in photography.
Bob & Judith Nilson
February 6, 2022
We are so sorry to learn of Bruce´s declining health and his recent passing. Bruce never truly aged in the 34 years we have have known him. We hope he died peacefully.
Rebecca Finifter Wrotny
February 6, 2022
Sending love and peace. Thoughts to Jill and the rest of the family.
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