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Bruce Java Obituary
Bellair Bluffs, FL: Age 67, passed away on November 27th, 2015 in New York City due to Non-Hodgkins Lymphoma.
He is survived by his three children Stephanie Joshi (Arif) of NYC, Bruce Java Jr. of Rochester, NY, Charles Java of Dunedin, FL; a twin brother Robert Java (Denise) of Fairport, NY; two sisters Michele Ameigh (Michael) of Liverpool, NY, Suzan Nuzzo of Federal Way, WA; and four granddaughters. He lost his beautiful wife of 35 years, Dorothy, in 2011.
He served in the Navy in Washington, D.C. and on the USS Gridley DLG, where he earned the "White Hat of the Year" award during a tour of the Gulf of TomKin in 1969.
After serving in the Navy, Java graduated from SUNY Alfred with an AAS degree in Business, followed by a BS degree in Business from the Rochester Institute of Technology.
He lived in Fairport, NY for over 40 years and worked in various telecommunications sales position for both Rochester Telephone Co. and Time Warner Cable.
A memorial service celebrating his life will be held in Fairport, NY on December 12th, 2015 at 9:30am at Bethlehem Lutheran Church in Fairport, NY.
In lieu of flowers please consider a donation to Bethlehem Lutheran Church in Fairport, NY or St. Paul's Lutheran Church in NYC.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for Bruce Java
December 12, 2015
Bruce truly was one of the good guys. I think of him and the fun we had working together all the time.
Tom Green
Larry Davis
December 8, 2015
Bruce was my first boss when I started working at RTC in June 1985. Always smiling, always moving, a lot of energy and positivity. Loved his kids and his wife dearly - they were the favorite part of his life
Marcia Preston
December 7, 2015
I am so sorry for your loss. I knew Bruce many years ago at OHS. My prayers are with your family.
Cindi Crowley
December 7, 2015
Bruce was a true friend and wonderful mentor. He will be greatly missed.
Dirk Schumacher
December 7, 2015
I am so sorry to read of this. Bruce was truly one of the really good ones and he'll be missed. My thoughts go out to the entire family.
December 7, 2015
Bruce gave me an opportunity at Time Warner Telecom for which I have always been grateful. He and Dottie were wonderful and will be missed. My thoughts and prayers are with your family.
Pat Hogan
December 7, 2015
I worked with Bruce at Rochester Tel.
We had fun in those days. We went on
a customer call one time and the car
was full of cheerios from his children
I pray that he is resting in peace with
his wife and is happy.
Linda Edstrom
December 7, 2015
So sorry for your loss. It seems like just a few years ago we were all walking to School 11 - laughing and having fun.
Don Campbell
December 7, 2015
I'm so sorry to hear of your lost. I worked with Bruce on many occasions at Rochester Tel and Time Warner. He always had an uplifting spirit and a great smile. It was a pleasure working with him. My thoughts and prayers are with the family.
Gerry Brophy, RTC coworker
December 7, 2015
Our deepest sympathies to Bruce's family. In each other you may find comfort, strength and joy in rememberance of a great person.
December 7, 2015
SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS. I WORKED WITH BRUCE IN SALES AT RTC. HE WAS A GREAT FRIEND.
FRANK KASE
Karen Giambra
December 7, 2015
My deepest sympathies to his family. I worked with Bruce at Rochester Tel many years ago. He was always kind and knowledgeable. God Bless.
Carol- Greg Shapiro
December 6, 2015
So sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers go out to you all.
Bonnie (Gardiner) Buchanan
December 6, 2015
My heart aches for the whole Java family! I'm glad you all had the family gathering in OBX! Much love from Olean
Sarah Zielinski
December 6, 2015
Bruce, Stephanie, Chuck, and all of the family I am so very sorry about your dad. He was a great, kindhearted humble man and always welcoming from my memory of him. You are an amazing family in your support of each other. Whatever your religious beliefs may be, I believe you'll see him again someday. Your parents left a lasting effect on myself and many others. I was privileged to have known him. Love and prayers for you all.
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