Dr. Bruce Ivins

Dr. Bruce Edwards Ivins, 62, of Frederick, died Tuesday, July 29, 2008, at Frederick Memorial Hospital. He was the husband of Diane Ivins. They were married for 33 years.

Born April 22, 1946, in Lebanon, Ohio, he was the son of the late Thomas Randall and Mary Johnson Knight Ivins.

Dr. Ivins was a scientist for 36 years, at USAMRIID at Fort Detrick. He was a member of the American Red Cross, Frederick County Chapter. He also was a parishioner at St. John's the Evangelist Roman Catholic Church in Frederick, where he was as a musician for many years for church services. Dr. Ivins was a wonderful father to his kids.

In addition to his wife, he is survived by his son, Andy Ivins; his daughter, Amanda Ivins; and two brothers, Tom and C.W. Ivins.

A memorial service will be held at 10 a.m. Saturday, August 9, at St. John the Evangelist Roman Catholic Church, 118 E. Second Street, Frederick. Officiating will be the Rev. Richard J. Murphy. Interment will be private. Reception will be provided at the church parish hall after the service.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the American Red Cross, Frederick County Chapter, P.O. Box 186, Walkersville, MD 21793.

Arrangements are being handled by Keeney and Basford Funeral Home, 106 E. Church St., Frederick. Online condolences may be shared with the family at www.keeneybasford.com.