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BRUZAS, Michael A.
Michael A. Bruzas, 57, of New Britain died on Sunday, (August 7, 2011) at home. He was the beloved husband of Myrta (Ortiz) Bruzas. Born in Ft. Riley, Kansas, son of the late Albert J. Bruzas and Virginia Chauvy of Southington, he grew up in Plainville, moving to New Britain 11 years ago. He was employed by Kronenberger & Sons Historical Restoration Co., Middletown for over 15 years. Michael enjoyed family gatherings, camping and fishing in his spare time. Besides his wife and mother, he leaves his two sons Schon M. Bruzas and Carrie Sheldon of Bristol, Jered A. Bruzas and Viviana Alonzo of New Britain, his brother Mark Bruzas of Middlefield, his sister Joy Bruzas of Bristol and one grandson Schon M. Bruzas, Jr. In addition, he leaves many beloved in-laws, nieces, nephews and faithful friends. He was pre-deceased by his sister Sherry Phaneuf.
His funeral service will be held on Wednesday, 10 a.m., at Burritt Hill Funeral Home, 332 Burritt St., New Britain, followed by a Mass of Christian, 11 a.m., at St. Mary's Church, New Britain. Burial will be private. Calling hours will be held today from 6 to 9 p.m., at Burritt Hill. Memorial donations may be St. Philip House, www.stphiliphouse.org or to the Plainville Food Pantry, 54 Canal St., Plainville, CT 06062. To share a memory with the family, please visit us at www.burritthill.com
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Maureen Heslin
August 4, 2023
You´ll be in our hearts forever. You always come up in our conversations and memories. Just last Friday night we were all out celebrating and we said Bates loved this cake!!
Maureen heslin
August 4, 2012
Still missing you Bates! Friday night is not the same without you! We love you.. .moe and lou
Kathy Badolato
August 19, 2011
My heart is heavy to hear of "Bates" passing. Though we have not seen each other in many years, as a young person he was a friend and a gentle soul. My sincere sympathy to his family.
leslie Blanchette (christensen)
August 19, 2011
my thoughts and prayers are with the Bruzas family during this very sad and difficult time. I went to school with "Bates" he was fun loving good guy and I have fond memories of him. Class 1972
Gay Schwalbendorf
August 13, 2011
Jered, Please know that you and your family are in my prayers. Just know that you are loved.
Lisa Burke
August 12, 2011
My most sincere & deepest condolences to your family. I always loved everyone in your family, good people.
He will always be remembered in the hearts & memories of many.
Peace & love to you.
R.I.P.
Viviana Alonzo
August 11, 2011
You will always be our heart and our daily prayers. Love Vivi
Lorena Alvarado
August 11, 2011
Jered, I am soooo sorry for the lost of your dad. I had the privilege of meeting him. A wonderful person may god have him in heaven and my prayers for your family may god you the strength to console you in your sorrow.
Maureen Heslin
August 11, 2011
We love you Bates and will miss you forever! Love Moe and Lou
Vet Mason
August 10, 2011
Bruzas Family,
Please forgive me for my loss of words at this time. My condolences.
Laurie Gonzalez
August 9, 2011
Joy, I am so sorry to hear about the loss of your brother. My thoughts are with you and your family at this time. -Laurie (Mills), PHS '77
Andrea Luty
August 9, 2011
Jered, please accept my sincerest sympathies to you and your family - I lost my dad just one month ago today and it is still very difficult, may your family and friends and your memories help ease your loss over time.
Kristina Gwinn-Crisologo
August 9, 2011
Dear Joy and Family,
I wish your family peace of heart. When you feel empty, fill your heart with happy memories and you will find your smile. Take comfort in one another and know I am an ear to listen, a hand to hold, a heart to share, a friend who cares.
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