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Bruce E. Sucher
1947 - 2017
Bruce E. Sucher
1947 - 2017
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Bruce Sucher Obituary
VANDALIA — Bruce E. Sucher, age 70 of Vandalia passed away unexpectedly Friday, March 10, 2017. Bruce was born January 6, 1947 in Dayton, OH and was a 1965 graduate of Fairview High School. He earned his Bachelor's Degree from Duquesne University and his Master's Degree from Xavier University. Bruce began his tenure in Vandalia as a Police Officer in 1976 and served as the Chief of Police from 1984-1987. He expanded his leadership role by then serving as the Vandalia City Manager from 1988-2004.
Regardless of his title, Bruce's primary mission was to be an advocate and ambassador for anything that would better the Vandalia Community. Mr. Sucher was elected to the Vandalia-Butler Board of Education in 2013 and was currently serving as President. He was also a member of the Vandalia Masonic Lodge #742 F&AM. Bruce's imprint on the City of Vandalia is immeasurable. His proudest accomplishment was bringing the Vandalia Recreation Center to life and seeing it become the focal point of the community. Bruce was well known throughout the Dayton area community as he proudly served with various committees, boards, and civic organizations, including the Good Samaritan Hospital Board. He was an avid UD Flyer fan and treasured traveling with his family.
Preceded in death by his mother, Alberta, Bruce is survived by his wife of 41 years, Vicki (Holland); 2 children, Brandon (Kristina) Sucher of Vandalia and Lindsey (Eugene) Granger of Tallahassee, FL; 3 grandchildren, Ava, Blake & Carter; sister, Kenni Lou Walker; brother, Greg (Sue) Sucher, along with a host of other relatives and numerous wonderful friends.
The Sucher family will receive friends in the Butler High School Performing Arts Theater on Thursday evening, March 16 from 4-7 pm. A Memorial Service will be held at 10:30 am, Friday, March 17 at the Christian Life Center, 3489 Little York Rd, Dayton, OH 45414. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Bruce Sucher Memorial Fund, c/o the Dayton Foundation, 40 N. Main Street, Suite 500, Dayton, Ohio 45423. Arrangements entrusted to Morton & Whetstone Funeral Home, Vandalia.
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Jim Hoops
March 7, 2020
Bruce lived on Main St. in Dayton for a while, and we played basketball behind my house. Always liked him, even though he was taller than me I'm sure he is missed by many. God bless.
Edward Lewber
March 31, 2017
I Just heard the sad news of the passing of Bruce. Prayers for his family. Bruce was a really GREAT influence on me when I worked with him when I got to know him in the mid 70s working in his side jobs. Thank you Bruce, you will be missed
March 16, 2017
We did not know Bruce but we know Greg. Greg would talk fondly of his brother, sister and mother. Greg, my husband and I know that there was love and many memories between the two. To the family, we are sorry for your loss and your time of grief. Our prayers are with you at this time. Greg and Deena Bobo
Karlene Bonin
March 15, 2017
Sincere condolences to the family. Gone much too soon.
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Jean Maychack
March 15, 2017
My sincere condolences to Vicki, Brandon, and the entire Sucher family. Bruce served his community passionately, and advocated for our students like none other. God bless you on your grief journey.
Doreen Varuolo
March 14, 2017
My husband, Vince, and Bruce lived together while attending Duquesne University and became the very best of friends. I am greatly saddened to hear of Bruce's passing as I understand what a tragedy this is to the family. Vicki and children I am thinking of you with such a heavy heart. I know Vince greeted Bruce in Heaven with such joy to see him again.
marvin and liz music
March 14, 2017
our thoughts and prayers are with the Sucher family at this time. god be with you all through this sad time
Jim Hoops
March 14, 2017
I used to play basketball with Bruce when he lived on N. Main St. in Dayton. He was tall even then, and I never could win a game. Gone too soon. Jim Hoops
Pam Dunn
March 14, 2017
Please accept my deepest sympathies for your loss; my prayers are with you during this difficult time.
March 14, 2017
Our thoughts are with you. We had the pleasure of working with Bruce on the development and start up of the Northern Area Water Authority which provides drinking water to the Cities of Vandalia and Tipp City.
NAWA Staff
Dennis Huddleston
March 14, 2017
Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.
Bill Peck
March 13, 2017
RIP Chief. It was an honor to work with you at Vandalia PD. You will be missed sir. Retired OSP Trooper
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