Bruce Weems Obituary
Bruce Oliver Weems husband, father and dear friend passed away Aug. 16th, 2020 at the age of 76. He was surrounded by his loving family in his home. Bruce was born in Modesto CA but soon after moved to Flagstaff AZ. Bruce was a proud veteran of the Navy and served in Vietnam War from 1962-1966. He grew up and raised a family in Flagstaff. He worked with the Carpenters union for 35yrs+. He was considered "A Master of the trade". In 1993, Bruce and his Wife, moved to Williams AZ where they enjoyed retirement life. He spent his retirement days in hiking and spending time in the woods with his "Gal" (wife) Cheryl. Bruce was very passionate about family, friends, nature and wildlife. He loved to share his knowledge with others in carpentry, hunting and outdoor skills. Bruce is preceded in death by son Mike Weems, brother Steve Weems, sister Ruby Weems and parents Jack and Clara Weems. He is survived by wife Cheryl Weems (of 54 years), Siblings Jacque and Woody Weems, children Sharon Weems, Gail Stanfield (Chase), and grandchildren Madelyn Johnson, Tanner Jackson, Meagan Duty (Zach), Ashley Rice (Morgan), Austin Kunkle, and Hunter Stanfield. 5 great-grandchildren. A Celebration of life will be held Sept. 26th, 2020 1:30pm-3pm in the green field just past Spring Valley Cabin Parks Az.
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Jeff VanArsdell
September 15, 2020
So long to you, Bruce. You were a larger-than-life figure to me . You probably had no idea how much love and respect I had for you. We differed in many ways, but I believe we came to respect each other other. Although you suffered incredible hardship and loss in your life you kept on going, always ready to share some knowledge with others and to entertain them with your gift of gab .
You were a truly authentic person and an inspiration to me and others. Here's to the genuine quality experiences we shared together. They were good times, and you will be missed by all who knew you!
Dave Stewart
September 4, 2020
So very sad to hear of the loss of such a good man. Bruce was always fun to work with and kept the crews laughing and in good spirits no matter the task. We shared many good times together, he will surely be missed by all who knew him.
Don Atha
September 3, 2020
I was a High School friend with Bruce and was also in the Navy from 63 to 65. I only saw Bruce a few times later in Flagstaff. He was a friend and everyone in town knew him. Wish I could have spent more time with him after High School. Rest in Peace my friend.
Cynthia W Palcich
September 2, 2020
My husband, Bill, remembered with great fondness many dart games in Mountainaire with Bruce. I remember watching him put in our front door with care and genuine artistry, not to mention some cracking good stories. The sun shines a little less brightly today. Thank you for sharing him with us.
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Joe Bullmore
August 31, 2020
Prayers for Bruce's soul and for his family. May you find peace in this time of loss. Bruce and my brother Chuck were high school and Navy buddies. I have a picture that Bruce sent to us of him and Chuck In their uniforms with a cake Bruce's mom made for them.
God rest his soul in peace
Jim Bullmore
August 30, 2020
My brother Chuck Bullmore and Bruce were friends in FlagstaffHigh, class of '62. They joined the Navy together after high school. Chuck passed in 2011. I remember Bruce as being very athletic, easy going. REst well, sailors, your tour is over<ú<ø
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