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Bruce McLellan Obituary
Bruce Edward McLellan, 67, of Middletown, CT, passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on July 12, 2023. He was born on February 12, 1956, in Hartford, CT. Bruce was a giving and thoughtful person, father, brother, and friend. He had a passion for NASCAR and was an extraordinary mechanic. Bruce took great pride in being a "townie" of Portland and enjoyed spending long summers at his vacation home in Maine.
Bruce is survived by his son Robert McLellan, and grandson Devin Tosto of Middletown. He is also survived by his twin brother Brian McLellan, and wife Debbie of East Hampton, brother Alan McLellan and wife Rosemary of Naugatuck, brother David McLellan and wife Ann of Asheville, NC, brother Arne McLellan of Middletown and sister Amy Angelini of North Branford. He was also a loving uncle to many nieces and nephews. Bruce was preceded in death by his parents, Arnold and Barbara McLellan of Middletown, and brother Joel McLellan of St. Petersburgh, FL.
Bruce attended Middletown High School and went on to have a successful career as a mechanic. He worked at the family business, Colonial Auto Sales in Middletown, and later became one of the lead Ford Technicians at Town and Country Auto Sales, also in Middletown.
Bruce McLellan will be deeply missed by his family, friends, and all those whose lives he touched. His memory will forever be cherished.
Services will be held on Friday, July 21st at Portland Memorial Funeral Home, 231 Main St., Portland, CT from 5-7 p.m. with a Memorial Service from 6:30-7:00. Burial will be private at the family's discretion.
A Celebration of Life Picnic will be held at the Portland River Front Park on August 27th from 1-6. Family and friends of Bruce's are invited to enjoy a day of food, music and sharing memories.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in Bruce's name at Middlesexhealth.org
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
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Ray Skiffington
February 7, 2025
RIP old friend/ Town and Country co- worker.Thanks for the laughs and the memories. Drive that serious Signature Series Town car high my friend.
Rich and Carol Philippi
September 26, 2023
We just heard about Bruce's passing and wanted to offer our deepest sympathy. Bruce was a hard working guy who always had a smile on his face when he stopped in. It is the way we will always remember him. Our condolences to his family.
Herbert white
August 17, 2023
My condolences to the family. I have know Bruce every since middle school. He was a very good friend. He was a great guy, we were always cool.
Kathy Maura
July 22, 2023
RIP Bruce. I knew you from Middletown High and Newfield St. My condolences to the family.
Cheryl Raymond
July 22, 2023
My deepest condolences to the McLellan family for the loss of a very special person...I have lots of great memories of Bruce and his "sassy" comments. He was a straight shooter like myself and we had great times. He is probably making a joke about us now in Heaven lol.... He is missed
Louise Rzeczka
July 21, 2023
To the McLellan family, i am very sorry for your loss. Rob you will be in my thoughts and prayers.
Lucille Motta Carbo
July 21, 2023
With Deepest Sympathy to Brian and Family,You guys always work on my cars ( Lincoln´s) and my fathers cars. Great car family!!!! My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Kerry T McEnaney
July 20, 2023
I remember Bruce and Brian from school.Just good guys.My condolences to Brian,Robert, and the McLellan family.RIP
Jillene Mann
July 19, 2023
So very sorry to the family of Bruce. I gave do many great memories of him from high school and will always cherish them. Rest in peace my friend!! Jillene
Susan Pytlik Krajewski
July 19, 2023
I was very sad to see that Bruce had passed. Like Barbara Gregg, I too was close to him when I was married to BMATT & even remember going to his son´s baby shower when they lived at the bottom of Bretton Road. My deepest sympathy to Brian & Debbie & the rest of the family. The thought of those carefree times bring a smile to my face. Sending peace, comfort & love
JEANNINE JANICKE SWEET
July 19, 2023
My sincere condolences to Bruce's family. I was the family's babysitter for many years when the McLellans lived across the street from my family in Cromwell.
Mike Bankowski
July 19, 2023
No words describe how it feels loosing Bruce ... Was always a father/ grandfather figure to me consistently. He´s family ..
Will love and miss him dearly .
Jimmy & Rachel Ghezzi
July 19, 2023
To the McLellan Family,
We are so sorry for your loss. Please know we are thinking of you all during this difficult time.
Larry Kowalski
July 18, 2023
Condolences to the family.. will be missed by many.. Larry & Blanche Kowalski
Karen Perruccio
July 18, 2023
I´m so sorry to hear about Bruce. I use to see him riding around Portland. We´d alway wave to each other or say Hi when we saw each other. Went to school with him. Have known him for a long time. Will miss seeing him drive around. Karen Perruccio
Tammy Pagan
July 18, 2023
Brian and Debbie my deepest condolences .To the Rest of the Mclellan family my condolences too
Phillip Anderson
July 18, 2023
bruce you were always a great friend and you will be missed brother R I P
Cheryl
July 18, 2023
Such a nice guy. I´m glad I got to be friends with. Always helped me with my Lincoln´s in past. And other vechicles. You will be missed
Barbara Gregg
July 18, 2023
To the Family - so sorry for your loss. I have fond memories of Bruce from years ago (our younger years) at all our parties on July 4th.
Sending peaceful vibes for comfort to all - truly Barbara
Scott Sambor
July 17, 2023
may he rest in peace!!!
Edward Bero
July 17, 2023
Rip man.Bruce was a great guy and good friend.
ROD GOULETTE
July 17, 2023
Bruce had a nick name for everybody. You will be missed Buddy. We will see you on the other side.
CUSTOM RODDER
Ginger Duclos
July 17, 2023
One of the best darn mechanics around!!! He rescued me more than I can count! So many fun times also...my most sincere sympathy to his family and friends...RIP Bruce...you will never be forgotten....
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