Bruce Richard Koether

Bruce Richard Koether obituary, Melbourne, FL

Bruce Richard Koether

Bruce Koether Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Brownlie & Maxwell Funeral Service & Crematory on Jul. 26, 2023.

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Bruce Richard Koether was born June 25, 1951 in Melbourne, Florida to parents William & Doris Koether. He passed away July 18, 2023 after a brief battle with cancer.
Mr. Koether worked as an automotive mechanic at South Babcock Motors in Melbourne during the 1980 – 1990 time period, before starting his own taxi cab company.
His hobbies included fishing, riding motorcycles and supporting his favorite sports teams. He loved animals and enjoyed spending time with his various pets throughout his life.
He is survived by his sister Terry Koether; three nephews and one niece of Palm Bay, Florida and his daughter Tammy Tuttle; along with five grandchildren of Melbourne Beach, Florida.
In lieu of flowers, the family asks that a donation be made to your local no-kill animal rescue organization.
There is no service planned at this time.

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