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He was born on July 22, 1965, in Amsterdam to the late Carol Roby Wilson and Robert O'Shaughnessy. He attended local schooling and worked in the production industry. Bruce moved to Las Vegas, Nevada in 2016 and returned to Amsterdam in 2024. Bruce thoroughly loved his family and friends. He will be greatly missed by all who had the privilege of knowing him.
Bruce was predeceased by his parents, as well as his siblings Carol Martin, Lawrence Wilson, and David Wilson.
He is survived by his children Bruce O'Shaughnessy Jr., Chanell Bier, Kyle VanSlyke, Justin (Justina) VanSlyke, Janessa VanSlyke, Devin Salvione, and Kadin Salvione; bonus son Dennis Bier; grandchildren Kaiden O'Shaughnessy, Gavin VanSlyke, Briella VanSlyke, Camron VanSlyke, Mason VanSlyke, Landon VanSlyke, Quegan Bier, Maria Bier, Nelson Bier, and Amia Poultney; companion Cheryl Dezolt and her children Brianna Panasiuk and Sharlene Dezolt of Las Vegas, NV; sisters Bridget O'Shaughnessy, Dawna (Patrick) Whelly, Elaine (Robert) Baker, Sonia Wilson, Joyce (Johnny Mantilla) Wilson, and Gert (Mark) Branch; brothers Brian Wilson, Ricky Burton, Jamie Wilson, and Fred Wilson; god sisters Kim Teabout and Stacy Drew; along with several nieces and nephews who loved their uncle Bruce.
Bruce's arrangements have been entrusted to Betz, Rossi, Bellinger & Stewart Family Funeral Home, 171 Guy Park Ave, Amsterdam, NY 12010. A graveside service will be held on Thursday, May 22, 2025, at 2pm at Green Hill Cemetery, Church Street in Amsterdam, where Bruce will be laid to rest next to his mother. A celebration of life will follow at The Century Club, 130 Guy Park Ave, Amsterdam, from 3pm to 6pm.
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nadine Mathias thomas
April 18, 2025
Bruce, I have been on this site at least 30 times because I refuse to believe you are gone. The memories that you have left me with are so crazy, right up to this last one thatbI had to call you about, smh. No matter how far away you were, the phone or the book always connected us. Just the biggest thank you for being a brother to me and always stepping up to defend me even when I had it covered..lol. vI live ypu so much but you already know that because I told you every single time we had any kind of contact. Man give Jimmy my hug please. Until I get there..S.I.P.
Tommy Jones
April 18, 2025
My deepest condolences to the family of Bruce. God Bless my friend. Our memories will always keep in you alive in my heart.
RIP Bruce.
Tami
April 13, 2025
There will NVR be another like you Bruce!!! My heart is so heavy right now
Julie
April 13, 2025
Rest in peace Bruce'. Keeping your family in my thoughts & prayers.
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Sharlene DeZolt
April 13, 2025
Bruce, words cannot begin to express how much you meant to me. I'll always cherish the priceless memories we had and the irreplaceable bond we shared. You were my best friend and it feels like a part of my life is gone. You will be in my thoughts and terribly missed every single day. You will always be in my heart. See you again someday until then rest with the angels Dad. I Love You.
Cheryl DeZolt
April 13, 2025
Forever In my heart. Until we meet again my love
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