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Bruce J. Radka
1940 - 2025
BORN
1940
DIED
2025
FUNERAL HOME
5200 Sheridan Drive
Williamsville, New York
Bruce Radka Obituary
Jul 20, 1940 - Oct 4, 2025
Age 85. Beloved husband of Kathleen (nee Gilmour) Radka; devoted father of Karen (Dan) Sperrazza, Katie (Patrick) Dineen, Bruce James Radka, Jr. and the late Kimberly Radka.; dear grandfather of Leslie, Zachary, Allison, Donald, Casey, Anthony, Brenna, Melanie, Molly and Owen; great-grandfather of Cillian, Riah, Isla and Noah; brother of Robert (Pat) Rumschik, John (Barb) Rumschik, Christine (Don) Willert, Kathy (Dave) Doyle and the late Dale Radka and Roger Radka; also survived by many nieces and nephews. The family will receive relatives and friends on Tuesday, October 7th, from 2-4 PM and 7-9 PM at the (Amherst Chapel) AMIGONE FUNERAL HOME, INC., 5200 Sheridan Dr. (at Hopkins Rd.). Family will be present at The Well Buffalo, located at 995 Dodge Rd., Getzville, NY, on Wednesday, October 8th from 11-12 PM where a Funeral Service will follow at 12:00 PM. Please assemble at church. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to Hearts for the Homeless. Please share condolences at www. AMIGONE.com
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Memories and Condolences
for Bruce Radka
18 Entries
David Stabler
Yesterday
I just heard about Bruce's passing. What a kindhearted soul and good brother in Christ. Bruce both challenged and inspired all people to be the best person they can be and encouraged them with loving smile. Life took us in different directions, but Bruce left a giant imprint on my heart and life.
Polly (Plewniak) Ortiz
October 8, 2025
Mr Radka was a valued and treasured member of our Parkview community. He always remembered all his "kids" from Dexter Terrace. My brother Dave adored Mr Radka. He even came to my brother´s funeral and we will never forget that act of kindness to our family. My fondest memory was of Mr Radka when he skated in the Parkview Parade in a pink tutoo! A kinder, funny and joyful man that we will miss dearly.
The Plewniak Family
Kostek family
October 8, 2025
Bruce was a great teacher and a great person
Tom Tomschmidt
October 8, 2025
I played softball with Bruce at the Chapel. I looked at him as a father figure and a man of God! And boy did we have some fun at those games. I will miss that smile and that joyful laugh. Keep the arm warmed up my friend, Because we will have a game together up in the heavens.
Brian Beaton
October 8, 2025
I had the privilege of having Mr. Radka as my gym teacher at Dexter Terrace and as my soccer coach at Sweet Home. Everyone has a favorite teacher, and for myself and many others Mr. Radka was that person. He always had a smile on his face and an encouraging word for each of us. Mr. Radka was such a strong, faithful and positive influence for many young people. He taught us not only in sport but in life to respect each other, always try our best and to never give up. My heartfelt thoughts and prayers to the family, and thank you for sharing this great man with all of us. He´s now smiling up in heaven God Bless.
Pastor Dave Kennedy
October 8, 2025
Bruce was a colleague atSweet Home but mostly a brother in Christ as we served together on the visitation team at the Chapel. My sympathies to the family. "Absent from the body, present with the Lord".
Neil McGinty
October 8, 2025
Mr. Radka tought me more as a Phys Ed teacher than any teacher I've ever had. He tought us to be good people, to be kind and to live life with joy and have fun. His spirit was infectious. He was truly one of a kind and I thank God for the privilege of having known him for almost 60 years. May God bless him and his beautiful family.
Glen McClary
October 8, 2025
To Bruce's family,
My deepest condolences for the loss of Bruce in your lives. He was an exceptional man, father, friend and teacher. He was a special member of the Sweet Home family and I treasure the years we knew each other and his undying support of the student athletes and coaches that passed through his presence.
May the many happy memories of him in your lives soften this loss. I will always carry his smile and his firm grip in my heart. He is missed.
Glen McClary
Shannon Keen
October 8, 2025
Mr.Radka was my gym teacher at Dexter, and then I was lucky enough to have him move with our class to the middle school. He was nothing but encouraging, fun, and loving. I would see him years later, and he always remembered me. The world needs more men like Bruce Radka. Sending my love to his family.
Joseph Urbaniak
October 7, 2025
Mr. Radka was beloved by his students. My children loved him in PE class. He certainly was a presence when entering a room. His smile always preceded him. He loved life. We are blessed that our children experienced him so many years ago at Dexter Terrace. Rest in peace Mr. Radka.
Nancy Tryjankowski (Herr)
October 7, 2025
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived. Bruce was a great person. Sending my condolences to his family.
Theodore Niemer
October 7, 2025
I´m sorry to hear of the loss. He was a really wonderful teacher. Enjoyed his gym classes.
Kim Crooks
October 7, 2025
Sad news, condolences to his family! Myself, and many soccer friends have such fond memories of this all time favorite coach at Sweet Home. Always jolly, caring and a great teacher of the game of soccer and the game of life. I can still recite many of his sayings to this day. "When in doubt kick it out." Don´t kick it like a dancehall girl." Rest in Peace Big Guy, you were loved by many!
Rev. & Mrs. Richard S. De Witt
October 7, 2025
Marvel and I are so grateful to God for Bruce and the legacy of love and encouragement he gave to countless others so selflessly. Our hearts are filled with fun and sweet memories of years and years together at The Chapel. Bruce, you are with the only One Who loves you more. Dick and Marvel De Witt, Plano, TX
Rev. Elaine, Fred utech
October 7, 2025
Phenomally fantastic and exciting to our four children as their gym teacher at Dexter Terrace. A favorite teacher to us as parents! Our sympathies to the family. Have a blessed day, as we celebrate his life, now resting in God´s arms.Perhaps they are not stars in the sky, but rather openings where our loved ones shine down, to let us know they are happy! Rev. Elaine, Fred Utech
Gary Hubbard
October 7, 2025
Sorry to hear this news. Mr. Radka worked with my mother for a long time at Dexter Terrace. He affectionately called her mom. My condolences to his family.
Erin Michaels
October 7, 2025
Who DIDN´T love Mr. Radka in PE. I don´t have any specific stories. Just know he was always smiling and loved by all!
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