Bruce B. Rutterbush

Bruce B. Rutterbush obituary, Waterford, MI

Bruce B. Rutterbush

Bruce Rutterbush Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Coats Funeral Home - Waterford on Apr. 21, 2023.

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RUTTERBUSH, BRUCE BRADLEY, age 66 of Oxford, passed away on Tuesday, April 18, 2023. He was born on December 27, 1956 in Pontiac, Michigan to parents John and Rachel (Risinger) Rutterbush. Bruce was lovingly known as "Uncle Bruce" and "Grandpa Bruce" at Bedient Construction where he worked for 20 years as a machine operator. He was an avid outdoorsman, enjoying everything from hunting and fishing, to camping and bonfires and playing horseshoes. He also enjoyed playing darts, shooting pool and joking around with friends. More than anything Bruce loved his family and friends and will be remembered by all who knew and loved him. Bruce is survived by his children: Bobbiejo (Ken) MacLachlan, Bruce Rutterbush, Jr., Tyler (Rosa Knecht) Rutterbush, and Katelyn (Sergio) Morales; grandchildren: Corey (Sam) Rutterbush, Sergio Morales, Jr., Sophia Rutterbush, Julian Rutterbush, and Bradley Rutterbush; great grandchildren: Olivia Phenicie, Alyanna Rutterbush, and CJ Rutterbush; siblings: Gary (Barb) Rutterbush, Judy Rayment, and Nancy Rutterbush; good friends Mary Alston and Pete; several nieces, nephews, friends, work family, and extended family members. He was preceded in death by both parents; and brother, Lynn Rutterbush. A memorial gathering will be held on Sunday, April 23, 2023 from 3-6pm at COATS FUNERAL HOME – WATERFORD.
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