Bruce Virgil Obituary
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2/20/1956 – 8/27/2025
Bruce was born to John and Mary (Herrera) Virgil in Sidney, Nebraska on February 20, 1956. He passed away peacefully in Pendleton, OR on August 27, 2025, from heart failure, and went to be with his Lord and Savior. Bruce was the middle child of 5 boys; Gary, Mike, Gabe and Rodney and also had a stepsister, Marla.
Bruce worked 16 years as shop manager at Hermiston Tire and Auto, 4 years at Morrow County Grain Growers in Lexington before moving to Pendleton and working for Pendleton Grain Growers until they closed in 2010. Bruce then went to work at Kenworth Parts and Sales where he was employed at the time of his death.
Bruce married the love of his life, Christy, in 1994. They enjoyed 31 years of marriage. Bruce enjoyed hunting with his family, horseshoe art, woodburning, fishing and playing darts.
Bruce was preceded in death by his mother and father, and brother Mike. He is survived by his wife Christy, his children, Brendon, Eric, Cynda and Bryan, and step children, Sarah Coller and Joe Bourrie. Bruce also left behind 22 grandchildren and 3 great grandchildren.
Timothy 4:7. I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith .
Bruce loved and lived with all his heart, so please remember him with a smile on your face.
A graveside service will take place at Heppner Masonic Cemetery on Tuesday, September 2, 2025 at 11 AM. A reception will immediately follow at the First Christian Church in Heppner. All are welcome to attend.
Sweeney Payton Mortuary has been entrusted with the arrangements. Please leave your condolence messages for the family at sweeneypaytonmortuary.com.
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