Fay C. Bruce Jr.

Fay C. "Joe" Bruce Jr. of Williston, passed away peacefully on February 18, 2026. Born in Colchester, Vermont, to Fay C. Bruce Sr. and Vera (Cota) Bruce, Fay lived a life rooted in family, hard work, and laughter. Fay proudly served as a member of the US Army during the Vietnam War. In 1975, he married the love of his life, Sharon (Blow) Bruce, and together they built a life filled with devotion and cherished memories.

Fay dedicated 37 years of service to the Medical Center in Burlington, Vermont, retiring in 2012. He was a hardworking and loyal man who took great pride in providing for his family.

He loved going on the fishing boat and hunting, but more than anything, he loved being surrounded by his family. Fay was known for his sense of humor he was a true joker who loved to tease and pick on those he cared about most. His playful spirit and quick wit will be deeply missed by all who knew him.

He is survived by his three children: Glen Bruce of Savannah, Georgia; Christopher Bruce and his girlfriend Megan Hodgkins of Williston, Vermont; and Heather King and her husband Andrew King of Freeport, Florida.

He also leaves behind four grandsons: Andrew Bruce of St. George, Vermont; Ian Raymond of Williston, Vermont; Jonathon Remick of Williston, Vermont; and Jacob Remick of St. George, Vermont; and two granddaughters, Olivia Bruce of Waterbury, Connecticut, and Kailey Bruce of Williston, Vermont.

Fay is survived by his sisters Diane, Lydia, Shirley, Kathy, and Noreen, and his brother Michael, along with many nieces, nephews, and extended family members who loved him dearly.

He was predeceased by his parents, Fay C. Bruce Sr. and Vera Bruce; his brother Dave Bruce; and his sister Monica Rondeau.

Joe (Fay's) legacy of love, laughter, and devotion to family will live on in all who were fortunate enough to know him.

There will be no public visiting hours. A graveside memorial service will be held on Tuesday February 24, 2026 at 11:00 a.m. in the family lot in Resurrection Park Cemetery, South Burlington.