Ronald Anthony Bruce

Ronald Anthony Bruce entered peacefully into heaven on Sunday, April 5, 2015, surrounded by his loving family. Devoted husband of Charlene Webre Bruce of 33 years and a loving father of John Mathew Bruce (Kristen Martin) and Anthony Santangelo Bruce. Son of the late Mary Santangelo Bruce and Gilbert Joseph Bruce, Sr. A proud grandfather of Elise Gabrielle Martin, McKenna Jolie Martin-Bruce, Isabella Grace Martin-Bruce Brother of Gail Bruce Jacob (Glenn), Michael Peter Bruce (Sharon), Dianne Bruce Barrett (Tommy), James Joseph Bruce (Darlene), Dominic Anthony Bruce (Cherie), and preceded in death by his brothers, Gilbert Joseph Bruce, Jr. and Wayne John Bruce. He is also survived by numerous loving nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends who will miss him dearly. Age 60, a native of New Orleans, LA and a lifelong resident of Luling, LA. ""Ron"" enjoyed gardening, casinos, music, Louisiana fairs and festivals and spending time with family and friends. He was a community leader and involved in activities of the state where he served as Vice President of St. Charles Parish Farm Bureau Federation, inducted into the Louisiana Association of Fairs and Festivals Hall of Fame, former member of the Jefferson Parish Community Chorus and worked for the past 34 years for Concrete Busters of Louisiana. He was an avid collector of Louisiana artifacts. A big part of his life and enjoyment was sharing his devotion to St. Joseph through his St. Joseph Altar in his home to the public. Relatives and friends are invited to attend a Funeral Mass at Our Lady of the Holy Rosary, 1 Rectory Lane, Hahnville, LA on Friday, April 10, 2015 at 11:00 AM. Visitation from 9:00 AM until Mass time. Interment following in Our Lady of the Angels Cemetery, Waggaman, LA . In lieu of flowers, mass intentions are preferred. Express condolences at www.westsideleitzeagan.com.