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Bruce R. Alexander Sr. Died - February 25, 2011 Thompson - Bruce R. "The General" Alexander Sr., age 72, of Blake Road, died Friday, February 25, 2011, at home. He leaves his wife of 51 years, Yvette A. (Cournoyer) Alexander of Thompson; four sons, Russell Alexander of Eastford, Arthur Alexander of Sterling, Bruce "Spanky" Alexander Jr. of Woodstock and Scott Alexander of Thompson; three daughters, Christine Auger of Danielson, Kelly Alexander of Jewett City and Sherry Muttson of Auburn; a brother, Richard Davidson of North Grafton; a sister, Mary Davidson of Webster; 14 grandchildren and three great-grandchildren; several nieces and nephews. He was born in Webster, son of the late Arthur and Jeannette (Brodeur) Russell. He was a retired machine operator having worked many years at the former Anchor Glass of Dayville. He was a United States Army veteran and was a member of the P.N.A of Dudley, the American Legion in Oxford. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, gardening and cooking. He was an avid outdoorsmen. Funeral Services are private. There are no calling hours. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Hospice of N.E.C.T, 320 Pomfret Street, Putnam, CT 06260. Shaw-Majercik Funeral Home, 48 School Street, Webster is directing arrangements.

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Published by Norwich Bulletin on Feb. 27, 2011.

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March 5, 2011

My sincere condolences to the Alexander Family.
Jacquie Deslauriers

Frances Brodeur

March 2, 2011

Dear Evette and Famil
So sorry to hear of Bruce passing. Though we never saw that much of each other throughout the years, I do recall a very memorable family reunion where Bruce was so happy to be with his family and provide such a great time for everyone. What fun we had! I hope the memories of happy times like these help to comfort you in the coming months.
Sincerely,
Frannie

Arthur Brodeur

March 1, 2011

To the family of Bruce,
My prayers and sympathies are with you in this time of sadness.

Tina Deschamps

March 1, 2011

Kelly and family
We are so sorry for your loss. May your memories bring you peace and comfort.

Love
Eric, Tina, Stephanie & Taylor Deschamps

Francine Nichols

February 28, 2011

Spanky and Donna we're so sorry to hear that "the General' passed on.

You have our deepest sympathies.

Love,
Francine, Frank, and Gavin

Kim Trudeau

February 28, 2011

My deepest sympathy to the entire Alexander family.

Connie Hamel

February 28, 2011

Sherry and family ~ thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.

Louise Grenier Pugh

February 28, 2011

To Spanky, Scott and the entire Alexander Family, My deepest sympathies go out to you. Bruce's legacy will live on in all of you.

Penny Shaw

February 27, 2011

Spanky and Donna, I am sorry for your loss and will keep you in my thoughts during this sad time.

Tina Ford-Ferrante

February 27, 2011

Sherry and family
My deepest sympathy to you and your family. He will forever be in your hearts! You will be in my thoughts and prayers.

February 27, 2011

RIP Bruce. You will always be remembered by me. Your great cooking, your funny story about the groundhog, your garden wisdom, and your absolute love of your family.
Pj

Judy Lefevre

February 27, 2011

To my friend Kelly, I am so sad to be reading this about your dad. My deepest Sympathy. Love Judy & Bob

Allan Warrender

February 27, 2011

Bruce, we had a lot of good times, while working at the old plant, and ate a lot of fantastic meals !!!
You were an insperation to everyone, and there are a lot of the old gang, waiting for you ! I know that you are not alone !!!!!
Yvette, you are not alone either !
You are always on our minds and in our prayers !
Let the, " Man Up Above ", guide you,and your family, as your lives, goes on !!!!!!!

February 27, 2011

Alexander family. We are so sorry for your loss. Big hugs to you all.
The Lafrenais
(Thayne's parents)

Charles Beauregard

February 27, 2011

Dear Alexander family-Please accept our deepest sympathy for your loss. My wife and I both worked with Bruce at Anchor Glass and have fond memories of him.
Charles and Charlotte (Woolsey) Beauregard
Ocala, FL

Kelly Alexander

February 27, 2011

Will miss you greatly dad! I will cherish all of the wonderful childhood memories you have created for all of us, from the cookouts to camping to fishing trips, playing horseshoes and listening to good ol' fashioned country and bluegrass music. May you rest peacefully>Love you dad.

Virgil Davis

February 27, 2011

My sympathys to all the family. I knew Bruce at the Anchor glass plant for many years. I worked in the mold shop and Bruce would visit with us there.

February 27, 2011

MY DEEPEST SYMPATHY IN THE LOSS OF BRUCE.

PAULINE MCCLELLAN

John & Karen Clough

February 27, 2011

We are very sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.

Bill Yonush

February 27, 2011

Yvette and the Alexander Family, Please accept my deepest sympathy on the loss of Bruce. I worked with Bruce for many years at Anchor.He was a hard worker and a good person.
My prayers are with you and your Family. He lived life to the fullest and will be sadly missed.

William Salvas

February 27, 2011

To Scott and the entire Alexander family, we are so sorry for your loss. Our prayers go out to you during this time of sorrow.
Billy & Beth Salvas

Lori Basilick

February 27, 2011

Spanky, I'm so sorry for your loss. You and your family are in my prayers.

Love,
Lori

Roni Roy

February 27, 2011

I'm so sorry to hear of Bruce's passing. I went to St Louis High School with Bruce and he was a fun person to know. It has been a long time since I've seen Bruce but I'm sure he didn't change. Take comfort in your memories.
Roni Roy

James Davis Jr.

February 27, 2011

Yvette and family, My thoughts and prayers are with you in this time of sorrow. Bruce (Pops) was a good guy. I got to know him the last ten years and he always made me fell like family. I will never forget that. He will be missed. Rest in peace Bruce

Bill Cobb

February 27, 2011

Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.

Christine Auger

February 27, 2011

Love and miss you Dad

Diane Courtemanche

February 27, 2011

Yvette and family
My deepest sympathy to your family in this time of sorrow. The General was a wonderful man and had a heart of gold. He will be missed by all that knew him. My prayers are with you in this time of sorrow.

Linda/Ovide Cournoyer

February 27, 2011

To All the Alexander's....Our sympathy goes out to the whole family... We will all remember all the good times we shared with Bruce and your family.. I will keep you all in prayer during this difficult time.. May you gather together to support each other and your mother..during this difficult period.

John Mahon

February 26, 2011

Yvette and family,

I am very sorry to hear that your beloved husband, father, grandfather and great-granfather has passed away.

My late father and Bruce worked at Anchor Glass together for many years, and he was a Pall Bearer at my father's funeral in 1988.

We lived next to the Alexander family in the 1960's and our family enjoyed many good times together. Whether it be back yard cook outs playing horse shoes or a trip up to Quaddick lake for swimming and a picnic, we had some very good times together that I will always remember.

Rest in peace Mr. Alexander, it was a great pleasure to have known you my friend.

John Mahon, Jr.

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