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Memories and Condolences
for BRUCE WOOLPERT
Steve Scott
January 6, 2015
I worked for Bruce for only four years at the quarry. All I can say is, it was a shock to hear of Bruce's passing. I'm glad to say I had many conversations with Bruce, both in his cubical office and in the field, the Brigantino area where I operated the spreader. He was a great man, a leader and an inspiration to many. It goes without saying he is and will continue to be missed.
Dan Zahlis
March 18, 2014
I took an unorthodox approach when completing a Graniterock employment application back in 2000. I received a call on a Saturday morning. A kind voice said "Hi, this is Bruce Woolpert, CEO of Graniterock. You submitted an employment application to my company. Only one other person has completed an application like that and he already works for me. I don't know what job you will fill for us, but I am certain you will work for us." When I met Bruce, I foolishly insisted that I work in my established profession. I have regretted that decision ever since. I will never forget the lesson Bruce taught me through this experience. I am deeply saddened by the loss of Bruce Woolpert.
Daniel Groat
October 22, 2012
I am so sorry to learn of Bruce's passing. I had looked forward to getting together and possibly meeting the family. He touched so many people's lives. He was a model of how to live life. He always had such an easy sense of humor. He loved to tease me about coming into the dorm room smelling like bacon. If I can ever be a resource to the family, please let me know.
My deepest condolences
Susan Berman
October 7, 2012
My sincerest condolences to the Woolpert family. I only jut heard the tragic news today. As a member of the GSB Class of 77 (the year following Bruce's), I knew him and his boyhood friend Wes Clark (who was in my class). Many an afternoon while cheers rallied over us from the Stanford football games, we three were studying in the GSB library. What a sad loss.
Bob Ingersoll
August 23, 2012
Bruce and I grew up in Watsonville and attended both E.A. Hall and Watsonville High, graduating in 1970. Bruce was a true gentleman and his passing is a great loss for all that knew him. We missed him at the WHS 40th Year Class Reunion, but his generosity was greatly appreciated. God bless you Bruce and I'll see you when I see you.
Isaac Whitworth
August 2, 2012
I was was sad to hear about this. Bruce was a good man, employer. My experiences with him in the office, the field, the quarry, meetings, or bbq's etc. Bruce always greeted everyone with bright eyes & infectious smile. And he knew everyone who worked for him by name. He had an impact on my life the last 8 yrs I was with Pavex & the Quarry.
Bruce in gone in flesh, but not in Spirit & certainly not forgotten!
donald tibbitts
July 23, 2012
good men are hard to find. you were a good man. you will be missed.
Chris Kocher
July 20, 2012
In Memory of Bruce Woolpert- a Great Guy and a Life Well Lived
As I sit down to collect my thoughts and reminisce about Bruce, I have many fond memories of him. Over the years I knew him in many roles and circumstances: as a boss, a friend, a trusted advisor, a husband, a father and most importantly, a great human being.
Although many of the specifics elude me now, I always enjoyed working with and being with Bruce. As they say, I may not remember exactly what he did in certain circumstances; I may not recall specifically what he said at times; but I do remember how he made me feel. And I always felt like he genuinely cared and was willing to do whatever it took to help out. No problem was too big. The odds were never too long. If there was anything he could do to help – he would.
I will forever think of him as a smart, genuine, considerate, open, hardworking, fun-loving, supportive, trustworthy, loyal friend. Whenever I was with him, he created a great atmosphere of camaraderie, spirit, and fun.
Even though we'll miss him enormously, he'll always be a part of us. Because of him we are all better people and that certainly is one of the best measures of a life well lived. Everyone around him is better for having known him.
In summary, I thought I'd try to capture some feelings in a short poem.
Bruce,
Where you go now, we cannot follow
Our paths diverge and stray
But our bonds to you are strong
So you can help to guide the way.
Now you're a part of all of us
And we toil not on our own
You are always with us
And we are not alone.
God speed
Alyssa
July 20, 2012
I'm sorry for your loss.May you find comfort in the God of peace.
Hoss Nasseri
July 18, 2012
Bruce,
Rest in peace my friend. Your guidance and presence in my life has changed my life forever. I wish peace for your family and eternal celebration of your life.
Kyle Harmon
July 13, 2012
My deepest condolences to the Woolpert family, I met Bruce when I was in middle school, my mom Brenda Harmon, worked for Granite Rock at the time. We has always supportive and always asked how I was doing in school. He donated material so that my High School FFA could build a school Farm and awarded me a scholarship when I entered College. For that I have always been grateful. Gods Speed Mr. Woolpert
Delorme Mckee-Stovall
July 11, 2012
Such a terrible loss. My deepest condolences to Bruce's family and employees.
Linda Giudice
July 10, 2012
I am so sorry to have just recently learned about Bruce's untimely passing. His vibrant mind and infectious enthusiasm for everything and everyone will be sorely missed. My deepest condolences go to his loving family and his dedicated employees, staff, and colleagues.
Colin Jones
July 9, 2012
I was heartbroken to hear about Bruce. GraniteRock worked on many Caltrans projects and Bruce was one of the most articulate and enthusiastic supporters of transportation infrastructure whom I've ever met. His leadership in the industry will be sorely missed. And he was such a positive, friendly person.
Clambake For A Cure For Brain Tumors
Susan Curtis
July 8, 2012
I was saddened to read of Bruce Woolpert's sudden death. I worked with Bruce for many years when he was with Hewlett Packard in San Diego and also in the SF Bay Area. He was a transformational leader and believer of the HP Way and he practiced both in everything he did. Our paths crossed again several years ago when my family's Winery sponsored the Golf & Grapes Clambake for a Cure For Brain Tumors Charity Event in memory of my late husband, Lonen Curtis, who also worked with Bruce at HP. The event is done in conjunction with the AT&T Pebble Beach Pro Am and has many Monterey/Carmel sponsors. Not only was Bruce a personal sponsor of our event but a wonderful and caring friend. We talked about the transformational leadership skills, processes and methodologies I was involved in developing at HP during Project TMO, the transformation of HPs Test and Measurement Organization, and how they are still applicable today for any business, project or individual endeavor. I will miss him tremendously and my heart goes out to his family.
James Vaughn
July 7, 2012
My condolence goes out to the family for your sudden loss. This was a real shock! Prayers strength for family in their time of need.
Morgan Flager
July 6, 2012
Bruce has always been a mentor to me. A shining example of how to do business with integrity, treat people with honor and successfully balance work and family. The world needs more people like Bruce Woolpert -- and unfortunately just lost one. You will be missed, but not forgotten.
Gary & Renee Smith Jr
July 6, 2012
Our hearts go out to the family, & our prayers to help you thou this tragic lose,,,
former employee 20+ yrs
John Granger
July 5, 2012
Yesterday was a sad day for me. It was a reminder of the great work that Bruce Woolpert did for Santa Cruz county with the annual Fourth of July concerts we did together for many years. As the Music Director of the Santa Cruz Symphony, I loved those programs. Bruce brought some of the best talent to the event each year, and gave me the opportunity to work with such greats in popular music like the Temptations, Little Anthony and the Imperials, the Rascals, and many others.
Bruce was an honorable and exceptional businessman who was the model corporate citizen. He gave back so much to the community he loved.
It is unbelievable that Bruce is gone. My prayers and thoughts are with his family and friends at this tragic time.
John Larry Granger
William Kenville
July 5, 2012
What a loss for so many people. Bruce and Steve were always good Scouts and classmates. If I can be of assistance, please call on me.
LARRY WYMORE
July 4, 2012
AS A 32 YR. EMPLOYEE OF THE WOOLPERTS (RETIRED 1996),I MET BRUCE WHEN HE WAS 14 AND EVERYTHING THAT WAS COMMENTED ON ABOUT HIM IS ALL SO OVERWELMINGLEY FACT AND THEN SOME. HIS PERSUIT OF SAFTEY FOR HIS FELLOW WORKERS SHOCKED ME THE WAY BRUCE MET HIS FATE. HOPEFULLY HIS DREAMS WILL CARRY ON. LOVE TO HIS FAMILY.MISS YOU BIG TIME ALREADY BRUCE. LARRY N ALOHA WYMORE IN CEDAR FALLS, IOWA
July 4, 2012
Fly safe Bruce you are missed
Michelle, Lucas , and crew Le Clair family
July 4, 2012
Our condolences to the Woolpert families. They are dear to us and always will be.
Death is nothing else but going home to God, the bond of love will be unbroken for all eternity. Please let us know if we can be of any Service to you.
MB
July 3, 2012
I've been reading these numerous messages and am awed. Jeez! I wish I had known Bruce. God speed.
July 3, 2012
As the pastor of the Watsonville Presbyterian Church that nurtured Bruce Woolpert and his parents for many years, I send the prayers and sympathy of the entire congregation to his family, Rose Ann, Marianne, and Arthur.
Pastor Bruce Rowlison,
Pastor, United Presbyterian Church, Watsonville
Dee Kim
July 3, 2012
On behalf of Ricoh USA, we offer our condolences to Bruce's family and employees. It's a small world and this tragedy affects all of us as a community. Our thoughts are with you at this difficult time.
Tom Peterson
July 2, 2012
I met Bruce while working with the Federal Highway Administration in Sacramento in 1992. We worked very closely togehter to help launch a quality initiative. Bruce was a wonderful person and a great leader. He will be missed. May we find comfort in the love of Lord and Savior.
Adele Abrams
July 2, 2012
I am so sorry to hear of Bruce's passing. I got to know him while on staff with the National Stone Association and provided some legal services to his company. He was well-recognized as a leader in the industry and a genuinely nice person, a real gentleman! My condolences to his family and employees.
Yara Lizarraga
July 2, 2012
I met Bruce at HP when he was the Marketing Manager of what used to be the Personal Software Division. I was his secretary for a few years and he was a great boss. I am so saddened to hear of his passing. My condolences to the family.
David Newcomer
July 1, 2012
Bruce was a great manager and a wonderful, caring person. I knew him when I worked at PSD at HP. My heartfelt condolences go to the family and friends.
Anthony Alamillo
July 1, 2012
I admired his stand becoming anti-union. He stood up for what he believed.
Sara Lautenbach
July 1, 2012
May the memories give you the strength and courage to go through this difficult time. I worked with Bruce nearly 30 years ago and he was a smart and thoughtful colleague.
Grant Brians
July 1, 2012
Bruce will be missed by so many. Condolences to the family and friends.
Tom Glassanos
July 1, 2012
I am saddened by your loss. I knew Bruce at HP years ago. He was one of the smartest, most creative, and genuine people I've ever met. He was a wonderful person and will be missed.
Rudy Oakes
June 30, 2012
My deepest condolences for the family left behind. He was a bright spot in life and his light was diminished far too soon. I am sorry for your loss.
Marsha Turley
June 30, 2012
My condolences to the the friends and family of Mr. Woolpert. My father retired from Granite many years ago, and has since passed on, but he was thankful for the opportunities while there.
People gathered in the Funeral Services for Mr. Bruce W. Woolpert on June 30, 2012, at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Saratoga,CA
Hongde Hu
June 30, 2012
Over a thousand people attended the Funeral services for Mr. Bruce W. Woolpert on June 30, 2012, at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Saratoga,CA
Hongde Hu
June 30, 2012
Lupe De Leon
June 30, 2012
my prayers to the family, i know the pain that you feel, I lost my brother Tony Ponce in 2008 working for Granit Rock. Time will help you heal a bit but the pain never goes away! may God bless you.
Robert Enz
June 30, 2012
Dear Woolpert family,
Our most deep condolences, Bruce was always available, ready and willing to discuss, or stratagize, was always there to help in anyway he could. This will be greatly missed. He has built a great team, and I beleive they will help you and the construction/aggregate buisness through the shock of losing a great asset to the industry. Bruce will be very sadly missed, and always remembered. You are all in our thoughts and prayers.
Sincerely,
Robert Enz and Family
Lorraine O'Shea
June 30, 2012
I want to express my deepest sympathy. Although I have only spent a week in January 2011 and 2012 with Bruce teaching Algebra at his company to groups of 8th graders from Rolling Hills Middle School by CSUMB professors and student assistants, I feel as though I know him much longer. He was such a generous and caring indvidual. I know he will be greatly missed by all the lives he has touched including mine. My prayers are with your family. The last words I remember Bruce saying to me at the final celebration in 2012 with students and their families was "So, are you going to do it next year?" I am so sad that Bruce will not be here to see that happen again.
Sincerely,
Lorraine O'Shea
CSUMB Math department
Bill Gates
June 30, 2012
Dear Woolpert Family,
The loss of Bruce is a terrible tragedy. The construction Industry will truly miss this giant man who continued to believe in the value of an honest days work in the construction industry. My heartfelt sorrow goes out to you all. You will be in my prayers.
Sincerely,
Bill Gates,
President of Top Grade Construction Company
Jesse Gonzalez
June 30, 2012
Dear Rose Ann, Marianne, and Arthur, My deepest condolences goes out to your family. Bruce was and will always be a remarkable person, he made an impact in the lives of everyone he met and he made a tremendous impact on my life. He was a incredible person whose death comes as a shock to me, but he will alway be remembered as a great man, mentor, and friend. He will be deeply missed, but never forgotten. Your family is in my thoughts and prayers. Jesse Gonzalez
Tila Guerrero
June 29, 2012
Dear Rose Ann, Marianne, Arther and entire Woolpert family, after my traumatic shock, I am beyond words and heartfelt sadness on Bruce's accidental death.
Please know that my most sincere condolences and prayers are with you.
I will dearly miss a great man who was a giving mentor and awesome role model to me. Tila Guerrero
Edmondson Vukasovich Maleta
June 29, 2012
My family's priviliged association in Watsonville, California with the Bruce and Betsy Woolpert Family and sons Bruce and Steve during the 1950's, and 60's forever changed my life, and I shall always treasure their unconditional love and support. "To whom much is given, much is expected." Bruce Woolpert is a hero! We offer our love, prayers, and thoughts to his beautiful family. With great sorrow,
Edmondson Vukasovich Maleta
June 29, 2012
I am so sorry for your loss. Bruce was such a nice man and was a shining example of good in life, both personally and professionally. He leaves an indelible mark of that goodness on so many. He was one of my first friends upon moving into town and made me feel so welcome...all the fun pool parties, quarry adventures in the Scout, and that smile and gleam in his eye; which often meant he was up to something, always planning the next great adventure for a bunch of wild teenagers. He was always a leader. My heartfelt sympathies ~ Bruce will be missed.
~ Carol McGrath, Watsonville, California
David Obershaw
June 29, 2012
Greatness sometimes walks among us. Bruce was a great businessperson and a great human being -- as evidenced by these many tributes. For 29 years, I have been so thankful that I went to work for Bruce at Hewlett-Packard when I started my career. He served as an extraordinary mentor and friend to me ever since. He possessed an extraordinary mind, worked tirelessly, and was completely dedicated to making our world just a little bit better every day – things we should all aspire to. Whether it was providing a world-class working environment, taking extraordinary care of customers, or making the time to help someone in need, Bruce made our world a dramatically better place. His kindness and leadership have had a profound impact on everyone he touched. He was a brother to me, and my heart goes out to everyone close to Bruce as we all come to terms with this extraordinary loss.
Tami Battaglia (Garcia)
June 29, 2012
I am so sorry for your loss. Bruce was a wonderful, giving man who took care of his employees and their families very well. Thoughts and Prayers to all.
Lynn Carver
June 29, 2012
Our condolences to the Woolpert and Graniterock families.
Lynn Carver
Dees-Hennessey, Inc.
Kristen Cunningham
June 29, 2012
You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.
Abel Campos
June 29, 2012
My condolances to Rose Ann, Marianne, Arthur and brother Steve and his family.
I have many fond memories of working at Granite Rock.
Joan Van Sandt
June 28, 2012
We are sorry , saddened & shocked to hear of Bruce's Passing .
Our Hearts & sincere Condolences go out to The Woolpert Family .Bruce was a Great man ...He will truly be missed
Joan Van Sandt & Family
Robin Wolaner
June 28, 2012
I met Bruce in YPO and always enjoyed his gentle humor and generous spirit. My sympathies to his family. What a lovely man he was.
Ellen L.
June 28, 2012
Bruce was an inspiration to everyone he met. He will greatly be missed. My sincere sympathy and condolences to his family. Thank you Bruce for giving me the opportunity working with you.
Larry Bonine
June 28, 2012
It is hard not to cry when I think about your passing but I catch myself smiling when I think of you, your sense of humor and readiness to laugh. You and Rosemary, together having the best piece of bass either of you ever had. Darn, we miss you.
Lynda Tolley
June 28, 2012
On behalf of the local community in Santa Clara county, thank you for supporting nonprofits throughout... you are a great man and a wise leader. Sincerely,
Lynda Tolley
United Way
Daniel Burkhard
June 28, 2012
Thank you Bruce. You are why I choose to contribute to Graniterock's continued success. Your integrity, your work ethic, your commitment to the company's principles you authored made it clear to me early on ...that it was personal.
Your company is personal... I have not just worked for this company, I have worked all these years with you for the good of this company, the community we live in and the life principles we believe in.
Thank you Bruce for this privilege.
God Bless you, keep you and reward you for all your effort and good you have done.
Eileen, Bruce & Bruce J. Blauberg
June 28, 2012
Dear Rose Ann, Marianne and Arthur we are so sorry to hear of your loss. We will keep you in our prayers.
Tom Nassetta
June 28, 2012
What an incredible loss. Our condolances to his family and everyone at Granite Rock. They have lost the best Boss anyone ever had.
Lori Countryman
June 28, 2012
Bruce was such an inspiration. His genuine caring for others is something I will always remember. I had the pleasure of working with him and know that I am a better person for it. I will never forget how he personally affected my life and my families. I only hope and pray I can honor him by paying it forward for others with the same loving care. I pray God will comfort his family, we are so sorry for your loss.
CJ & Steph
June 28, 2012
So sorry to hear about your loss ... condolences to you Rose Ann, Marianne, and Arthur. Your family is in our thoughts and prayers.
Juergen maschmeyer
June 27, 2012
I started working for Granite Rock company at age 22 and Bruce Gave me more than words could ever explain...It is because of Bruce I now work as a custom job Estimated..I am now 50 years old and have not only enjoyed my growing with in the Company But lost a real dear friend of mine..No man could ever be is kind and giving as Bruce has to all of us at Granite Rock...He was Our Rock and mentor I will never ever forget what he has given to me and all my Family..my prayers go out to all the woolpert Family....I will miss my dear friend
Note to Bruce from a student at Algebra Academy
Hongde Hu
June 27, 2012
Gregg Fisher
June 27, 2012
Bruce was a great leader and a great inspiration to all of us. He had the biggest heart of anybody I knew. He would meet somebody once and remember their name forever - he truly cared for everybody he met. He will be sorely missed.
Vern Scott
June 27, 2012
There simply are no words powerful enough to express the heartfelt sorrow that we all feel.
It was my great pleasure to work with Bruce, and he was truly a leader and an innovator in every sense.
God bless the family in this time of sorrow.
Bruce in GraniterRock/CSUMB Algebra Academy
Hongde Hu
June 27, 2012
Mario Ferraris
June 27, 2012
My dear friend Bruce, (and somebody said some time ago that a friend is a brother that you have the chance to select), asked me; when my dad passed away "tell me what have you learned from him". That simple question gave me the chance to tell him all about my dad, what I had learned from him and that gave me peace. Today, I am reflecting about all the good moments I spent with you Bruce and your family, all what I learned from you and all the pending things that I still have to do in order to be a good man like you, my friend. That thinking is giving me peace again. I will miss you so much.
My prayers go out to you my friend, Rose Ann, Marianne and Arthur.
Dick & Arlene Mann
June 27, 2012
Dick retired from Granite Rock, being a large part also while Betty and Bruce, Sr. were in charge. Our condolences go out to Roseanne and the children, as well as to Steve and his family. We know Bruce will be greatly missed.
Dick and Arlene Mann, Redding, CA
June 27, 2012
Our prayers are with the Woolpert family. Bruce was a great man and a leader in our industry. Such a tragic loss.
Mike Ruddy
Allied Concrete & Supply Co., Inc.
Kristen Atkins
June 27, 2012
Bruce generously agreed to speak at the Monterey County Adult literacy conference a few years ago to share his stories and commitment to adult literacy. I was honored to have met and worked with him and will continue to share his stories and goal to help improve adult literacy in our county. He was an inspirational man who was dedicated to the mission of lifelong learning for his employees and their families.
With great respect,
Kristen Atkins, Chartwell School
June 27, 2012
So sad to hear the news about Bruce. He was an incredible role model, inspiration and classmate, with such rare gifts of insight, yet so uncommonly kind and unassuming. He truly made the world a better place in which to live.
Patricia Jones
MBA, Stanford--1976
Eric Taylor
June 27, 2012
Bruce,
Thanks for the great memories camping with your family and the whole gang at Pico Blanco! You will be missed by many...
Tom Cooper
June 27, 2012
Bruce's rare combination of smarts, common sense, optimism and encouragement will continue to inspire those of us who knew him. He will be sorely missed.
June 27, 2012
Our thoughts and prayers are with the Woolpert family.
Bruce was a genorous and inspiring man, and will be greatly missed.
Steven M Basarich
Great West Equipment Inc.
Tahoe City Marina
June 27, 2012
We the owners and staff of TCM are saddened to learn of the tragic loss of Mr. Bruce Woolpert and want the family to know that our thoughts are with you now in this difficult time.
Owners & Staff of
Tahoe City Marina
Kristien Hebison
June 27, 2012
So very sorry for your loss. I met him only once when myself and a co-worker were lucky enough to go to a meeting and afterwards go to tour the company. I work at Dryco Construction, Inc. and know all of us here will feel the loss. May God Bless the family, friends and co-workers in this tragic time.
Sincerly,
Kristine Hebison
Rose Smith
June 27, 2012
Roseanne, I was so saddened to hear of your sudden and tragic loss. Please know that you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Jim Swertel
June 27, 2012
Roseanne & Family,
On behalf of SCCRHS, I send our deepest sympathy on your loss of your husband. Bruce will always be in our prayers as he has a place in our hearts as he loved our model trains. He supported us tremendously through the years as our great sponsor. May God help you through the days ahead and reassure you that Bruce is with our Lord in Heaven.
June 27, 2012
Sincere condolences to the Woolpert family. Bruce will be greatly missed in the Construction Industry.
Kurt Nicholson
Mark Nicholson, Inc.
Adam Kaiser
June 27, 2012
It's all been said, and still … and still there's more. With Bruce Woolpert, who seemed timeless, there always was more. He was a man of incredible intellect and boundless compassion, and he never seemed to lose his ability to enjoy every kind of human connection. He appreciated humor in all its forms as much as anyone I've ever known. He seemed to welcome – with open arms – all those interesting moments in life that happen when you're least prepared for them. Now, that which we admired most in him is even clearer in his absence. We are left to embrace a past full of his spirit and to carry his remarkable example forward.
Megan Horton
June 27, 2012
Roseanne, I am so sorry to hear about Bruce's accident. I was shocked to hear the news from my mom, and I feel so bad for Spencer and MaryAnne. You have such a good family, it is so tragic that something like this happened. My regrets and condolences - Megan Horton
Mary Zoeller
June 27, 2012
My sympathy and prayers go out to the Woolpert family.
I had the good fortune to work for Bruce at HP early in my career. For many of us from that period, Bruce remains the most visionary, respected and loved mentor and friend with whom we have ever worked. And the most influential as well. A true gift to have known and learned from him. May you find peace in his love and memories. God bless you in this time of sorrow.
Jana Baumann
June 26, 2012
I thank the Woolpert family for making it possible for hundreds of Watsonville school children to participate in live theatre in their local public schools. What generosity; what leadersip.
Robert Johnson
June 26, 2012
So sorry to hear the sad news about Bruce. The Woolperts were friends of the family and my Mom had the pleasure of working there many years. Went to High School with Bruce - he was always a great guy, and it looks like his professional life was no different.
RIP Bruce.
Lloyd Thomas
June 26, 2012
I would like to say thank you on behalf of my family for Bruce Woolpert. I really just met him a few months ago when my father passed away. He was so generous to my father and our family over the 30 plus years he worked for Granite Rock. I know my Dad loved this man and always appreciated his incredible kindness. He also said Bruce was a rare and special person in his position. I was so proud and honored to have met Bruce and send my deepest condolences to his family and Granite Rock God bless you as you move forward without this special man.
Thank You Bruce I am proud to have met you, and thank you from my Father who loved you soooo..... much.
Lloyd Thomas and family
Jill Johnson Carolan
June 26, 2012
Can't find the words to express the sadness at the passing of Bruce. My Mother, Doris Johnson, taught Bruce to run the switchboard @ GraniteRock when he was only 9yrs old. My Father, Gene Johnson, was his teacher at WHS. The Woolpert family was important in our lives. I know that Bruce & Betsy were so proud of him. When I worked at GR he was very good to me. A generous, caring, ambitious, intelligent man. My condolences to the family and dear friends.
Isabel Ferraris
June 26, 2012
He was, he is and he will be the most extraordinary personality I ever met. His work ethic and generosity was always above and beyond the imaginable. I feel great honor to have him as personal friend for over 30 years. Bruce Woolpert you were the kind of a person that anyone should aspire to be. You will be dearly missed by all that knew you and all that had a chance to meet you. I'm glad that you were in my life and it saddens me to know that I will not have another chance to see you and chat with you. You did many great deeds that you and your family can be very proud of. Goodbye my dear friend. Rest in Peace
June 26, 2012
We are so so sad to hear this news.Words can not describe how we feel for your family. We have had so much fun bumping into you at Tahoe. We will be praying for all of you as you go through this tragedy.
Archie It has been so much fun getting to know you back in the days of LACS. We are so sorry you have to go through this loss. We will be praying for God to give you all the strength you need in the coming weeks.
May God bless your Family
Russell, Jeffrey, and all the Conway Family
Ben Snow
June 26, 2012
I was shocked to here about Bruce. I have been blessed to be able to work at Graniterock and with Bruce. I enjoied talking with him and hearing his story's, his advice, and what he saw me doinging in the future with the company. Bruce was an amazing man, always friendly, smiling, and cared about all of his employees.
Every time we talked he always talked about Arthur and Marianne, no matter what we were talking about, something would remind Bruce of them. Bruce was so proud of both of them.
Bruce thank you for everything you have done for me and believing in me. Graniterock will not be the same with out you.
Rose Ann, Arthur, and Marianne, I am truly sorry about your loss. Bruce will be missed.
Mike Beatty
June 26, 2012
I'm so sorry to hear the news of Bruce's passing. My father worked for his father in the sixties and seventies and I had the opportunity to spend time with Bruce while he was attending UCLA. One memory I have is driving his Olds Cutlass in Southern CA. Bruce handed me the keys and said have fun. I was only sixteen or so. Later I worked for the company during the summer. He was a great guy and treated me well. On behalf of my family we are truly sorry for your loss.
Stephanie Bokariza-Ivanov
June 26, 2012
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Christine Thompson
June 26, 2012
Dear Rose Ann: On behalf of my brothers and sisters, Daniel, Kathleen, Maureen, Colleen, John, Dennis, and Elsie, we offer you our heartfelt condolances on your loss. I was privileged to meet Bruce at your wedding, which you so graciously invited my mother Eileen to attend, and I know how much your parents admired and loved Bruce. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Your neighbor growing up on Romelle Ave, Christine Thompson
Ward Bushee
June 26, 2012
Bruce Jr. was an enlightened, brilliant leader who cared about the future of Watsonville and California. He was groomed from an early age to run Graniterock by his parents Bruce Sr. and Betsy, who were once Glemar St. neighbors and remained close friends of my late parents. My condolences to his family.
Chris Watson
June 26, 2012
We are shocked and deeply, deeply saddened. Roseanne, Marianne, and Arthur you will remain in our thoughts and every prayer. Please let us know if there is anything we can do to help you through this time. We will always remember Bruce as the kindest of souls. He is in God's hands now.
felipe Espinoza
June 26, 2012
Hello ms bruse im so sorry to hear about your lost i was thinking about you the other day i wish your family the best and may bruse rest In pease i worked with him many year he truly is one of a kind
Felipe Espinoza
Artemisa Cortez
June 26, 2012
I had the pleasure of meeting Mr. Woolpert when I was Principal of Edward A. Hall Middle School. He came to meet with our students during a motivational assembly. He was a very generous man and I could tell that he was proud of being a "Falcon". My deepest thoughts and prayers go to all his loved ones.
Artemisa P. Cortez, Principal
Renaissance High School
Mark Gross
June 26, 2012
My deepest condolences to the Woolpert family. Watsonville has lost yet another part of it's history and much, much too soon. My thoughts and prayers go out to Rose Ann, Marianne, Arthur and brother Steve. My heart is heavy with sadness.
Deborah Cunningham
June 26, 2012
So sorry to hear about Bruce! He was one of a kind. Debby Eddy (Cunningham)
Linda Wilshusen
June 26, 2012
So sad about this great loss to the Woolpert family & to our community. With deep sympathy,
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