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Bruce Gustafson Obituary
MILLBURY - Bruce E. Gustafson Jr., 34, died Tuesday Aug. 31st in his sleep at home.
He leaves his daughter, Lylah Gustafson and her mother, Jayde Ditullio; his father and best friend, Bruce E. Gustafson Sr. and his mother, Karen M. (Benson) Gustafson of Millbury; a sister, Kristi and her husband, Derek Gervais of Sutton; a brother, Eric Gustafson of Roslindale; four nieces that he adored, Matilda, Scarlet, Gretchen and Agatha.
Bruce worked by his father's side in the family business for 20 years. His daughter, Lylah was the light of his life. Most of his time was spent playing and laughing with his little princess. Bruce said that being a father was the best thing that ever happened to him. He loved family gatherings and salt water fishing. Always "Captain of the ship".
Family and friends are invited to celebrate Bruce's life by gathering for his visitation on Tuesday, Sept. 7th from 5 to 7 p.m. with a funeral service to follow a 7 p.m. at Mulhane Home for Funerals, 45 N. Main St. in Millbury. To leave a memory or a message for Bruce's family, please visit his tribute page at:
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Tami D
August 31, 2023
Thinking of you all and keeping you in my thoughts and prayers at this very difficult time. Karen and Bruce please know that my heart goes out to you guys..please try to keep the faith that your beloved Brucey is in a better place and mayGod Bless you Both.
Tami
Courtney Crosby
August 27, 2023
This still seems unreal. I have so many memories from the Millbury/Sutton Raider days. He was always protective of me when my brother wasn´t around. He is missed deeply.
Courtney Crosby
John baumgartner
September 7, 2021
I´m so sorry for your loss
Bill & Dianna Benson
September 6, 2021
Our most sincere prayers for you all all.
Robert & Lynn Gogan
September 5, 2021
Bruce and Karen, we often have loved ones pass on to their next home, however nothing can prepare you or remove the sting of loss of a child. Many will tell you that healing comes in time and it does, just not as quickly when it is our son or daughter. Please speaking from the experience of losing a son, Be patient with each other. You will both go through many stages of grieving. Some stages at the sametime, others at different times, the important thing is to remember that when you are sad the the other maybe in an angry stage. Please be patient with others as well, giving condolences is difficult and awkward, when it is a child sometimes the comments may seem inappropriate, but remember the spirit of which the statement was meant.
We will be praying for you and your family. Should you care to talk, yell or cry please feel fee to reach out..
Tami DiTullio
September 5, 2021
It's so hard to find the words to describe just how sorry I am...Karen and Bruce I can't even imagine losing a child...Bruce Loved Lylah so much ...his face would light up the second he saw her and she loved her daddy too..Jayde and Bruce were really excited about setting up a wonderful life for Lylah..I pray that our families will get through this together and that the loss of Bruce will us all very close so that Lylah will be surrounded by love God Bless you all...rest in peace Bruce
Bob Gustafson
September 4, 2021
Bruce Sr. And Gustafson family. We share the same name , though not related. Through My job with city of Worcester DPW. I´ve had the pleasure of meeting and forming a great working relationship with Bruce Sr and Jr over the years. On Behalf of Worcester Sewer Dept / DPW. We share in your grief.
domenic decillis jr
September 4, 2021
Bruce , Karen and the Gustafson family, I am very sorry for your loss of Bruce Jr. As Chief plumbing inspector for the City of Worcester ,myself and my two other inspectors Mark and AL , have had the pleasure knowing Bruce Jr. He will be greatly missed. On behalf of the Plumbing /Gas division of the City of Worcester Inspectional Services Division we are sincerely sorry for the loss of your son. May he rest in eternal peace.
Jim May
September 4, 2021
I had the opportunity to meet up with Bruce many, many times and discuss the various jobs and see his leadership in action. Am sad for this news. My condolences to the family. He was always positive, informed, hard working and serious about his clients' safety. He was mature and took the work seriously. Yet he always had time for a brief chat, a thumbs up or post COVID equivalent of a friendly handshake. I'll miss him.
Konrad Drozdzowski
September 3, 2021
Sorry for your loss.
John DiTullio
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John DiTullio
September 3, 2021
Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.
Courtney Crosby
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Cheryl DeProspo
September 2, 2021
Jayde, Lalah and the Gustafson family.
There are no words that can ease your pain or take away your sorrow. My deepest sincere condolences to you all. Bruce was a nan who loved his family above and beyond all others. I pray that your memories of beautiful times together will help you through this most difficult time . My thoughts , prayers and sympathy are with you. Rest In Peace Bruce.
MaryAnn and John Riel
September 2, 2021
Our deepest sympathies to the family. May Bruce rest in eternal peace.
Manna
September 2, 2021
rom since we were kids without a care in the world, to teenagers that caused our parents grief and adults that work hard for our families you were always and will always be a great son, father and friend. As a great friend I will always wish we had more time but that´s just me being selfish, glad we made the memories we did that will last forever.
Cindy manna
September 2, 2021
Bruce and Karen I´m so sorry for your loss my heart goes out to you and your family
Joe and Jodi Silk
September 2, 2021
Bruce and Karen,
Our deepest heartfelt condolences. You are in our thoughts, and we are here for you.
Pam DeProspo
September 2, 2021
My deepest sympathies to you Jade, Lylah and the entire Gustafson family. Bruce was a hard working young man who loved his family and was taken way too soon. He will truly be missed by all. Rest In Peace Bruce.
Stephanie Lydecker (Benson)
September 2, 2021
We are all sending love and strength your way. In speaking with Kristi, it is evident the love you all had for one another was immeasurable. May Bruce be at peace with MuMu, Papa, Kenny, Susan and our Anne-Marie. Prayers and love, especially for little Lylah. It seems she has gotten more love in her short 3 years than some get in a lifetime. God Bless
-Stephanie, Jon, Loren & Olivia
Geoffrey Spofford and Cynthia Eynon
September 2, 2021
Our sincere condolences to the family.
Bill Benson
September 2, 2021
My deepest sympathy to you all.
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