Obituary of Ralph H. Bruce

Ralph H. Bruce, Sr., 63, of Millville died Saturday, March 5, 2016 at his home under the care of Hospice. He was the son of Clara Pierce (Bruce) Marrero of Millville and the late Lewis E. Bruce, Sr. Ralph had been a Millville resident most of his life. Before his retirement, he had been employed with Wheaton Glass Company in Millville for over 20 years. Ralph enjoyed boating, motorcycling and hanging out at Luigi’s Pizzeria in Millville. He was also an avid Philadelphia Phillies and Dallas Cowboys fan. In addition to his mother, he is survived by his wife, Kathryn Reynolds Bruce; two children, Michelle Bruce and Ralph H. Bruce, Jr. both of NC; two step-sons, Joseph and Jonathan Parker; five brothers, Lewis Bruce, Jr. of TN, Edward Bruce of Millville, Steven Marrero of Millville, Martin Marrero, Sr. of FL and Ricky Marrero of Millville; three sisters, Betty Mosley (Charles) of WVA, Maria Barrick (Bob) of Port Norris and Rita Marrero of Puerto Rico along with several grandchildren, nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his brother, Larry Bruce. Memorial services will be held at Maranatha Baptist Church, 1524 Bridgeton-Millville Pike, Millville on Saturday, March 12th at 1 PM. Arrangements are under the direction of the PADGETT FUNERAL HOME, Upper Deerfield Township. Written condolences can be sent to the family at www.padgettfuneralhomes.com.