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Bruce Belden Way, Sr., 87, passed away on February 13, 2018, in Vero Beach, FL.
Bruce was born on March 1, 1930, in Westchester County, NY, the son of George B. Way and Mary E (Holmes) Way.
He attended FD Roosevelt HS and State University of NY at Cobleskill.
He married Nettie Beatrice (Bea) Pratt on May 28, 1949, in Canisteo, NY.
Bruce had various occupations before becoming a self-employed salesman in Poughkeepsie, NY. After one year in Binghamton, NY, Bruce moved to Schenectady, NY, as a self-employed salesman in the food distribution industry before retiring with Archway Cookies in 1983.
Bruce enjoyed boating, camping, playing cards, dancing, and fishing, tennis and pickleball. He was a dedicated Buffalo Bills fan and was friends with everyone. Bruce was a past Commodore of Crescent Boat Club in Clifton Park, NY.
In 1984, Bruce and Bea moved to Fort Myers Beach, FL, before moving to Vero Beach in 2013. Bruce had a wonderful retirement enjoying over 40 cruises.
He is survived by his wife of 68 years, Bea, his children, Joyce and Marlin Klatte of Simi Valley, CA, Bruce Jr and Julie Way of Albany, NY, and George and Denise Way of Vero Beach, 6 grandchildren and 1 great grandchild.
He is predeceased by his parents, a sister Margaret Reed, and a grandson Justin Way.
Arrangements are being made by Thomas S. Lowther Funeral Home & Crematory in Vero Beach. A burial service will be held at West Middlebury Cemetery in East Bethany, NY, in the spring.
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Gary Christensen - Friend of Bruce Jr.
February 15, 2018, 4:44 am
My Sincere Condolences to your Family… Always Remember the Good Times… they will help you through the trying times. Peace…