Obituaries

Jerry miller from Schaumburg , IL

"A great friend who will be truly missed His love of family and friends shows no equal. I will really miss Bruce; to me he was just a great guy . May God bless him and his family during this special time"

Kelly Evans Wood from Canal Fulton , OH

"No words to say how sorry I am. Big Bad Bruce was amazing. He loved you all so much. Missing college times and weddings. Breaks my heart to know you all are hurting. He was a fighter and left a wonderful legacy in all of you. Cheers, Bruce. You did life with energy and love. I sure adore your daughter... thank you for her and the memories of you."

Tim from Connor , NE

"Bruce was a good friend during our years together in Kansas. We bonded having daughters that were classmates and friends as we were both Kansas transplants. Additionally we were both Navy veterans. The entire family will be in our thoughts and prayers. Tim Connor Omaha Nebraska"

Bill herod from Schaumburg , IL

"A good friend who I grew up with, and stayed in touch with, throughout our 72 years. Great guy, great family man, and great friend. He will be missed at our monthly lunches with “the boys”. We’ll share a “toast” to Bruce at all our future meetings!"

Jim & Peggy Nelson from Brooklyn park , MN

"I treasure the time I had to talk with you on the 12th. I talk with Chuck about you and how you're doing often. He is very proud of you."

Sue Kizman from Elgin, IL

"Condolences to you all. What a brave guy! Will always remember the laughs with Bruce, my brother and the group from years ago!"

George Pipis from Boonton , NJ

"Bruce was a great guy. I will always have fond memories of him on the sidelines at our boys’ athletic events. My condolences to the family. Truly sorry for your loss."

Bill Herod from Schaumburg , IL

"A good friend over the past 72 years. A great father and husband who always talked with pride of his family. Will be missed by “the boys” during our every other monthly lunches . Will raise our glasses monthly- in a toast to a great guy BRUCE !"

MarilynTurner from Bailey, CO

"With our love always, Chris, Nissy and Aliya Pipis of Seattle Greg and Lauren Pipis of Colorado Stefanie Pipis of New Mexico Marilyn Turner of Colorado George Pipis of New Jetsey"

Charlie Killeen from Southport , NC

"Bruce was a man of passion and strength. He lived his life with a strong love of his family, his country and his work. He will be missed by all of us who knew him and my prayers are for Bruce and his loving family."

LuAnne Scalley, colleague of Amy from Sandwich, IL, IL

"My thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family."

Ron and Linda Letnes from Blaine, MN

"Chuck, Linda and I express our sympathy on your brother's passing. We know of your affection and frequent trips to Chicago. Chicago was a place of brotherly and family common ground. It is inspiring knowing two brothers can be so close. Certainly, warm memories will linger and nourish your life. God's peace and comfort."

Dave and Suzy Francis from St. Charles, IL

"Sorry to hear about Bruce. He was a fighter. Bruce was patriotic and served his country with honor. He loved his family and was proud of them. He was successful in business and believed in building personal relationships with his customers and colleagues. He will be missed."

Barb (Goetz) Hiner from Assaria , KS

"Linda & Family, I am so very sorry for your loss!! Prayers for you & your family to get thru this time of sorrow! May his soul Rest In Peace!"

Mary & Doug Porter from Salina, KS

"Linda and family. So sorry to hear of the passing of Bruce. Our thought and prayers are with you all."

Mary & Doug Porter from Salina, KS

"Linda and family. So sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all."

Kristina Schrotenboer from Mooresville, NC

"Kristy, I was so happy that I got the chance to meet your Dad at school while we were teaching together. He was an amazing man! I know he was an amazing father and grandfather. Please take comfort in knowing that he is no longer suffering. You and your kids are blessed to have so many wonderful memories of him to cherish forever. Please hug your mom for me."

Carol Kanarowski ( Sikora ) from Chicago, IL

"Linda. So sorry for your loss. I have no seen Bruce in Years. But I will remember all The fun times we had as cousins when we were younger. Are prayers are with you! Carol and Al Kanarowski"

Len Sikora from Antioch, IL

"Linda, my deepest sympathy. He was a great cousin and friend. He will be dearly missed.😢"

Len & Marie Berghuis from Sun City, AZ

"Linda & family we were so sorry to hear about Bruce passing away. Len had a great conversation with him just a few weeks ago. He sounded like good old Bruce. We remember all the great Schwinn Sales Midwest Co. get togethers & parties with Bruce. Fond memories talking & laughing together. He will be missed. Please accept our condolences. Len & Marie Berghuis"

TOM & RUTH CUKLA from Elgin, IL

"Dear Linda and family. Please accept our heartfelt condolences for your loss. Bruce was a friend, as well as a co-worker at Schwinn for 17+ years. Enjoyed his sense of humor, and energetic zest for life and particularly his family. He will be missed. Tom & Ruth Cukla"

Terri (Sikora) Svendsen from Medinah, IL

"May God grant you all HIS peace and healing during this time. I'll always remember the great times all of us cousins had at my parents' house in Roselle. The boys tossing the football around in the backyard and the adults playing cards!!! Great food and great times!!! I'll miss the smile you always had on your face Bruce and your great laugh!!!"

John & Paul DeLong from CHICAGO, IL

"Bruce was my brother's elementary school classmate. Paul and I will always remember Bruce for his smile and love of life. Sincere condolences to his wife Linda and the Sikora family."

Richard Morris from Pueblo West , CO

"It was an honor to know and to have worked with Bruce. Bruce was the most aggressive Sales Guy I've known. He will always be remembered as a hard working professional and a great guy to hang out with. Love you brother."

Steve and Elaine Kuehn from Burr Ridge, IL

"Linda and Family, Bruce was a great guy and I enjoyed working with him for many years at Holland, his passion for life was contagious, he was fun to be around, he always had a good word to say and always brought a smile to my face. Our thoughts and prayers to the family."

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"Dear, sweet Linda , I'm sorry to see that Bruce has passed. I've done a lot of soul searching this past year, about why this kind of pain is such a necessary part of this life journey we are all on. I don't like it; I don't like it when my friends face it; I have never liked that every year we are reminded how Mary suffered for the loss of her son. Catholics. Aren't we a sad bunch. Know that we all care about you and pray that this painful time passes and leaves in its place strengthened relationships in the time we have left till we are with our loved one again."

Nancy & Tim Werve from Geneva, IL

"I only read today that you lost Bruce. He had been ill for such a long time, and we would talk occasionally from time to time. We knew Bruce from scouts when BJ and our son, Nathan, were in the same troop. He always asked about our family and had kind words. That seems like a lifetime ago, both are now married with kids! Please accept our condolences in your loss and know we are thinking about you and your family."

Tim Kane from Hutto, TX

"I'm sorry for your Loss. I knew Bruce only for a short time, I was friends with Charles. I lived at 2054 N. Kildare. I have not been back to Chicago in many years. May Bruce Rest In Peace."