Bruce M. Gale Obituary (1945 - 2023)

Bruce M. Gale age 78, of Rocky Hill, CT formerly of Duane, NY passed away peacefully Monday, May 29, 2023 (Memorial Day) at Silver Springs Care Center in Meriden, CT. A graveside service will be held with full military honors on Friday, June 9th, at 2:00 PM, at Ladd Cemetery in Duane, NY with Rev. Jane Hill officiating. Arrangements are under the care and direction of Frary Funeral Home. Bruce was born April 4, 1945 in Fort Lauderdale, FL to the late Morton J. and Barbara E. (Moore) Gale. He graduated high school from Franklin Academy in 1963. On November 5, 1965, Bruce joined the United States Air Force and served as a Sergeant and Aircraft Mechanic until July 2, 1969. After the military, Bruce joined the Plumbers and Steam Fitters Local 73 out of Glens Falls, NY, working as a plumber. He enjoyed fishing and hunting and was an excellent marksman. He is survived by his sisters, Brenda S. Boyer and her husband Timothy of Manchester, CT and Karen B. Gale of Madrid, NY; his Aunt Joyce Theune of Albany, NY; his nieces, Danielle Boyer and her two sons Hunter and Jacob of Tolland, CT and Nicole (Kyle) McCann of Manchester, CT, and many close cousins. He was predeceased by his parents, Morton and Barbara Gale. Memorial contributions may be made in Bruce's name to the Duane Fire and Rescue Squad. Condolences may be made at fraryfuneralhome.com.