Obituaries

Mrs. Bruce was the epitome of warmth, kindness, and friendship to all whom she shared her life with. That never changed over all those years ago when the Bruce's were our next door neighbors growing up. She was the ultimate hostess who could be considered a star of her own Food Channel show or HGTV decorator! We'll miss you so much, Mrs. Bruce, but we know you're with your love, Mr. Bruce, and of course, keeping Eric, our Dad, laughing.

Mom was a wonderful teacher and with Dad's influence, they raised two sons who were taught to be honest and conscientious. We moved from San Antonio to Sherman and then to Dallas. Under the tutelage of our parents, we always made great friends at each place, and begrudgingly left behind those friends we loved. I learned from Mom & Dad the importance of respect, honor, devotion and love which have afforded me the family I enjoy today. They also taught us an invaluable lesson of hard work which I hope I passed on to my three daughters. I am grateful for the nearly twenty years we spent together as I was building my CPA career. I smile thinking of those precious daily moments we shared. Her experience and knowledge were a blessing. Today many clients still inquire about her, and my response is she is Vi is still inquisitively pursuing a conversation...she knew how to make others feel at ease. I know Mom and Dad are together watching Mark and I, in anticipating our next adventures. Cheers, Mike Bruce

How blessed we are to have fate bring the Bruces' to be our next door neighbors more than 55 years ago! While the time spent as next door neighbors was relatively short, the years since have only added to the memories! From "sharing" the alley for bike rides, to summer evening gatherings, to "all neighbors" flag football games with the Connolly's, to camping in Colorado, to July at the Hilton, to family weddings...the shared memories will live on thanks to the gracious hospitality, heartfelt happiness and endearing personality of the one and only Mrs. Bruce! We know Heaven has just gotten a little more fun with Vi as the hostess! Let us always raise a glass to the many gifts Vi shared with us...including her boys! We will keep you both in our thoughts and prayers at this time...with simcere gratitude to you Mark for providing unwavering care for your Mom. May God bless you Mark and Mike and give you comfort at this time. And, may we all share a little of the happiness Vi brought to us with others In our life...in her memory! And,

So many good times could not put them all in one page. Thinking of you Mark as you were her rock and committed caregiver for so many years. You did a wonderful job with your mom and she had so much fun because of your love and support. Know this is a difficult time. It is different when you are the only one in the house. It is also difficult as you always think you could have done more. But you did above more. You will have a time that you may feel guilty for not doing something better or faster. But you were always there when she needed you. That is all that matters.