David Wayne Bruce

David Wayne Bruce, 61, Tipton, passed away at 9:10 am Sunday, October 8, 2023, at his home surrounded by loved ones.  He was born July 7, 1962, in Wayne, Michigan, the son of Stephen & Sally (Chope) Bruce.  On November 25, 1982, in Berlin, Germany, he married Simone Rietz who preceded him in death on April 13, 2023. 

David was a 1980 graduate of Harrison Community High School in Michigan.  He served with the United States Army from 1980-1984.  He later served with the Army reserves and then was activated to active duty from 2001-2002.  He worked for Hoosier Spline Broach as a machinist for many years.  After leaving Hoosier Spline Broach, he worked for Chrysler Corp for a while, then left and worked full time horseshoeing through his horse farrier business, DB Horseshoeing.  David’s biggest hobby was running, he was a member of the Kokomo Road Runners.  He also enjoyed riding his bicycle, his motorcycle and trail riding horses with his wife.  David had a passion for music and loved to play guitar, piano and drums.   He was a hard worker, had a heart of gold, was very witty, loved his family and cherished his dog, Klaus. 

David is survived by his mother, Sally Bruce; son, Ben (Stephanie) Bruce; grandchildren, Brianna Bruce and Jaxson Bruce; siblings, Stephen (Lois) Bruce and Tamyra (David) Krapek, along with several nieces and nephews. 

David was preceded in death by his father, Stephen Bruce; wife, Simone Bruce; mother and father-in-law, Werner & Claudia (Krause) Rietz.

A private celebration of life will be held at a later date.  Shirley & Stout Funeral Home & Crematory has been entrusted with cremation.  Messages of condolence may be left online at www.shirleyandstout.com. 

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