bruce  anderson
Bruce L. Anderson of Weirton passed away at the Weirton Medical Center on Saturday, September 11, 2021; he was 67 years old. He was one of three born to Thomas and Gloria Webster Anderson on September 27, 1953. Bruce was a member of the 1972 graduating class of Union High School. He was employed for over thirty years with the former Weirton Steel as a heavy equipment operator. Bruce was always working, if he was not working in the mill, he was working at home on his automobiles or his lawnmowers. In addition to his parents, Bruce was preceded in death by his wife, Susan Gail Anderson who passed on November 4, 1994, and whom he married on November 25, 1975. Bruce is survived by his daughter, Ashley Anderson, and his adoring grandsons, Avery and Archer Boatright, all of New Manchester, brother Thomas (Sharon), Anderson of Paris, Pa., sister Leslie (Ron) Vukelich of Saint Cloud, Minnesota. The family’s request for cremation has been honored. Therefore, respecting Bruce’s wishes, no memorial service will be conducted. Friends wishing to make memorial contributions in Bruce’s name can do so by donating to the Hancock County Animal Shelter, 715 Gas Valley Road New Cumberland, WV, 26047. Share tributes and memories at www.grecohertnick.com

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  1. Anderson Family, Our deepest sympathy to all on the passing of our cousin Bruce. Thinking of you all! Fadse family and Bonnie and Zak Snyder

  2. Bruce and I are only 17 months apart in age. Bruce was my childhood playmate, running through the yard with our cowboy and cowgirl outfits, riding our tricycles in the unfinished basement when we were little, sharing a bedroom for 8 years, he in one twin bed and I in the other, him climbing into my bed as the nightlight was near me and using our hands to make animals on the wall in the shadow of the light, making sure we got in the house before dark before the boogey man came up over the hill in the backyard. Bruce was the boy who climbed on his mother’s lap at 8 years old to be rocked even though she was very pregnant with our younger brother, Tommy. Bruce was the child who need the most discipline of the three of us as a child but he adored his parents as an adult regardless of that. Bruce loved our paternal grandfather deeply. When Grandpap died, Bruce told me he lost his best friend. I saw him grow into an adult and a single father who totally adored his daughter, spoiled her rotten. I see Bruce’s quick wit and the ability to not let life’s struggles get him down in my son. Bruce was a strong man who overcame his alcohol addiction on his own with his own determination and was sober for over 20 years. Bruce was a complicated individual who chased his own personal demons much of his life. Bruce was the brother who cleaned up after working in the mill and came to mom and dad’s every evening to see me and my family when we were back home. Mom and I dubbed him, “Mr. Clean” when he was younger as he was always fastidious about being clean and neat. I will forever cherish my memories and love him forever. Bruce’s demons have been quelled and I pray he has found peace. Your are forever my Brucee and I am your Geegee. Rest in peace, my love.

  3. We are so sorry to hear about the loss of your dad! Lots of love and prayers to you and your family! Love, Angie, Sarah, and Lizzy Howells


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