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James Edward Bruce Sr.

November 5, 2025

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James Edward Bruce Sr., 76, currently of Minnesota, proud Vietnam Veteran of the United States Army, died Wednesday, November 5, 2025.

Visitation will be from 6:00 – 8:00 pm, Tuesday, November 18, 2025, at Downing & Lahey East Mortuary. Graveside Service will be at 10:00 am, Wednesday, November 19, 2025, at Lakeview Cemetery.

Preceded in death by his parents, Robert and Elaine Bruce.

Survived by his son, James “Jimmy” (Kayli) Bruce, Jr.; grandchildren, Quentin J., Pyper L., Tytan E., and Brook-lynne E. Bruce; sister, Patricia A. (Raymond) Bruce-Novak, all of Wichita; former wife, Gloria; Jimmy’s mother, Karen.

A memorial has been established with: National League of POW/MIA Families, 5673 Columbia Pike, Ste. #101, Falls Church, VA 22041.

Services

Visitation: Tuesday, November 18, 2025 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Downing & Lahey East Mortuary
6555 E. Central
Wichita, KS 67206


Graveside Service: Wednesday, November 19, 2025 10:00 am

Lakeview Cemetery
12100 E. 13th St.
Wichita, KS 67206

316-684-8200

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Charities

The family greatly appreciates donations made to these charities in James Edward Bruce 's name.

National League of POW/MIA Families

5673 Columbia Pike, Ste. #101

Falls Church,

VA

22041

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  1. RIP, Jim.
    I was once your neice, and am very glad to have had the privilege of knowing you. You had a good heart.
    Gina


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