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1958 - 2005
AGE: 46
CODER, Bruce E.
Decatur
Formerly of Paw Paw
Passed away Friday, April 29, 2005 at Borgess-Lee Memorial Hospital, Dowagiac. Bruce was born September 22, 1948 in Vicksburg the son of Clifton and Sandra McDougal. Bruce grew up in Paw Paw and spent many years in southern Iowa where he met and married Judy Zajec, and graduated from diesel mechanic school. The most recent years were spent in Reed City where he helped raise four children, Kari, Karla, Ben & Brandie who meant th world to him. He enjoyed farming and was also a truck driver for many years. Surviving are his parents, Sandra and Clifton McDougal of Free Soil; 2 sisters, Linda (Rusty) Figg of Paw Paw, Nancy (Larry) Turner of Hersey; brother, Keith (Pam) Morris of Iowa; many aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends. He was preceded in death by a sister Doris I. Jeffer and his grandparents, Ed & Doris Coder. Graveside services will be held Monday, 3:00 pm at Glendale Cemetery, Paw Paw, with Pastor Tim Gunderson of the Lawton Evangelical Mennonite Church, Officiating. Arrangements by ADMAS Funeral Home, Paw Paw. Share a memory or condolence on line: www.timeformemory.com/adams
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There are currently 8 condolences.
Brandi Lynn
jasminerain07@yahoo.com
Tuesday July 26, 2005 at
1:21 AM
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There are so many things that I could begin to say and it wouldn't even equal 1/2 of what I could say about my uncle Bruce. He was always pretty popular with all of us kids growing up. I don't think our family would have been a family without him gracing us with his smile that could spread joy and happiness for miles. Intelligent, strong and just a kind wonderful man with the biggest heart in the world, especially for his kids;Karla,Kerri,Ben and Brandie. (Whom will always be a part of our family no matter what). People say that time heals everything, and it never feels that way but things will get better. He is with Aunt Doris and now we all have the greater feeling of both of them being together to watch over us. I love and miss them both more than anything in the world, we all do--but one thing is for certain; Doris Jeffers and Bruce Coder are two remarkable angels that made it to Heaven.
I love you forever and ever,
*Squirt
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sandra mcdougal
smcdougal@jackpine.com
Sunday June 5, 2005 at
1:40 PM
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bruce was my son and i will never forget him. i can still see and here him. he had a giggle that no one could forget he was always ready to help someone. when he got sick we did whatever we could but we new that the day would come we just didn't know when. i know that he is with my dauther and mon and dad and they are taking care of him. i love you bruce and i will see you again. love mon and cliff
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Linda
mail@figgleaf.com
Friday May 6, 2005 at
9:07 PM
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Bruce was my big brother when I was born. My keeper when I was growing. My friend all along. He had a heart of gold. He believed things should be done right and honest. I will always be proud of my Brother, and I miss him deeply. Now he is with our sister. I pray I will see you both again.
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Terresa Henson
henson5@mchsi.com
Friday May 6, 2005 at
3:52 PM
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Technically Bruce was my cousin, but anyone who knew Bruce will know that he was always so much more than that. I was one of the hundreds of kids that Bruce loved to torment when I was little, but from as early as I can remember, there was never a time when Bruce wasn't there for me when I needed him; even if what I needed wasn't necessarily what I wanted. He always had a nack for knowing what was best.
When I moved to Michigan, Bruce became my Guardian Angel. He stepped in where other people were stepping out of my life and made sure I stayed on the right track.
I don't know who Jack Dempsey is, but I will never forget the Great Bruce E. Coder.
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Sarah
sarahjane@direcway.com
Friday May 6, 2005 at
11:47 AM
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I have many fond memories of Uncle Bruce. In fact many of my phobias started with Uncle Bruce tormenting me as a small child. He was one of my favorite uncles and he will be sadly missed by all. My only happiness is knowing that he touched so many lives and that he was able to be a Dad to someone, Karla Karrie Ben and Brandy are all lucky and I am proud that they are a part of my family. I miss you Uncle Bruce, take care of Toad for me!!!
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Nancy
nancyst@direcway.com
Wednesday May 4, 2005 at
11:54 AM
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I've known Bruce my entire life
I loved him, respected him, and looked up to him, he was my brother, and friend.
He never had a bad word to say about anyone. I wish I had that quality. I will always remember him
smiling and just going with the flow..........
only the good die young
There will never be another Bruce!!!!
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terri vales
Monday May 2, 2005 at
8:41 PM
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only new bruce for about a year, but he was a good man. always knew what to say when things were'nt going so hot. use to have alot of late night and early morning talks and boy did he love to talk! he will be sadly missed! it was a shock to all we had just talked to him at breakfast, but it was his time and now he is not suffering anymore.
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Lorilyn
Monday May 2, 2005 at
6:29 PM
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I just wanted to let you know just what a wonderful man Bruce was, he was a special friend, great dancer, and card player. Im thankful that I got to know him and I will sure miss him. All we can do is trust in the lord that he is in peace and will be waiting for us to join him someday. Bruce had so many loving qualities that certainly made him an angel on earth. I will say a prayer every day for his family and friends.
Cowboy I will never forget you.
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