Bruce A. Gilmore

Bruce A. Gilmore, age 86, passed away on April 23, 2014, after an extended illness. Bruce was born March 26, 1928, in Manito, Illinois, to Effie and Roy Gilmore. He grew up in rural Illinois attending school in Manito and Pekin. He also attended Colorado State University, graduating in 1980. He married Naomi Elaine Sullivan on May 21, 1950, the beginning of 50 years of married life. They made their home in Cheyenne, Wyoming until 1965. They moved to Oscoda, Michigan where they lived until 1968. He served as First Sergeant in the 360th Tactical Electronic Warfare Squadron in Vietnam. He served other assignments in Korea and Cheyenne. Bruce enlisted in the Navy in 1944 to serve in the Pacific during World War II. During his tour in Vietnam, he was awarded the Bronze Star. He won numerous other awards during his military career. Bruce was an active member of Boy Scouts of America for over 25 years where he received the Silver Beaver award. He served in various capacities in scouting from Scout Master to Committee Chair. He served as a paramedic for Fort Collins Ambulance Service from 1969 to 1975, leaving that occupation to return to college to earn his Bachelors degree. After attending CSU, he worked for the Larimer County Sheriff's Department until his retirement in 1996. He was devoted to his family and encouraged their growth throughout their lives. He enjoyed being with people. Bruce traveled extensively throughout the continental United States after his retirement from the Air Force. He enjoyed attending bluegrass festivals and activities that involved his grandchildren. He is survived by his two sons, Allen Mary of Katy, Texas, and Steve Judy of Cheyenne, Wyoming; four grandchildren and four great-grandchildren; sister, June McCarver and numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his mother, father, wife, brother, Robert, and sister, Shirley. A memorial service will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Friday at First United Methodist Church Chapel, 1005 Stover St. Friends may send condolences to the family at bohlenderfuneralchapel.com. Memorial contributions can be made to Hospice of Larimer County, in care of Bohlender Funeral Chapel, 121 W. Olive Street, Fort Collins, CO 80521

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Bruce A. Gilmore

March 26, 1928 - April 23, 2014