"Phyllis & Family, Thinking of you in a very special way. Wish I could have been there for the memorial My prayers are with all of you. Love you."
In loving memory of
Bruce Nelson Staples
Bruce Nelson Staples, 79, passed this life August 27, 2018 at Hospice of the Valley Thunderbird PCU in Glendale surrounded by his loving family.
He is survived by his devoted wife Phyllis of 59 years; daughter Brenda Kagi and husband Bret of Glendale; son Leonard Staples and wife Bobbi of Payson; 8 grandchildren; and 5 great-grandchildren.
Bruce started his career of 30+ years as a machinist and was soon promoted to Supervisor for Garrett Engineering, Air Research, Aerospace, and Honeywell. Once retired he focused on family, tinkering in his garage, fishing and riding around Payson in his Polaris and going to yard sales. He enjoyed listening to country music and watching old cowboy movies.
He will be remembered as a great family man, and will be dearly missed by his family and friends.
Bruce's family would like to say Thank You to H.O.V. Thunderbird PCU for the special care given to him.
Memorial service will be at 5:00 PM Friday August 31, 2018 at Hansen Chapel, 8314 N. 7th Street, Phoenix 85020.
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"Dear Phyllis, Brenda, Leonard and family, I was so sad to hear that Bruce passed away. I am so sorry for your loss. You are all in my thoughts and prayers I hope that your many wonderful memories and the love of friends and family will comfort you as you grieve. Bruce, RIP. Love, Deb"
"My condolences to the entire family. Penny Connor-Gallagher Mt. View"