Geoffrey Bruce
November 9 1964 - April 14 2026
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Obituary
Geoffrey Michael Bruce, of Columbus, Ohio, passed away on April 14, 2026. Geoff was born on November 9, 1964, to Michael and Judith (Hilsheimer) Bruce and was raised in Columbus along with his younger brother Jason. He graduated from Bishop Watterson High School in 1983 and later attended Ohio State University while serving in the Air Force Reserve. Geoff built a successful career as a Chef in Columbus’ restaurant industry and was known not only for his talent, but for his patience and compassion in the kitchen. He was an avid music fan, particularly a lover of local music, as well as a prolific reader. Geoff is preceded in death by his father, Mike. He is survived by his loving wife of 16 years, Wendy; daughter and son-in-law, Rachel and Erik Hansen; brother, Jason; and mother, Judi. To honor Geoff’s lifelong love of all animals, but especially dogs, contributions can be made to CHA Animal Hospital of Columbus, Ohio. Link below the poem.
I sit beside the fire and think of all that I have seen of meadow-flowers and butterflies in summers that have been;
Of yellow leaves and gossamer in autumns that there were, with morning mist and silver sun and wind upon my hair.
I sit beside the fire and think of how the world will be when winter comes without a spring that I shall ever see.
For still there are so many things that I have never seen: in every wood in every spring there is a different green.
I sit beside the fire and think of people long ago and people who will see a world that I shall never know.
But all the while I sit and think of times there were before, I listen for returning feet and voices at the door.
-JRR Tolkien
Contributions
Contributions may be directed to any of the followingCondolences for Geoffrey Bruce
From : Jill and Fred Winer
To : Wendy Bruce
Date: April 25th 2026
Fred &I want to send our sincerest condolences to you and your family?
❤️
From : Dawn Cassady
To : The Bruce family
Date: April 26th 2026
Geoff is missed so much by all of us at his work home in Whitehall. My prayers to your family
From : Becky and Keven Jones
To : Wendy Bruce and Family
Date: April 30th 2026
Geoff was a funny, kind, compassionate and talented individual who would always willingly lend a hand and never expected anything in return. He will be greatly missed and always remembered! My family and I extend our sincerest condolences to Wendy, the family and all of his friends.
From : Marty And Nathan Alderman Phillips
To : The Family of Geoff
Date: April 30th 2026
I’m so sorry for your loss. I worked with Geoff and he always made sure I had food at work, and asked me to email him if I ever needed anything. We shared a love of dogs, and he was a fellow Veteran. I enjoyed our conversations at work, and he was always checking on everyone to ensure they had a great experience. Our family is sending all the love
From : Julie Mott
To : Bruce Family
Date: April 30th 2026
Geoff was always kind and hardworking. You never saw him sitting still. The Discover Whitehall location will never be the same without you 🤍
From : Vanessa Summey
To : The Bruce Family
Date: April 30th 2026
I had the pleasure of working with Geoff and he was always so kind. I am so sorry for your loss. Our family is praying for you all through this time.
From : Patti Hayer
To : Wendy and Family
Date: May 1st 2026
Geoff was a wonderful neighbor. Always willing to take time for a friendly, encouraging conversation. I always looked forward to those conversations usually when he was working in his side yard. I will miss his easy smile and encouraging words. My thoughts and prayers are with Wendy, Geoff's mom, his daughter, his brother and all the other family members and friends who will miss him.
From : Rebekah Mynster
To : Judi and family
Date: May 12th 2026
I was deeply saddened to hear about Geoff. My heart aches for you and your loss. We will continue to keep you all in our prayers.