Bruce A. Vanderpool Sr.

August 9, 1935 - March 11, 2020

PALMYRA- Bruce A. Vanderpool, Sr., age 84 of Palmyra, passed away Wednesday, March 11, 2020, at his home under the loving care of his family. He was born August 9, 1935, at home in Jasper, Michigan to Harry and Eva Mae (Corwin) Vanderpool, and graduated from Sand Creek High School. In addition to farming, Bruce worked in welding and was a shop superintendent at Jet Wheel Blast for many years. He was a member of Holy Family Parish, St. Joseph Campus and the Moose Lodge #1034; he was also involved with the Farmers Antique Tractor and Engine Association, and National Threshers of Wauseon. Bruce is survived by his children: Deborah (Roger) Heath, Bruce (Tammy)Vanderpool, Jr., Kevin (Wendy) Vanderpool, Karen (David) Messer; his long-time special friend Janet Sayers and her children, Jeff (Roje) Sayers and Matthew Sayers; 11 grandchildren, 8 great grandchildren and numerous nieces, nephews; and his partner in crime, Ken (Becky) Wellnitz; sisters-in-law Dorothy and Jean Vanderpool; and extended family members who were very dear to him. Besides his parents, Bruce was preceded in death by all 9 of his siblings. Mass of the Christian Burial will be held on Monday, March 16, 2020, at 10 a.m. at Holy Family Parish, St. Joseph’s Campus, with celebrant Rev. Tim McIntire, O.S.F.S. Burial will follow at Fairfield Cemetery. Visitation will take place on Sunday, March 15, 2020, from 1 to 5 p.m. at Wagley Funeral Home, Adrian, with a time for sharing at 4:30 p.m. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Hospice of Lenawee or Sacred Heart School of Hudson, MI. Online condolences and memories may be shared at www.WagleyFuneralHomes.com.