Bruce Nielsen 73 of Ossining passed away in the early hours of Sunday morning, June 30, 2024. Bruce was born on September 12,1950 to the late Howard and Emma Nielsen in New Rochelle NY.  He was raised in Yonkers and Hartsdale NY. On May 24,1981 he married his beloved wife Patricia, who predeceased him on December 25, 2020, after 39 years of marriage.

Bruce is survived by his two daughters Jennifer Huntington and Heather Nielsen(William Twardy), as well as seven grandchildren, and five great- grandchildren. In his later years, Bruce cherished spending time with his grandchildren, Emma and Willy, always showing limitless patience for Willy's endless questions and long phone calls.

Throughout his life, Bruce worked in sales, dedicating the majority of his career to Procter & Gamble and later to Garelick Farms Milk Company. He had a keen interest in bowling and golf, and playing the accordion. Bruce was an active member of the Ossining Elks Lodge for many years and was a devout Catholic.

Bruce will be greatly missed by all who knew him, especially his family, which was always his top priority.

To honor his wonderful life visitation will be held on Sunday July 7th  from 4-8pm at Leach & Thomas Funeral Home, 45 S.Highland Ave, Ossining NY. A Funeral Mass will be held at Holy Name of Mary Church, 110 Grand St, Croton on Hudson, NY at 10am on Monday July 8th

In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made in his name to Maria Fareri Children's Hospital.

LEACH & THOMAS FUNERAL HOME

45 S. Highland Ave

Ossining, New York 10562

914-941-0840