Bruce E. Bird, age 64, of Hannibal, MO passed away at 12:20 pm Monday, September 26, 2022, at Hannibal Regional Hospital.
The family will host a service celebrating Bruce's life at a later date.
Cremation arrangements are being handled by the Smith Funeral Home & Chapel of Hannibal.
Bruce was born on June 14, 1958, in Hannibal, MO the son of Deward "Sandy" and Anna (Smyser) Bird.
He was united in marriage to Louise Culp on June 12, 1989, in Hannibal, MO. She survives him of the home.
Other survivors include a daughter, Rachel Jordan (David McNeal) of Hannibal, MO; son, Nicholas Davis of Idaho,step-sons, Andrew Rhodes (Debbie) of Hannibal, MO and Dale Rhodes (Darlene) of Hannibal, MO; step-daughters, Tela Epley (Kent) of Hannibal, MO and Tonya Smallwood of Hannibal, MO; several grandchildren; numerous great-grandchildren and extended family.
In addition to his parents, Mr. Bird was preceded in death by his father and mother-in-law, Bud and Hooty Culp.
Bruce graduated from Hannibal High School and worked as a mechanic and various jobs around Hannibal. His last job before his health forced him to retire was at Ennis Paint Factory in Saverton.
Bruce was a jack of all trades, he enjoyed tinkering in his garage, working on his 1973 Cuda and working on projects around the house. Fishing, playing pool and throwing darts are a few of the things Bruce enjoyed doing in his free time. When time allowed Bruce could be found watching Westerns, Army movies and Star Trek. Bruce loved his family and cherished every moment spent with them.
Bruce was a member of Christian by faith.
Online condolences may be made to the family on Bruce's memorial page at www.smithfuneralhomeandchapel.com
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