Died February 22, 2021.

Albert Einstein Academy, Westlake, OH

Superintendent

Obituary:

was born September 30, 1956 and passed away February 22, 2021. Beloved husband of Kristen (nee Elliott); loving father of Jordan (Danielle), Whitney Gemuenden (Nick), Chase (Kelsey) and Madison Shaheen (Dave); loving stepfather of Amanda and Madison; cherished grandfather of Christopher, Mia, Aubrey, Bentley, Ethan, Evie, Blake and Amirah; brother of Robert (Suzanne), Sharon Bowen (Bill, deceased) and John (Becky); son of the late Clyde and Mary Ann. Bruce was an educator for 40 years and the last 10 he served as the Superintendent of Albert Einstein Academy. He loved playing tennis, riding his Harley and spending time with his grandchildren. The family will receive friends for a memorial visitation on Wednesday, March 3, 2021 from 4-8 p.m. at Fortuna Funeral Home, 7076 Brecksville Road, Independence, Ohio 44131. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorial contributions to Autism Society of America, 4340 East West Highway, Suite 350, Bethesda, Maryland 20814. In order to maintain recommended social distancing, a maximum of 40 people are allowed inside the building at any given time.