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Bruce R. Praetorius

December 16, 2021

Bruce Randall Praetorius, 69 of Wilson Borough, PA died Thursday, December 16, 2021 at home. Born June 22, 1952 in Easton, PA he was a son of the late Marjorie (Brands) and Burt Praetorius. He was a 1969 graduate of Wilson High School and served in the Army during the Vietnam War. Bruce was employed by the Dixie Cup Co. and by the Easton Area School District for many years. He was a member of the Wilson Democratic Club, Citizen’s Hose, Liberty Hose, Avona Fire Co., Palmer Fire Co., and Lester Pfeffer Post, American Legion.

He is survived by his brother: Richard Praetorius (companion Andrea Hammond) of Bethlehem Twp., PA; his sister: Carol Stryker (husband John) of Lopatcong, NJ; nieces and nephews. A brother Philip Praetorius died earlier.

Services are at the convenience of the family. The Ashton Funeral Home, Easton is handling arrangements. Memorial contributions may be made to a charity of choice. Offer online condolences at www.AshtonFuneralHome.com

 

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  1. Scott Schaffer

    December 21, 2021 at 6:28 am

    Bruce, A great friend with many shared memories from high school through pool leagues and best man when married in 81.
    So many fond moments with laughter always.
    Godspeed Bruce, Scott

  2. Rick Leamon

    December 21, 2021 at 3:03 pm

    Carol and Jimmy, sorry to hear about Bruce. I’ll never forget all the fun times we had growing up on 17th st. in the “Borough”.
    God bless, Rick

  3. Rick Leamon

    December 21, 2021 at 3:07 pm

    Carol and Jimmy, sorry to hear about Bruce. I’ll always remember the great times we had on 17th st. in the “ Borough” .
    God bless, Rick