In loving memory of

Bruce Alan Heuer
August 9, 1962 - July 5, 2012

Bruce A. Heuer, 49, of Maquoketa, Iowa, died on Thursday, July 5, 2012, at his home in Maquoketa after a long and courageous battle with cancer.

A celebration of Bruce's life will be held at 10 A.M., Monday, July 9, 2012, from the Carson Celebration of Life Center in Maquoketa, Iowa. Visitation will be held from 2 to 5 P.M. on Sunday, July 8, 2012 from the Carson Celebration of Life Center in Maquoketa, Iowa. Burial will be at the Bridgeport Cemetery, rural Maquoketa, Iowa.

Bruce Alan Heuer was born on August 9, 1962 in Davenport, Iowa, to William Robert and Alice Marie (Wisckerchen) Heuer. He was a 1980 graduate of DeWitt Community High School. He married Brenda Sue Baresel on May 19, 1984 in Maquoketa, Iowa.

Bruce had worked at Dynagear in Maquoketa for 15 years and then for AY McDonald in Dubuque as a machinist for over 10 years until retiring due to ill health.

Bruce attended Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Maquoketa. He enjoyed camping, and working on cars and small motors. He especially enjoyed tinkering in the garage listening to Bob Seger, and spending time with his family.

Bruce is survived by his wife, Brenda Heuer of Maquoketa, IA; children, Alisha Heuer of Maquoketa, IA, and Andrew Heuer of Des Moines, IA; sisters, Deb (Jerry Baresel) Costello of Andrew, IA, Becky (Bob) Ineichen of Buffalo, IA, and Kim (Mike) Menster of Cascade, IA; brothers, Bob (Brenda) Heuer of Preston, IA, Jim (Karie) Heuer of Columbus, NE, Bill (Pam Jennings) Heuer of Davenport, IA, and Joe (Tara) Heuer of Dubuque, IA; numerous nieces and nephews; and very close friends, Larry and Michelle Vennard of MI. He was preceded in death by his parents and a sister, Ruth Ann Beranek.

In lieu of other expressions of sympathy, a Bruce A. Heuer memorial fund has been established.

Online condolences may be left at www.CarsonAndSon.com.

Tributes

Cheryl Berg wrote on Jul 12, 2012:

"I am so sorry for your loss. May memories keep you all sustained through the coming months. "

Ken and Chris Weuste wrote on Jul 10, 2012:

"Brenda,our thoughts and prayers are with you and all of your family and friends. May the Lord give you his love at this time of loss. Know that Bruce is at peace with his Lord. "

Vicky Helton wrote on Jul 10, 2012:

"Brenda, My prayers are with you, and your family.You are a strong women, please call on me for anything.Peace be with you all."

mitchell wrote on Jul 9, 2012:

"i`m so sad that uncle bruce died but i was so lukey that uncle bruce was my godfather and i will never forget all the good memories he left me."

Macie .M. Thompson-Haferbier wrote on Jul 9, 2012:

"Brenda,Alisha and Andy........My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. May god wrap his arms around you and carry you through the days ahead of you and know that you will be with Bruce again. Brenda i am sending lots of hugs to you !!!!!!"

Donna Evans wrote on Jul 9, 2012:

"Thinking of you and your family at this time of need."

Calvin Community wrote on Jul 9, 2012:

"Thoughts and Prayers to you and your family. We are glad his peace has been found. Your Family at Calvin Community"

Mark & Darla Lawson wrote on Jul 9, 2012:

"Brenda, Alisha & Andy -- Thinking of you at this difficult time. Please let us know if there is anythng you need. "

Jane Hemminger wrote on Jul 9, 2012:

"Andy - thinking of you and your family. I hope love and memories will be of comfort in the days ahead."

Rochelle wrote on Jul 8, 2012:

"I have so many wonderful memories growing at the Heuer Farm. Brenda, you have my heart felt sympathy. When I heard of Bruce' s passing, I instantly had a lump in my stomache. If there is anything i can do, don't hesitate to ask. "

Carol and Kelly Bowen wrote on Jul 8, 2012:

"Brenda and family, Our thoughts and prayers are with each of you at this sad time, may you find peace knowing Bruce is no longer in pain. "

Mike & Renee Whiting wrote on Jul 7, 2012:

"Brenda & Family, I was very sad to hear of the passing of Bruce. Our thoughts and prayers are with each of you. He is now free of all of his pain and you all now have one special Angel to look after each of you. Take care!!!"

sherry yanda wrote on Jul 6, 2012:

"Brenda and family, I'm sorry for the passing of Bruce!!! But he is at peace and doesn't have to keep fighting anymore. He knows that he will see you all again."

Carol, Curtis and Alex Smith wrote on Jul 6, 2012:

"Brenda, Andy and Alisha, Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this sad time. Please remember we will be there for you. You have been so very kind to our family in our time of sadness and we will never forget it. "

chris wrote on Jul 6, 2012:

"I use to work with bruce at dynagear-My heartfelt prayers go to the family"

Linda Portz (cousin) wrote on Jul 6, 2012:

"Brenda, My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time. Linda"

Julie Schaefer wrote on Jul 6, 2012:

"Brenda, Andy and Alisha, Sorry to hear of your loss. Bruce was a true family man. Deepest sympathy to you all. "

Randy & Vickie Kuhlman wrote on Jul 6, 2012:

"Dear Brenda and Family, So sorry to hear about Bruces battle ending. He sure fought a good fight. We will miss his never ending smile and sense of humor. May God bless you all and hold you tight."

Gina Dodson(neice of Bruce) wrote on Jul 6, 2012:

"I just wanna Thank you uncle Bruce for helping my mom when my dad was sick and taking care of us kids.And I also want to thank you for making myy daughter Moriha into the strong smart girl she is today without you shed been gone forever thank u for being one of the five of my favorite uncles.you always had a smile that lit up any room I only wish we could of spent more time together.I lovee you say hello to everyone in heaven for me :( you will be in our hearts forever and you will be truely missed."

Mary (Ehl) Armbruster and family wrote on Jul 6, 2012:

"Brenda and family You are in our thoughts and prayers at this difficult time. From your cousin"

Tim and Nancy Parson wrote on Jul 6, 2012:

"bruce, you could always make people laugh. what a great sense of humor (well, maybe a little warped sometimes) and that's what i liked and will remember. you are with the angels now. god bless you and your family."