of Sherwood, AR
March 10, 1933 - October 27, 2023
Remmel Dale Bruce, 90, of Sherwood, passed away on October 27, 2023. He was born March 10, 1933, in Lunenburg, Arkansas, to the late Remmel Edward and Earline Smith Bruce. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his granddaughter, Kelsea Bruce Pesci.
He graduated from North Little Rock High School in 1952. After graduation, he enlisted in the Navy and served during the Korean War.
On November 1, 1956, he became a member of the North Little Rock Police Department as a patrolman and then a motorcycle officer, Sergeant, Lieutenant, and Captain. He retired after 32 1/2 years, the last six years as Chief.
He is survived by his wife of 69 years, Shirley Bruce; son, Bobby Bruce (Paula); daughter, Melanie Allen (Mike); two grandsons, Cody Allen (Staci) and Heath Allen (Lasea); grandson-in-law, Colin Pesci; two granddaughters, Sydney Shackelford (Clint) and Bailee McKay (Josh); two sisters, Carolyn Finch (Robbie) and Linda Walker (Dale); and 9 great grandchildren.
A visitation will be held on Tuesday, October 31, from 5:00 to 7:00 PM, at Roller-Owens Funeral Home in North Little Rock.
Funeral services will be held on Wednesday, November 1, at 9:30 AM, at Roller-Owens Funeral Home. Graveside services will follow in procession to Arkansas State Veterans Cemetery in North Little Rock, at 11:00 AM.
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30 Condolence(s)
Sabrina Goodwin
Tuesday, November 7, 2023
Mr Bruce, it was an honor and a pleasure knowing you, and being your caregiver. You are one awesome man, rest in love and peace. Prayers with Mrs Shirley, Bobby, and Melanie and the rest of the family.
Buddy and Jo Phillips
Sunday, November 5, 2023
We are so sorry to hear of Dale's death. He was such a good man and friend. Our prayers and thoughts are with Shirley and family.RIP friend.
Tracy Thompson
Sunday, November 5, 2023
Such a special man. So sorry for you loss.
Bro Paul Holderfield Jr.
Wednesday, November 1, 2023
One of the regrets of my life.
Chief Bruce graduated while
The wife & I are in Montana & we are not able to be home there in our blessed NLR for Chief’s homegoing.
Whomever of his Thursday Morning
Bible Breakfast seatmates got
Chief there most every Thursday morning these past 10 years or so
THANK YOU.
One morning we asked what is your favorite quote Chief said, mine might be what I told my fellow officers often, “LET THEM THINK YOU ARE AN IDIOT, AS OPPOSED TO OPENING YOUR MOUTH &
REMOVING ALL DOUBT.”
We are praying for Bobby all of Chief’s family.
Know an ole NLR Fireman was rejoicing ole NLR Policeman joined him for eternity with their Jesus.
Well more than one, but I know dad was one.
Kay Conley
Tuesday, October 31, 2023
Prayers for all of you during this time.
Troy and Sandi Wilkins
Tuesday, October 31, 2023
Shirley and Family, so sorry for you loss, Dale was such a good guy. Keeping you in our prayers! Love, Troy and Sandi Wilkins
Billy Grace
Tuesday, October 31, 2023
You were a good friend and a good man to work for Dale Bruce. Prayers for your family.
Elizabeth Arey Wirges
Tuesday, October 31, 2023
So sorry for your loss. Sending prayers for the family.
Mike and Kris Rickard
Tuesday, October 31, 2023
Our thoughts and prayers are with Chief Bruce’s family.
Greg Pierce
Monday, October 30, 2023
Sorry to hear of this loss. I did not know Mr. Bruce personally , but have the pleasure of working with one of his grandsons and I know they were close. From what I have read he has quite the legacy he is leaving behind and would be an honor to be part of the family or even just an acquaintance . My
Sincere condolences to the family.
Jesse Baker Jr.
Monday, October 30, 2023
You helped me from the time I went to work on the NLRPD until the day I retired. You presented me with my Capt. badge the day I left. 60 years ago seems like such a short time. You will be missed.
RIP Ole Friend.
Betty Hudson
Monday, October 30, 2023
Rest in peace dear friend. You were always such a support during Tommy's illness.
Shirley saying a prayer for you. and family.
Randy Hudelson
Monday, October 30, 2023
Chief Bruce was a wonderful man, a great chief and friend. He will certainly be missed.
Tommy Butch Hudson
Monday, October 30, 2023
Shirley, Bobby, and Melanie, Dale meant the world to our family growing up on Nellbrook Drive.He took care of my dad when he was sick and had a heart of gold. I’m so sorry for your loss! You are all in my thoughts and prayers. Butch
Mike and Kris Rickard
Monday, October 30, 2023
Our thoughts and prayers are with Chief Bruce’s family.
sam leone
Monday, October 30, 2023
sympathy and prays to the family RIP chief
Jerry W Smith
Monday, October 30, 2023
I worked for Chief Bruce from 1985 until his retirement. He was always fair and well respected. I never heard anyone speak negatively about him. He would always smile and ask how things were when he saw you. I have known "Dale" my entire life. I remember him stopping by our house and checking on us when I was very young. He would take me on a ride around the block on his motorcycle. He was a great family man and will be missed by all. My thoughts and prayers are with his enitire family and friends. RIP "Cuz"
Leslie & Lynda Gann
Monday, October 30, 2023
Thoughts and prayers for Dale’s family. He was a grate man. Worked with and for him At NLRPD for several years. Going to miss him at coffee at Hardee’s.
Gloria Burke Gough
Monday, October 30, 2023
Sending prayers and condolences to all of the family. Dale was a good man and a friend since our youth.
Paula Roddy
Sunday, October 29, 2023
Sincere sympathy
Sue Campbell
Clifford Hicks
Sunday, October 29, 2023
Sorry to hear about his death. He was always a good Chief and fair to everyone.
Raul Dallas
Saturday, October 28, 2023
He was incredibly loved by his NLRPD family both past and present. We loved seeing him at the annual Memorial at the Police Department. It certainly showed his level of respect for the PD’s fallen. Thank you for sharing Chief Bruce with us for so many years. I’m tremendously sorry for your loss.
kenny wilder
Saturday, October 28, 2023
Rest in peace to a great, fair man and wonderful Chief.
Eddie and Joyce Hightower
Saturday, October 28, 2023
One of our dearest friends. Sympathy to all his family and friends. Love to all
Eddie and Joyce Hightower
Saturday, October 28, 2023
One of our dearest friends. Love you and sympathy to all the family
Kathy O'Kelley
Saturday, October 28, 2023
Rest in Peace Chief Bruce. I will forever be thankful for the opportunities that were extended to me under your leadership during your time at NLRPD. My deepest condolences to the Bruce family for the loss of this wonderful man and hope your memories of him bring you comfort.
k T Cross Jr
Saturday, October 28, 2023
So sorry for your loss. I worked for him many years. He was my field sergeant, my lieutenant, my captain and my chief. I will miss having breakfast with him at BJ's Restaurant. Rest in peace Chief, you have earned it
Rick Weiler
Friday, October 27, 2023
RIP, sir. I tried to make it a point to NOT get called into your office while serving under you. You did a great job of modernizing the PD during your watch and inspired those that followed in your footsteps.
Gary Sipes
Friday, October 27, 2023
R.I.P. Chief Bruce.
Steve Canady
Friday, October 27, 2023
So very, very sorry for the loss of a wonderful man and leader! You were one of a kind!