Bruce Cudly

Abt 1953 - 2024  (~ 71 years)

• Name	Bruce Cudly
  Birth	Abt 1953
  Gender	Male
  Death	2 Jun 2024	Lincoln, Lancaster County, Nebraska
  Notes	Bruce Cudly, 71, of Lincoln, entered eternal peace on Sunday, June 2nd at home with his wife DeAnn, children, family and loved ones, and his beloved dog Sophie by his side. Bruce was preceded in death by his parents, Joe and Esther (Renner) Cudly, many cherished aunts, uncles, cousins, infant nephew, and father-in-law. He is survived by his wife, DeAnn; sons, Matt,(Erin) of Panama City, FL, David,(Lauren) of Austin TX, and Gabe Kanne of Lincoln; Daughter, Hannah (Cory) Watermeir of Austin, TX; Sister, Sue Menke; Godson and nephew, Jeremy (Shannon), niece Alyssa (Brian) Felcher, Grandchildren, Connor, Christine, David, Emma and one more on the way. Grand-Nephews, Brendan and Aiden; Mother-in-law, JoAnn Roti (Gary),Sister-in-law, Gretchen (Rick) Roti, and Brother-in-law, Jayson (Ava) Roti. Family is, even in death, everything to Bruce. No matter the distance, the time, the ups, the downs, family was and is his touchstone. As was his work family, his church family, his hunting brothers, his llama family, his volleyball family, his MS bike ride family, his scouting family, as well as his extensive family of friends and neighbors, both lifelong and new. Bruce enjoyed going to work each day. Seriously! He devoted almost 42 years of service to promoting quality of services and supports to individuals with intellectual and other developmental disabilities in Nebraska. Bruce's work started in a vocational support setting in Lincoln under the office known as LOMR. He went on to have an illustrious career as one of Nebraska's leading advocates for the rights of those with disabilities. Bruce served as the Director of Organizational Supports for Region V Services (now APACE) which serves Southeast Nebraska. Bruce helped craft regulatory language within Nebraska and developed and trained countless staff to ensure the dignity and respect for those that Region V supported. He has positively impacted the lives of thousands of people and his accomplishments will be forever within the DNA of Nebraska's services for citizens with disabilities. Bruce was a long-time board member and two-time President for the Nebraska Association of Community Professionals. Bruce received recognition, earning 2 significant awards: The Bob Schalock Award from the Association of Community Professionals, which is the highest honor in the state, and the American Association for Mental Retardation Professional of the Year Award. He was a devoted member of Our Saviours Lutheran Church, and together with DeAnn, he was actively involved in the FEAST ministry, offering support, classes, meals, and friendship to individuals transitioning from the correctional center back into the community. In 2007, Bruce initiated fundraising efforts for the MS Society by participating in bike rides in Nebraska and the 350-mile RAM ride in Minnesota. Over time, many friends joined him, formed a team and eventually DeAnn was able to accompany via air conditioned camper. Bruce was an avid lover of music, particularly blues and jazz. He enjoyed, supported and even helped fundraise for local radio station KZUM. He frequently attended symphonies, concerts, and kept The Zoo Bar musical calendar prominently posted. He also enjoyed the folk music coffee houses venues and he and DeAnn were regulars at the Crecent Moon Songwriters night until he became too ill. Bruce had a passion for reading?everything! He read DeAnn the newspaper highlights everyday, and the advice columns from several papers. He wasn't into Wheel but he watched Jeopardy twice a day. Bruce was an outdoor enthusiast, enjoying hunting, fishing, and various camping. He was also played volleyball for nearly 40 years and even after he couldn't play anymore, he still attended their get togethers. Bruce cherished his lifelong friendships, especially with his college and high school friends, the Llamas, with whom he gathered annually for the Spring Cotillion for over 50 years. Most importantly, he was a deeply loved and respected friend, father, papa, uncle, brother and husband. Funeral Service will be held on Saturday, June 29th at 4:00PM at Our Saviour's Lutheran Church in Lincoln immediately followed by a Celebration of Life. In lieu of flowers, memorials can be designated to the family for future designation. Courtesy of Dennis Belohlavy, Butherus, Maser & Love Funeral Home
  Person ID	I48678	Strong Family Tree
  Last Modified	10 Jun 2024

  
  

  Father	Joseph John Cudly, Jr.,   b. 5 Jan 1924, Fillmore County, Nebraska d. 5 Aug 2002, Lincoln, Lancaster County, Nebraska (Age 78 years)
  Mother	Esther Mae Renner,   b. 13 Oct 1924   d. 24 Sep 2007, Lincoln, Lancaster County, Nebraska (Age 82 years)
  Marriage	24 Jun 1951
  	"...Joseph married Esther Renner and they reside in Lincoln. They have two children, Susan Cudly Meinke and Bruce..." They had two children, Susan Marie born 20 May 1959 and married Lt. Bruce Francis MUNKE on 8 Jun 1968; and Bruce Alan born 11 Oct 1952.
  Family ID	F11013	Group Sheet  |  Family Chart

  
  

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