A Life of Service, Love and Simple Joys

Bruce Lee Nattress departed this world on June 3, 2026 after a life rich with service and family. He was a longtime resident of Ruscomanor Township, where he spent most of his days surrounded by loved ones and guided by a steadfast sense of duty.

A Life Anchored in Love

• Marriage: Bruce married Carol A. (Mayer) Nattress in 1961, and together they celebrated more than five decades of partnership. Their bond was a cornerstone of Bruce’s life, and Carol will cherish the memories of their card games and quiet evenings.

Early Years & Military Service

• Birthplace: West Reading
• Parents: Charles and Emily Nattress
• Education: Graduated from Fleetwood High School, 1963
• Coast Guard Career: Enlisted in 1963; served a year during the Vietnam War and retired as Chief Petty Officer, Third Class in 1984 after 22 years of commitment.

Hobbies & Passions

After his uniform, Bruce found joy in:

• Hunting small game and deer on annual trips with friends
• Fishing in fresh‑water and salt‑water settings, including voyages to Quebec for angling adventures
• Playing 500 rummy with Carol—a pastime that strengthened their bond

Family & Legacy

Bruce is survived by:

• Son: Mark R. Nattress, married to Jennifer (Bovan) Nattress
• Grandchildren: Taylor (now with Owen Kelly) and Braden
• Sister: Lucille (Yenser)

The family remembers him as a man who cherished life’s simple pleasures and devoted himself to those he loved.

Memorial Service

A graveside ceremony will be held on Thursday at 11:00 a.m. in Becker’s St. Peter’s Cemetery, with military honors rendered by the Coast Guard and Topton American Legion Post.