On April 9th, 2020 Bruce R Braswell, owner of Braswell’s Restaurant passed away at the age of 72.
He was born January 7th, 1948 in St. Louis, MO to parents Reid and Dorothy Braswell. He attended Southeast Missouri State University where he earned his business degree. After college he took over operation and ownership of his parents restaurant in south St Louis, known as Braswell’s, until his retirement in January 1998.
Bruce often enjoyed spending time on his boat, driving his ‘Benz’, and spending time with his grandchildren. He had a love for his brothers in Sigma Chi and enjoyed connecting with them whenever he could.
He is preceded in death by his father, Reid, and his mother, Dorothy. He his survived by his wife Donna; brothers, Stacey and David; children Jennifer, Christopher, Laura, Scott, and Margaret; grandchildren Hudson, Olivia, Gianna, Michael, Charlotte, and Matthew.
Bruce,
Thank you for all the laughs, hugs, advice and political talks. You will truly be missed by anyone that knows you.
Bubs, Mike, Mak and Mason
My condolences to Donna, the kids and the Braswell family as with friends. Extremely sorry for your loss… prayers of peace and comfort
So sorry for the loss of your loved one. Bill was a great guy to work with, and got to share my love for Boats and Cars with him.
Richard Wright
Words cannot express how deeply sorry am I to hear about the loss of your husband, father, brother and grandpa
My deepest sympathy for your loss, you and your entire family will be in our prayers
May the memories you sustain bring you comfort in this difficult time
Sending prayers to all .
Rest In Peace dear Bruce I will miss our talks about politics, grandkids and food.
My deep condolences Donna and Laura and Maggie and all of your grandchildren. You will all be in my prayers > May he rest in peace.
Barb Cramer
Our hearts ache for this loss of a beautiful man who was a father, husband, grandfather, brother and friend to so many. We will miss Bruce. We extend our deepest sympathy to Donna, Chris and the entire Braswell family.
Rest well my Brother.
Bruce was our long time friend. Our kids grew up together and we had many great times together. We started as boating friends and continued even as land lubbers. Will always remember the great trips on the river and many dock parties.
We will miss you so much.
All our love,
Tom and Lisa, Blue Moon
I am very saddened to hear of Bruce’s passing. Deepest condolences to Bruce’s family.
In Hoc
Prayers to family and friends. Spent many years with our Marinette’s at YCSL and anchoring out at Two Branch on the Mississippi. Glad we could maintain our friendship via facebook since our move to Michigan in retirement. Shared like political views so will also miss his vote come November.
We will miss you Bruce.
Love,
Dave and Kristy Kennedy, Shenanigans
Spring Lake MI
May the spring showers help wash some of your grief away and the spring flowers brighten your spirit during this sad time. We regret we cannot be there in person. You and your wonderful family will be in our thoughts and prayers.
Love,
Christine and Keith
My deepest condolences. We will miss Bruce.
Our sympathies to Bruce’s family. Sail on Bruce, cruise heavens rivers. A fine Man who will be missed. God’s Speed.
Bob & Kristi Anderson
To his memory we would offer our homage for his qualities of heart and mind. As a friend, as a brother among us, and as a man of affairs, we have known him as loyal and devoted to the high ideals of the White Cross which we wear. His friendship was enduring; his generosities were large; and his life was an inspiration. He loved his Fraternity; but he knew that its helpfulness and sympathies were meant to be broader than the bounds of the organization. His loyalty was grounded in the faith that fraternalism stands finally for better citizenship, for a more noble civilization, and for the higher ideals of life in its service to man and reverence to God.
(Excerpt from the Sigma Chi White Rose Ceremony)
Bruce Klaus, Chuck Heyl and all Sigma Chi Brothers from Epsilon Phi Chapter, Southeast Missouri State University
My mom, Lola Lange (nee Smith) worked for Braswell’s at the first location. She made their homemade pies. I remember her telling the story that Bruce as a young boy stood up on a chair and said “Aunt Lola your pie crusts are the best!” I remember going into the original restaurant and meeting Bruce once or twice. I know my mom had fond memories of working with the family. My condolences.
Loretta Lange
We will miss you Bruçe Our prayer and thoughts are with the families. Rest in Peace Love Denise, Joeb and Jennifer