TomPeashey Posted May 27, 2009 Share Posted May 27, 2009 Wednesday, May 27, 2009 Brigadier's Asst. Corps Director Bruce McCready passes The Brigadier's Assistant Corps Director Bruce McCready succumbed to an all too brief battle with cancer, today 5/27/09. Bruce was a well known instructor and adjudicator in Drum Corps, Marching Bands and Winter Guards. He instructed Marcus Whitman HS Winter Guard for many years and won the first WGI World Scholastic Winter Guard Championship. Bruce has been either an instructor or adjudicator for DCA for the past 30 years. DCA President, Gil Silva upon hearing of Bruce's passing advised "one of the great things about drum corps is being able to meet a guy like Bruce". He went on to say that he was one of the nicest guys in the activity whose influence and kind heart touched everyone he met. DCA sends it condolences to Bruce's Mother and Siblings and the entire Brigadier community. He will be sorely missed by all. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TomPeashey Posted May 27, 2009 Author Share Posted May 27, 2009 You will be missed Bubba! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tom D'Bomb Posted May 27, 2009 Share Posted May 27, 2009 Wednesday, May 27, 2009Brigadier's Asst. Corps Director Bruce McCready passes The Brigadier's Assistant Corps Director Bruce McCready succumbed to an all too brief battle with cancer, today 5/27/09. Bruce was a well known instructor and adjudicator in Drum Corps, Marching Bands and Winter Guards. He instructed Marcus Whitman HS Winter Guard for many years and won the first WGI World Scholastic Winter Guard Championship. Bruce has been either an instructor or adjudicator for DCA for the past 30 years. DCA President, Gil Silva upon hearing of Bruce's passing advised "one of the great things about drum corps is being able to meet a guy like Bruce". He went on to say that he was one of the nicest guys in the activity whose influence and kind heart touched everyone he met. DCA sends it condolences to Bruce's Mother and Siblings and the entire Brigadier community. He will be sorely missed by all. A sad day for the drum corps family. Bruce, you will be missed. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AlanAndreasen Posted May 27, 2009 Share Posted May 27, 2009 RIP Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JohnD Posted May 27, 2009 Share Posted May 27, 2009 I didn't have the pleasure of knowing Bruce - other than by reputation. His family and friends are in our prayers. RIP -john Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RAM Posted May 27, 2009 Share Posted May 27, 2009 (edited) Bruce was one of the most honorable, humble, and all around wonderful persons that I and many others had the good fortune to know. It was he who was instrumental in the "re-birth" of the Brigadier organization these past few years. He was always there to help out those who where struggling, or to offer encouragement and hope to those who thought all was lost. I know that his legacy will carry on throughout the many organizations who benefited from his wisdom and guidance. I will miss him dearly......and had hoped to have the corps he loved so much perform for him one more time.......but know that he will be looking down this summer...... from the best seats in heaven. Rest in Peace my dear friend.......... Edited May 27, 2009 by RAM Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TrishDish1002 Posted May 27, 2009 Share Posted May 27, 2009 Rick - thank you for making that picture your avatar. It helps a little to see his face when he was so well and happy. Will you keep us alums posted as to what tributes the corps might do? thanks :) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hurcwave Posted May 27, 2009 Share Posted May 27, 2009 He was a very good friend and GREAT competitor... My condolences to the McCready and his Brigadier Family! He will be missed, but not forgotten! Best seat in the house now! Say hello to Dad and the rest for me Bruce !! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
donincardona Posted May 27, 2009 Share Posted May 27, 2009 (edited) + Edited May 27, 2009 by donincardona Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MSJ Snare Posted May 27, 2009 Share Posted May 27, 2009 From the entire Mighty St. Joe's Family we send our condolences to Bruce's Family and the also the Brigs Family. This is truly a sad day for his families and the drum corps world. It all happened so quickly. May you rest in peace Bruce knowing how much you meant to this activity....... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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