Bruce L. Smith

Bruce L. Smith

Harvard, Nebraska resident Bruce L. Smith 44 passed away Thursday, May 11th, 2023, at Mary Lanning Healthcare.

Memorial services will be held May 17th, Wednesday, at 11:00 AM at the United Church of Christ in Harvard, Nebraska with Pastor Dave Johnson officiating. Burial will be at the Harvard Cemetery in Harvard, Nebraska. Viewing will be held Tuesday from 5:00  to 8:00, with family present, at the United Church of Christ. 

Arrangements made by Murray Wilson Funeral Directing. 

Memorials may be given to the family.

Bruce was born on May 22nd, 1978, to Melvin E. Jr. and Anna Jean (Rollins) Smith in Aurora, Nebraska. He graduated from Harvard High School in 1996. Bruce married Brenda Johansen on May 21st, 2005. From this marriage three children were born: Lillian, Alyssa, and Oliver. Bruce drove truck for several different companies throughout the years. He was also on the city council

of Harvard. His biggest joy was helping his family and friends.

Bruce was preceded in death by his grandparents, Melvin Sr. and Ava Smith; Royal and Beverly Rollins and nephew Kyle Smith. 

Family left to cherish his memory include his wife Brenda,

daughters Lillian and Alyssa, and son Oliver; his parents Melvin E. Jr. and Anna Smith; children

Devin Smith, Isabella Kenley, Destiny Smith; five grandchildren; sisters and spouses, Christy and Pat Bieck, Marilyn and Chris Smith; several nieces, nephews, and relatives.