Date: Wed, 29 Apr 1998 22:20:58 -0800

From: "Patrick W. Clark" clark5878@ptialaska.net

Subject: Scout memorial for Scouter James L. Bruce

Mr. James L. Bruce

On Feb 11, 1998 James L. Bruce died suddenly of an aneurism. Jim was a leading member of the Ketchikan Alaska community and an Eagle Scout and OA member.

Jim was survived by his wife Christa, sons James and Christopher (who are both Eagle Scouts) and his brother John.

Jim was very active in scouting, serving as a scoutmaster, council representative, and troop committee member. A special "Broken Arrow" ceremony was held honoring Jim's contributions to the local Order of the Arrow lodge and to the scouting community of Ketchikan.

Our friend Jim Bruce led a long and colorful life in Scouting. Many of his friends and the young men he influenced will sit around campfires for years to come and relate the adventure's of Jim in Scouting; of hiking the Chilkoot trail; camping along White River in the rain; or explaining to the district office that Alaska is not in the lower 48. Whatever the call, Jim would answer.

Our friend, our mentor, our guide, our man of infinite patience and understanding, he was always there. To build up a scout, calm down a parent, or mold our leaders.

Jim was always there.