Obituary of Bruce E. Bingerman
Bruce E. Bingerman
Great Valley, NY Bruce E. Bingerman of 5098 Humphrey Rd. passed away peacefully Monday (March 18, 2019) at his home.
Born January 25, 1923 in Olean he was the son of Paul and Edith Wheeler Bosworth Bingerman. He met the love of his life Leona Marie LaCroix and on October 5, 1946 at Annunciation Church in Buffalo they married and enjoyed 72 years together.
After graduation from high school he enlisted in the US Army and was stationed in the Philippines and Japan during WWII. He later attended the University of Buffalo.
He worked at Dresser Rand Co for over 30 years prior to his retirement and was a former member of the United Steelworkers Union.
Bruce was a member of the Ellicottville American Legion Post 659 and the St. Stephen's Club in Olean. He enjoyed maintaining his home and was a man of many talents including woodworking, carpentry and stone work. He also enjoyed painting.
Surviving in addition to his wife are 7 children Sandra Spehar of Great Valley, Bruce (Debra) Bingerman of Great Valley, Brian (Sue) Bingerman of Cattaraugus, Dennis (Carol) Bingerman of Stuart, FL, Leona (James) Tuthill of Hubert, NC, Kenneth (Kristine) Bingerman of Indian Trail, NC and Brad (Peggy Sue) Bingerman of Great Valley; 19 grandchildren; 32 great grandchildren and several nieces and nephews.
He was predeceased by a brother Paul Bingerman on January 18, 1984 and a son-in-law Patrick F. Spehar on December 4, 2009.
At Mr. Bingerman's request, there will be no visitation or funeral service scheduled. The family will hold a private gathering at their convenience. Condolences may be directed to Bruce's wife Leona at their home address.
Arrangements are under the direction of the Casey, Halwig & Hartle Funeral Home, Olean. Online condolences may be expressed at oleanfuneralhome.com.
