Bruce Netherly

Bruce was born in Dayton, Ohio to June and Dave Netherly.  He had 6 siblings, Tim, (Deb), Mike, Dona, Vickie, Barb and James, (Brenda).  Our courageous brother passed away from cancer at KRMC on Dec.8, 2019. He fought a brave fight. Our family moved to Kalispell in 1968. He graduated from FHS in 1970 and went to FVCC where he received an A.A .Degree in Human Services. He worked for Human Resources and later became an independent contractor working with his brothers James and Mike. He met Janiece Hamilton in 1987 and became lifelong friends and partners.

Bruce was involved in over a dozen community volunteer programs, most notably being the first Big Brother to Holly Larson (the first little brother) in the Flathead Valley. The list goes on for his volunteerism from Church Camp Counselor to the Wheelchair Basketball Committee & Participant.

He loved Montana; the outdoors taught him independence and freedom from within. He found value in the little things in life, and didn’t sweat the big things. He inspired us to think for ourselves and strive to do better for those around us. He loved music and enjoyed playing guitar and singing with his brother Mike. He defied the odds and did things his own way. He was a peaceful rebel in many ways. He was truly a free spirit. All his family and friends will miss him. There will be no funeral services at Bruce’s request. Buffalo Hill Funeral Home is caring for the family.

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