Bruce Andrew Heddesheimer

August 19, 1947 - April 10, 2021

Glenville – Bruce Andrew Heddesheimer, 73, of Glenville, passed away on Saturday, April 10, 2021 at Ellis Hospital. Born in Hudson, NY on August 19, 1947, he was the son of the late Henry Ernst and Anna (nee: Korpa) Heddesheimer. He was raised and educated in the local area and a graduate of Burnt Hills High School, Class of 1965. Bruce went on to Parsons College where he earned a bachelors degree. Bruce proudly served in the United States Army during the Vietnam War. After the war, Bruce worked for General Electric Co. as a contract administrator for 24 years until his retirement in 1995. Bruce continued to work small jobs until 2007. For several years, Bruce was a caregiver for his father-in-law and when asked about that time, he would joyfully and respectfully reminisce. Bruce was a communicant of St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church in Scotia. In addition to his parents, Bruce was predeceased by his son-in-law, Christopher Abrams. Married on June 28, 1969, Bruce is survived by his wife, Elizabeth “Beth” (nee: Schlotterer) Heddesheimer. He is also survived by his children, Mallory Abrams of Glenville, Eric (Veronica) Heddesheimer of East Aurora; his two sisters; his sister-in-law, Frances Kahn of Glenville; 3 grandchildren, Makayla Derosa, Patrick Hyam, Jr., and Caleb Heddesheimer; and several nieces, nephews and cousins. A memorial service will be held Friday at 11am at The White Funeral Home, 264 N. Ballston Ave., Scotia. The family will receive relatives and friends from 10 am until the time of the services. Burial will take place privately for the family. Memorial contributions may be made in his memory to Wounded Warrior Project, P.O. Box 758517 Topeka, KS 66675 or another veteran organization of one’s choosing.