Bruce E. Gruthoff

May 5, 1939 - May 15, 2023

Fox Lake Golf Club

N10500 Indian Point Road

Fox Lake, WI 53933

920-928-2508 |

Sunday 5/21, 10:00 am - 2:00 pm

Bruce E. Gruthoff, age 84, of Beaver Dam, died on Monday, May 15, 2023 at his home, with his daughter, Holly by his side holding his hand.

A celebration of Bruce’s life will take place at the Fox Lake Golf Club, N10500 Indian Point Road in Fox Lake on Sunday, May 21, 2123 from 10:00 a.m. until 2:00 p.m.

Bruce Edwin was born on May 5, 1939 in Chicago, Illinois to Fletcher and Evelyn (Jene) Gruthoff. He graduated from Morton High School and went on to receive a B.S. from the University of Wisconsin – Stevens Point. Bruce furthered his education to earn his M.S. from Western Illinois University. Bruce worked for the Chicago Zoological Society at the Brookfield Zoo. Other jobs included the United States Fish and Wildlife Service, the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources and later, Ducks Unlimited, which he retired from in 2002. Bruce’s entire professional life dealt with wildlife conservation but his true passion was wetland conservation. He was a very avid upland game hunter and fisherman. Bruce had a great passion for gardening, tending to his flowers and woodworking.

Bruce is survived by his children, Heather (Scott) Wasson of Wisconsin Rapids, Brent Gruthoff of Madison, and Holly (Junior) Dehler of Randolph; grandchildren, Justin Kingery, Kayla (Ben) Kingery, Maxwell (Shelby) Wasson, Angelina Wasson, and Logan (Alana) Wasson; great grandchildren, Levi, Rowyn, and Daxton, Nova and Cooper, and Jakari, and Dezmae; other relatives and many friends. He was preceded in death by his parents; a brother, Fletcher Gruthoff; and sisters, Betty Norberg and Ann Allgaier and many beloved canine hunting companions.

Bruce E. Gruthoff, age 84, of Beaver Dam, died on Monday, May 15, 2023 at his home, with his daughter, Holly by his side holding his hand. A celebration of Bruce’s life will take place at the Fox Lake Golf Club, N10500 Indian Point Road in Fox Lake on Sunday, May 21, 2123 from 10:00Continue Reading

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Bruce and I go back along time. We grouse hunted together when he was with DNR at Wis. Rapids. With DU he challenged 5-6 of us to start the Sugar River Chapter of DU where I was Sec/Treasure for 18 years. Bruce also knew our son and my brother when he hunted at Fiegel’s. My sympathies to all of his family. He was a great guy and a dedicated conservationist

Bruce has been one of my closest friends for more than 40 years. We worked together, did lots of bird hunting together in South Dakota and we spent many times on the golf course trying to beat each other. I will miss him greatly, Tal

The best neighbor a family could ask for. Your gardening tips and stories will be greatly missed. Rest In Peace.

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Holly & Family, Our deepest sympathies on your Dads passing. He was the best of the best. A great mentor, and an even better friend. We have many fond memories of upland bird hunting with him, lots of spirited conversations, and, of course, great meals. He was an absolute purist at heart, and a joy to be around. His love of pointing dogs is legendary. He will live on in our many cherished memories of him. We share in your great loss.

Holly wrapping arms of LOVE , HUGS and PRAYERS sent your way may this tree of life be a symbol of love for your dad

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Holly and family, Sandy and I were so sorry to hear from Dan about Bruce's passing. What a class guy, and what a privilege it was for me to "do DU" with him. Our trips to Wishek were especially memorable! We are sorry we can't be with you Sunday. We are hosting a church event at our home that has been on the calendar for a long time. God Bless, and know that we are thinking of you. Bruce and Sandy Deadman

You will be missed Bruceee! I enjoyed many Friday afternoons getting a golfing lesson and learning about wildlife. I am thankful and blessed that are paths crossed in this thing we call life. Till we meet again Brucee ! I will watch over the lanterns on south side of house.

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