Electrician, Habitat for Humanity Volunteer Bruce Egenolf Dies at 69

Obituary provided by Clayton & McGirr Funeral Home

Bruce Egenolf entered eternal life on Thursday, June 27, 2013 at home with his wife  at his side.  He was born and raised in Laurelton, Queens and lived in Lynnbrook and Elmont, NY before moving to Freehold  in 1975.  Bruce worked as an electrician as a member of IBEW Local #3 for 39 years before retiring in 2002.  He was a Veteran of the United States Army having served in Vietnam.   

Bruce loved his family very much.  Handy with any tool, he was generous with his time and talents to both Grace and Hope Lutheran Churches, the local Habitat for Humanity chapter, and anyone who needed a little help or guidance.  Bruce was also a strong but humble leader, and quick with humorous wit and easy laughter.  He enjoyed RV camping with his family and in his later years, quiet time with his wife, playing cards and completing crossword puzzles.       

Bruce was predeceased by his parents, Mary and Gus Egenolf.  He is survived by his wife of 44 years, Joyce Egenolf; two sons, Robert Egenolf and his wife, Shannon of Brighton, Michigan and Eric Egenolf and his wife, Margaret of Salt Lake City, Utah; two grandchildren, Lucy and Isaac; and several nieces, nephews, and cousins.  Bruce will be missed by all who knew and loved him.

Visitation will be held at the Clayton & McGirr Funeral Home, 100 Elton-Adelphia Road (Route 524), Freehold Township on Tuesday, July 2, 2013 from 2 p.m. to 3:30 and 7 p.m. to 9 p.m..  Relatives and friends are invited to attend his 3:30 PM funeral service at the funeral home on Tuesday, July 2, 2013 with the Reverend Dr.  Patricia Medley officiating.  Cremation will be private.  In lieu of flowers, contributions in Bruce’s memory may be made to the Freehold First Aid Squad, 18 Spring Street, Freehold, NJ  07728.  For information, directions or condolence messages to the family, visit www.claytonfuneralhome.com.