Bruce Elwood Secrist, 68, of Broadway, VA passed away April 25, 2024, at his residence.

He was born June 23, 1955, in Harrisonburg to the late Monroe Harvey and Edna Marie Dove Secrist.

Bruce was a farmer, and co-owner of Secrist Farms.  He was a member of Bethel Church of the Brethren in Mayland.  He was an avid bear hunter, and fisherman.  He was a member of the Broadway-Timberville Young Farmers.

On September 20, 1974, he married the former Patricia Ann Golladay, who preceded him in death September 8, 2013.

Bruce is survived by his daughter, Melinda G. Secrist and companion Juan Frank of Broadway; son, Brian Secrist and wife Josette of Broadway; stepson, Kevin Barb of Broadway; grandchildren, Taylor Secrist, Brandon Secrist; great grandchild, Zara.

He was preceded in death by his brother, Ronnie Secrist; and companion, Patsy Reese.

Pastors Tim Ball and Lane Turner will conduct a funeral service Monday at 2:00 PM at Bethel Church of the Brethren.  Burial will follow in the Bethel Cemetery.

The family will receive friends from 4 – 6 PM Sunday at Grandle Funeral Home in Broadway.

Memorial contributions may be made to Bethel Church of the Brethren, 11374 Phillips Store Road, Broadway, VA  22815.