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1952 - 2026
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1952
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2026
Bruce Waldo Obituary
Bruce A. Waldo
January 30, 1952 - October 20, 2026
Bruce A. Waldo, 74 of Lincoln, Nebraska passed away on October 20, 2026. Bruce was born January 30, 1952 to Earl and Maxine Waldo.
Bruce is survived by his wife, Jody; sisters, Judy Floyd, Hickman, Connie Schneider, Lincoln; sons, Justin (Mary) Ankara, Turkey; Ross (Crystal) Colorado Springs, Colorado; and was "Papa Bruce" to grandchildren, Emma, Charlotte, Brylee, Taver, Brennan, Landry, Leighton, Reid, Emmy, and AJ.
Preceded in death by his parents and brother, Jerry.
Bruce graduated from East High in 1970. His career included various beer distribution companies before he joined the Nebraska Department of Roads where he retired in 2017.
Bruce loved plants and filled his yard and house with greenery that flourished. His plants and dogs Willaby, Mo, Otis, and Wilson filled his soul.
A celebration of life will be held Saturday, October 24, 2026 at 2 to 4 p.m. at the prairie where Jody and Bruce were married, 18601 NW 40th Street, Raymond, NE.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Published by Lincoln Journal Star on Oct. 23, 2026.
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Memorial Events for Bruce Waldo
Oct
24
Celebration of Life
2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Prairie where Jody and Bruce were married
18601 NW 40th Street, Raymond, NE
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Lincoln, NE
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