QUEENSBURY – C. Bruce Wetmore,82, of Queensbury lost his battle with Alzheimer’s disease on March 13, 2021, surrounded by his loving family, at the Fort Hudson Health Care Facility in Fort Edward.
Born on June 18, 1938 in Boonville, he was the son of the late Gladys and Charles Wetmore. Following graduation from Boonville High School, he attended Simmons School of Embalming and Mortuary Science in Syracuse. After receiving his degree in 1961, Bruce was very proud to have become a licensed New York State Funeral Director and a long-time member of the National Funeral Directors Association.
Bruce had a distinguished career for over 40 years as a Funeral Director, beginning his dedicated life with the John S. Friedel Funeral Home in Utica, then joining the Carleton Funeral Home, Inc. in 1969, co-owning the business with Gary C. Wilson, until his retirement. He was a stellar man, a great friend to many with a keen sense of humor. Bruce carried himself with effortless kindness, had a sharp wit and was always a warm, caring funeral director that helped many families through difficult times. He was passionate about giving the best service to those in need.
Bruce was appointed to the Mortuary Science Advisory Committee of Hudson Valley Community College and at one time was President of the Adirondack Funeral Directors Association.
He was also passionate about community service and helping others. Bruce was a long-standing member of The Balsam Flats Hunting & Fishing Club, The First Presbyterian Church of Hudson Falls, where he was a Trustee and on the Board of Sessions and a member of the Utica and Hudson Falls Rotary Club. Bruce was very proud to have served for many years as a Volunteer Fireman for Hudson Falls and when he was younger at The Boonville Fire Department.
Besides his parents, he was predeceased by his wife of over 51 years, Winifred Wetmore.
Bruce is survived by his son and daughter-in-law, Steven and Lori Wetmore from Whitehall,
his daughter, Cheryl Wetmore from The Woodlands, TX, his granddaughter, Alyssa Wetmore from Charleston, SC, his grandson, Greg Wetmore from Syracuse, a twin brother and his wife, Robert and Mary Wetmore of Seminole, FL, sisters in law, Anita Cseledy, Barbara Cinquanta, and Karen and Jim Spindler; and several nieces and nephews.
Due to COVID, services will be private at convenience of the family.
A memorial service will be planned in the spring for extended family and friends to join in the celebration of Bruce’s life.
Interment will be in the spring at Pine View Cemetery, in Queensbury, where he will be laid to rest next to his wife.
In lieu of flowers, the family suggests that donations be made to The Alzheimer’s Association, 4 Pine West Plaza, #405, Albany, NY 12205 or The Hudson Falls Fire Department 220 Main Street, Hudson Falls, NY 12839.
The family appreciates the tremendous care and the wonderful support Bruce received from the staffs at The Glen/ The Terrace at The Glen, The Landing and Fort Hudson Health Care Center.
Our condolences to the Wetmore and Carleton Funeral Home families. Bruce was a highly respected member of our profession and it was an honor to know him. May he be at peace.
Our deepest sympathy to the family of Bruce. He is in a far better place with his loving wife.
To the Wetmore family,
So sorry for your loss– your Mom and Dad were special people and always fun to be with.
Cheryl, my heartfelt condolences to you and your family.
Steve & Cheryl, what a nice guy your Dad was.
I will always have fond memories of both your parents.
So sorry for your loss. Sending thoughts and prayers and a big virtual hug at this difficult time.
Love,
Laurie Darfler-Sweeney
A wonderful man who thought of family, community, and others first..my condolences to his loved ones
I always looked forward to seeing Bruce when I worked at The Glen. He always had a smile and a good word. What a wonderful man. So sorry for your loss.
I will always remember with fondness Bruce’s smile, happy “good morning”, and his kind and friendly way with everyone he came in contact with at The Glen. Truly a loss… so sorry to hear this.
We are so very sorry for your loss. Hope you take comfort in the memories you will always have of your Dad.
Steve–Sorry for your loss. I used to see your father a lot when I worked at the family flower shop. Always had a good relationship with him and Gary. My condolences to you and your family.
Steve, Cheryl and Family,
Pat & I would like to extend our condolences to you and your entire family. Bruce was a pleasure to work with and a true professional at his profession. We wish you the very best at this difficult time.
A warm, kind and gentle man of great compassion.
Cheryl and Family we want to express our sorrow about the loss of your Dad–we had good times when you and Cath played sports and we followed your teams in HF High School. Keep the good memories—we will. Peace–
John and Jane Perkins
Knowing and working with Bruce over 20 years ago in the beginning of my career was a great experience. He had many words of wisdom and I find myself quoting his remarks to younger colleagues. I enjoyed our conversations about hunting and the outdoors as well. My sincere condolences to his family.
Our condolences to the Wetmore
and Carleton Families. The Wetmore Family were not only friends but great addition to our community. Great memories will endure.
Cheryl and Steve,
What a terrific man! He ALWAYS had a huge welcoming smile and immediately put everyone at ease. He was a saint to Aunt Fretta and Uncle Henry; especially during U. Henry’s last days.
So many good memories at the lake. I think your folks enjoyed that cabin immensely and were great company for Fretta and Henry.
Bruce had just the right combination of compassion, smarts, humor, and professionalism. I had not seen him in years and am sorry to hear he (and you) had to battle with Alzheimers disease.
He made this world a better place. My sincere condolences and prayers with you all.
Susan and Skosh Snyder
To Steve and your entire family; my deepest condolences to all of you. I had the pleasure of meeting and speaking with him on several occasions and know he was such a nice man. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
Thinking of both of you and your families, Cheryl and Steve. You had wonderful parents…we were blessed with a great childhood in a nice little neighborhood with wonderful memories
Cheryl, Steve and the Carlton Funeral Home. So sorry for your loss. Sad that your dad had to battle Alzheimer’s. We lost track of him when he moved to Florida, but I’ll always remember his kind words and warm smile. Condolences from the Presbyterian Church, from Pat, Kevin and Mike Barron.
Steve, so sorry for your loss. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
To Cheryl and family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this time.
With heartfelt sympathy,
Ron and Linda
“When someone you love becomes a memory…that memory becomes a treasure.”
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