Bruce Duane Adams, 69, of Richmond, passed away unexpectedly on Friday, October 18, 2024, at his home.

Bruce was born on October 30, 1954, in Lexington, the son of James L. "Doc" and Billie D. (Lee) Adams.  He was united in marriage to Susan D. Brune of Richmond on June 28, 1975; she survives of the home.

Additional survivors include: two daughters, Jamie (Jeremy) McGinnis of Hardin and Tina Adams of Richmond; four grandchildren: Lindsey Clemens, Kassie McGinnis, Kaden McGinnis, and Dominick Adams-Welch; two great-granddaughters, Amaryllis "Amy" Neff and Zarya Clemens; and brother, Keith Adams.

He was preceded in death by his parents.

Bruce was born and raised in Richmond, graduated from Richmond High School in the class of 1973.  Bruce worked as an assembler for Ford Motor Company in Claycomo, where he took great pride in being a longtime member of the United Auto Workers Association, Local #249.  In addition to his work at Ford, he was the owner and operator of Richmond Computer Service, where his passion for technology thrived.

Bruce was a member of the Richmond Masonic Lodge #57.  In his spare time, he enjoyed bowling, stargazing, and had a special talent for crafting beautiful stained glass.  A true Classic Rock'n'Roller at heart, Bruce's love for music was a lifelong passion.

Above all else, Bruce cherished his family.  His daughters and grandchildren were the light of his life, and he took immense joy in every moment he spent with them.  Bruce's legacy of love, music, and craftsmanship will be forever remembered by those who knew him.

The family suggests memorial contributions be made to the Ray County Fair, Inc.  They can be left at or mailed to Thurman Funeral Home, 507 East Main Street-P.O. Box 190, Richmond, MO 64085.

Funeral services will be held at 10:30 A.M. on Thursday, October 24, 2024, at Thurman Funeral Home in Richmond.  Visitation will be held from 6:00 P.M. to 8:00 P.M. on Wednesday, October 23, 2024, at the funeral home.  Interment will be in Richmond Memory Gardens.  Please remember to share your memories of Bruce with the family by visiting www.thurmanfuneralhome.com.