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Bruce Carey Obituary
WILLISTON, SC - Dr. Bruce A. Carey went to be with the Lord, November 30, 2016. He was born June 3, 1949 to the late H. W. Carey and Coleen Carey in Zanesville, Ohio. He graduated from the College of Optometry at The Ohio State University in 1975. After which, he and his wife, Judy, moved to Williston, SC where he practiced optometry for 41 years in Williston and Hampton.
Bruce enjoyed life to the fullest playing golf, watching all sports, and was an avid Ohio State Buckeye fan, esp. football. He also enjoyed spending time with family and friends. As a member of Williston United Methodist Church, he served as Sunday School Superintendent.
Bruce is survived by his wife of 45 years, Judy Gruber Carey; his son, Shawn (Mary) Carey of Aiken, SC and daughter Sara (Matt) Howard of Lake Wylie, SC; grandchildren, Noah Carey, Caroline Carey and Alden Howard. A memorial service to celebrate his life will be held 3 p.m. Saturday, December 3, 2016 at Williston United Methodist church with visitation in social hall after the service. Memorials may be made to Williston United Methodist Church, 6030 Springfield, Road, Williston, SC 29853.
Folk Funeral Home, Inc. and Crematory, Williston, SC is assisting the family with arrangements.
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Memories and Condolences
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5 Entries
December 12, 2016
My sympathies to Judy on the passing of Bruce. I remember Chemistry class with him and his wit in H.S. God bless you. Mary Lou Saari
Robert Cress
December 4, 2016
Dr. Carey always had a smile for you and was always ready to play golf at all of our SCOPA optometry conventions. He was a kind and loving man for his family and his patients. We will really miss Dr. Carey.
Larry Patton
December 2, 2016
Dear Carey family,
I'm very sad to hear of Bruce's passing. I called on
Bruce for many years as a sales rep for Wren Optical
and later Robertson Optical. He always greeted me
with a friendly smile and was very kind every time I came by to see him. He was the kind of person who
always made you feel at ease and was genuinely
glad to see you! As a Doctor of optometry, he was
well respected in the state, and provided much
needed eyecare for the citizens of Williston and
Hampton areas. He was a true gentleman and will
be missed. My deepest sympathy
Jerry Laucher
December 2, 2016
My Name Is Jerry Laucher, Judy's Cousin,You Hav e My SYMPATHY On Dr BRUCE
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