Dr. Bruce D. Mather

Dr. Bruce D. Mather

Dr. Bruce D. Mather passed peacefully on 15 November 2014. He was born in Westboro, Missouri and raised in Atchison and Nodaway Counties. Bruce spent many years in Europe and retired to Vancouver, Washington. On his way to heaven Bruce was met at the Rainbow Bridge by his beloved Bernese Mountain Dogs: Spot, Pommes Frites, and Eiger.

Bruce will be remembered for his kindness, delight in his own orneriness, and public service. Bruce served honorably in the U.S. Air Force, was a Mason and member of the Scottish Rite, was state chairman of the Missouri Jaycees and President of the European Branch, American Counseling Association. His last government assignment was in the medical clinic at Marshall Space Flight Center. He is survived by his wife, Dr. Martha Atkinson and his beloved Bernese Mountain Dog, Roesti.

Memorial contributions may be made to The Salvation Army, 1500 N.E. 112th Ave., Vancouver, WA 98684.