Robert “Bob” Bruder

CUMBERLAND – Robert “Bob” Bruder, 56, of Cumberland, passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, Sept. 25, 2019, at his home after a long battle with depression.Bob was born on May 2, 1963, in Bridgeport, Conn., to Robert and Doris (Van Sise) Bruder. At age 12 his family moved to Lewiston where he could be found helping his father at Gene’s Corner Store when not in school. He Graduated Lewiston High School in 1981 and continued his education at Husson University earning his degree in Computer Science. He he he joined a fraternity (TKE) and building lifelong friendships.Bob spent his professional career working in technology for the State of Maine, L.L. Bean, WEX, TD Bank, NTT Data and most recently as Director of Sales for Arkatechture.Bob met the love of his life, Karen, while working at L.L. Bean. He embraced and enjoyed being a father-figure to Karen’s three children. They were married on July 3, 1999, and had two beautiful children together. He was so proud of each member of the family they shared and their many achievements and spoke lovingly of them, often. Bob enjoyed spending time with friends and family, playing golf, watching the Patriots and the Yankees. Bob was blessed with an incredible ability to connect with people. The impact of this ability was far reaching and in both his personal and professional lives Bob will be remembered for his gentle soul, his kind and generous spirit, and his love for his family.Bob was predeceased by his parents, Robert and Doris Bruder. He is survived by his wife, Karen (Lessard) Bruder and children, Adam and Stephanie Bruder of Cumberland, Rachel (Daren) Dionne of Cumberland, Kate (Patrick) Griffin of Scarborough, Eric (Halee) Storey of Cumberland and five beautiful grandchildren. He is also survived by his two sisters, Carole Bruder of Poland, and Laurie (Bill) Dumont, a niece, Paige Dumont and nephew, Hunter Dumont all of Minot.A celebration of life will take place at 1 p.m., on Saturday, Oct. 5, 2019, at Greely Middle School, 351 Tuttle Road, Cumberland, Maine. Please show your love and support for Bob by wearing New England Patriots or New York Yankee attire to this celebration.Please go to www.jonesrichandbarnes.com to share your thoughts, memories and condolences so that these are captured for Bob’s children and family in one place.In lieu of flowers,please make a donation in Bob’s name to:White Pine Community Church94 Cumberland RoadNorth Yarmouth, ME 04097or, The Family Restored17 Bishop StreetSuite 202Portland, ME 04103or thefamilyrestored.org

Robert “Bob” Bruder