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Bill Gregory posted a condolence
Saturday, March 21, 2026
I had the pleasure of working with Bruce at Exxon Engineering in Florham Park, NJ. Bruce was indeed recognized as a technical expert in catalytic cracking technology but more importantly, he was a remarkable colleague who was a always had the time to offer his time and assistance to others. My belated condolences to his family.
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Dennis Spencer posted a condolence
Monday, March 2, 2026
I first met Bruce in Dartmouth Nova Scotia in 1968 when we worked together on the FIOR iron ore project at the Dartmouth Refinery for Esso. Bruce was always friendly and got along with everyone. Never an unkind word.
Later when he and his family moved to New Jersey, we again met at Esso/Exxon. We lived not far from each other and attended the same church, St. Joseph’s, in Medham, and that is where I got to know the whole family: Mary, Mike, David, and Mary Ann. We often played cards and other games with the whole family some evenings.
One fond memory occurred one Halloween: A group of us Exxon men would play trick-or-treat on other Exxon men, getting permission from their wives first. We unscrewed all of the light bulbs in the outdoor fixtures on the house they were renting so that our other shenanigans would not be seen. Bruce came out later thinking we were gone to screw the bulbs back in. The whole family came out with him. The only thing that prevented us from going inside and taking over the house was that Jigs was ferociously growling at us. Like so many of the other men we played tricks on over the years he couldn’t understand why the family was enjoying this so much while he was so irritated. All of them knew what was going on and were enjoying it to the hilt.
Later on, we visited often. Bruce was a devoted husband and took great care of Mary. After moving to Colorado, I didn’t get to see them, but did maintain contact by telephone, I last talked with Bruce shortly after his 95th birthday in January. I was saddened to learn of his passing on to God. My condolences to Mike, David, and Mary Ann as I think back on those evenings we spent together those many years ago.
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James Bradley posted a condolence
Sunday, March 1, 2026
Deepest sympathies from the entire Bradley family to the entire Artuso family. Much as those of us left behind will miss him, we are happy for him that he will be joining his beloved Mary in heaven. Bruce and Mary were a “class act”. They both lit up any room they entered. They made S.Joseph’s School and Church by their presence alone , let alone their devotion to service. Hats off to ya, buddy!
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Ken Putt posted a condolence
Friday, February 27, 2026
I first met Bruce in June 1965 in Dartmouth Nova Scotia on the Imperial Oil/Esso Research & Engineering (ER&E) FIOR-RD Project, where I reported with my new bride , Bonnie, as a new engineering graduate. Bruce was an immediate mentor to me and Bonnie and I became family friends with Bruce and Mary.
I was not the least bit surprised when Bruce became the world-wide ER&E expert in Catalytic Cracking for Exxon and affiliate refineries world wide. I am sure Bruce mentored many young Exxon Engineers world-wide, just as he mentored me.
As Mary's health failed following unfortunate accidents, Bruce was a loving, doting care-giver, a model to all who love their spouses.Bruce gave meaning to the marriage vow, "Until death do us part."
Rest in peace now that you are back with your beloved Mary, Bruce.
Ken
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Wednesday, February 25, 2026
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Our Locations:
Mendham Location:
8 Hilltop Road
Mendham, NJ 07945
973-543-4720
Peapack Location:
176 Main Street
Peapack NJ 07977
908-234-0590
For GPS Purposes use Gladstone, NJ 07934




