Bruce Lee McQuillen (74) of Effingham
Published on June 12 2023 4:33 pm
Bruce Lee McQuillen, 74 of Effingham, passed away Saturday, June 10, 2023 at Effingham Rehabilitation and Health Care Center in Effingham.
A Celebration of Life service will be held at a later date. Arrangements are in the care of Bauer Funeral Home in Effingham. Online condolences may be expressed by clicking here.
Bruce was born August 4, 1948 in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, the son of Lee and Angie (Hamilton) McQuillen. He served as a corpsman in the United States Navy. Bruce received his bachelor's degree in liberal arts from Truman State and was a teacher for many years. He was an avid fisherman, golfer, gardener, and Hawkeye sports fan. Bruce was also a musician in several local bands.
He is survived by his daughter, Deirdre McQuillen of Springfield; son, Nathan (Dana) McQuillen of Effingham; brother, Brad (Cheryl) of Shawnee Mission, KS; sister, Beth McQuillen of Iowa City, IA; three nieces and three nephews.
Bruce was preceded in death by his parents.