Bruce R. Soule, 78, of Pulaski, passed away quietly at his home on July 4, under the care of his family, friends and Oswego County Hospice. He was born to Glen and Josephine Soule in Pulaski on July 20, 1930. Bruce married the former Grace E. Gibbs on July 24, 1955, in Pulaski, with the Rev. Pauley officiating. A devoted father, grandfather and husband, his life pleasures were basically his family, his many friends acquired throughout his lifetime and his work. Upon his graduation in 1948 from Pulaski Academy Central School, he enlisted in the United States Marine Corps, being discharged with the rank of sergeant. For a short time, he was employed by New York Central Railroad. In October of 1952, he was employed by Niagara Mohawk. He retired in October of 1994 after 42 years of service. At the time of his retirement, he was line supervisor of the Pulaski office. His political career began as the town of Richland Republican committeeman and party chairman. He became Oswego County legislator for the town of Richland in 1971. He served as majority leader and vice chairman of the Oswego County legislature from 1976 to 1993. Upon his retirement in 1993, Bruce had served 22 years with the County. He was a member of Pulaski Congregational Church, the American Legion, the Sandy Pond Sportsmen Club and an honorary member of Ringgold Fire Department. Bruce was a past member of Masonic organizations and the Shrine and also the TCCs. Bruce was also a past member of NOCA in Pulaski. Surviving are his wife of 53 years, Grace; four children: daughters, Susan (Paul) Mahaffy, Patti (Dave) Kingsley and Jeanne Soule; a son, Jim Soule; eight grandchildren and three great-grand-children, all of Pulaski; and a brother, Fred Soule of Hernando, FL. Bruce was predeceased by one brother, Loren Soule. There will be no calling hours. Graveside services will be held at the convenience of the family at South Richland Cemetery, with the Rev. James Tschudy, pastor of Pulaski Congregational Church, officiating. Contributions in his memory may be made to Oswego County Hospice, P.O. Box 102, Oswego, NY 13126.

Published in Syracuse Post Standard on 7/5/2009