Lasting Memories

Bruce Alan Williamson
July 4, 1946-June 22, 2025
Union City California, USA

Bruce Alan Williamson, a long-time resident of the Bay Area, passed away peacefully at Kaiser Permanente Fremont, with friends at his side, on June 22, 2025, just shy of his 79th birthday.

Bruce was born July 4, 1946, in Johnstown, Ohio, and was raised in Huntington, West Virginia and Columbus, Ohio. He earned his bachelor’s degree from Kalamazoo College and obtained a master’s degree from Pepperdine University. He lived in Colorado, Texas and New Mexico before moving to California, including his beloved La Honda region, for the remainder of his life.

A life-long learner, reader, writer and educator, Bruce had his own communications marketing firm, BAW Creative Services, was the author of several children’s books, and conducted workshops to help others experience the joy and fearlessness of reliving the youth and freedom of a child. He loved tutoring, helping many others with computer literacy and technology consulting. His love of animals and pets later translated to a pet sitting business, which gave him great satisfaction in his retirement years. His late cat, Sam, was a particular treasure in his life and was greatly missed.

One of Bruce’s joys throughout his life was singing and sharing his strong and steady voice with choral groups throughout the area. He was truly interested in everyone he met, and will be remembered for his warmth, kindness and curiosity.

He was preceded in death by his father and mother, Vance and Pauline (Williams) Williamson, of Columbus, Ohio. He is survived by a brother, David (Diane) Williamson of Waynesville, North Carolina; his first wife, Claire Paul; and many loving friends. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to an animal rescue of choice.