Bruce Ray Ferchau passed from this life on April 7, 2025, in Gage, Oklahoma, at the age of 70. He was born on May 24, 1954, in Enid, Oklahoma, to Frank Louis Ferchau, Jr. and Betty Virginia (Miller) Ferchau.

Bruce grew up in a large and loving family with five siblings—Oscar, Steven, Stanley, Barbara, and Betty—and four step-siblings—Frank, Harry, Phyllis, and Mary Louise. He began his education in Enid, attending Adams Elementary and Longfellow Junior High. In 1969, his family moved to Gage, Oklahoma, where he graduated from Gage High School.

On August 7, 1974, Bruce enlisted in the United States Marine Corps. During his service, he was stationed at Camp LeJeune in North Carolina and attained the rank of Lance Corporal. He was honored with the National Defense Service Medal and Rifle Sharpshooter Badge. He received his discharge on May 6, 1976.

After returning to Oklahoma, Bruce married Sharon and the couple made their home in Oklahoma City for a time before Bruce eventually returned to Gage. Throughout his life, he worked in construction and as a ranch hand. He was a man of faith and a member of the Independent Baptist church.

Bruce was preceded in death by his parents, Frank and Betty Ferchau; siblings Harry Ferchau, Oscar Ferchau, Phyllis Tafoya, Mary Louise Ferchau, and Betty Tucker; brother-in-law Ruben Tucker; sisters-in-law Eva Ferchau and Joyce Ferchau; two nephews, Benjamin Ferchau and Tom Hardesty; and other cherished family members.

He is survived by his siblings: Frank Ferchau of Oklahoma City, Stanley Ferchau of Moore, Steven Ferchau and wife Evelyn of Stillwater, and Barbara Ferchau of Columbus, Georgia. Bruce is also survived by many nieces, nephews, extended family members, and a host of friends. Bruce will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved him.

Private burial of the urn on April 30, 2025 at the Gage Memorial Cemetery.