BRUCE GERALD GUAY

August 29, 1953 – January 10, 2024

Bruce Gerald Guay of Murrysville, PA, previously of Catalina Island, California, died peacefully on January 10, 2024, following a short, spirited battle with esophageal cancer. He was surrounded by his loving and dedicated family.

Bruce was preceded in death by his parents, Gerald F. and Phyllis A. Guay and a brother, Scott Gerald Guay. He is survived by his loving wife of nearly 43 years and biggest fan of 45 years, Rebecca Stinson Guay; son, John (Maria) Peace of Bellflower, CA; and daughter, Tawnya (Rick) Thompson of Bakersfield, CA; devoted sister, Pamela G. Cochenour (Valerie Kokal) of Murrysville, PA, and adoring brother, Derek (Chrissy) Guay of Patterson Heights, PA, sister-in-law, Judy King of Annapolis, Maryland, as well as numerous nieces, nephews, and beloved cousins. He is known as “Old Dude” to grandchildren, Cheyenne, Raevin, Zachary, and Tiffany and as “Papa Dude” to great-grandchildren Kailani, Alyson, and Maddie.

Bruce is a graduate of Cherry Hill High School West, Cherry Hill, New Jersey and attended Miami University (Oxford, Ohio). He pursued his love of music his entire life playing guitar and singing in bands, first with his brother, Scott, and later with his best and closest friends in life. Most recently known professionally as “Acoustical Bruce,” he shared his talent and love of music with other music lovers in Southwestern Pennsylvania performing at locally owned vineyards, breweries, restaurants, private clubs, fund-raising events, and events for his family and friends. His favorite song, “Stars” by Dan Fogelberg speaks for Becky and his loving family, “Spend my nights alone catching falling stars to give to you, love.”

Services will be private and a memorial service will be planned for a later date. In lieu of flowers, his family asks that you visit your favorite local vineyard or brewery to support them and local musicians who all are Bruce's brothers and sisters. Donations to St. Jude Hospital are also appreciated to cure childhood cancers.

Bruce's family thanks all the health care professionals at Allegheny Health Network Cancer Center in Monroeville, PA for their fierce efforts and caring touch. Professional Services entrusted to Soxman Funeral Homes, Ltd., Pittsburgh, PA.

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