Bruce E. Keiter

Bruce Keiter Obituary

Keiter, Bruce E. Mass of Christian Burial for Bruce E. Keiter, 53, of North Barrington, will be held on Friday, at St. Anne Church, corner of Franklin and Ela Street, Barrington, where he will lie-in-state from 9 a.m. until the time of service at 10 a.m. Father Britto Berchmans will officiate. Bruce was born on August 28, 1950, in York, PA. He passed away April 26, 2004, at Alden of Long Grove. Entombment Memory Gardens Cemetery, Arlington Heights. He graduated with a Master's Degree in Music Performance from Berklee School of Music in Boston. He worked as the Musical Director for eight years for Royal Viking Cruise Ship Line, founded B&B Entertainment Enterprises and most recently was the General Manager of the Rockford Cubbies the single A team for the Chicago Cubs and the Beloit Snappers the single A team for the Milwaukee Brewers. He was a member of St. Anne Church and he enjoyed golf, baseball, parties and fine dining. Survivors include his wife, Barbara A. (nee Binder) whom he married December 20, 1983, in Ft. Lauderdale, FL, children, Nicole and Brittany of North Barrington, a sister, Judith (Ronald) Babcock of Dover, MA, nieces and nephews, Kevin, Karen and Kathy and mother-in-law, Dorothy Binder of North Barrington. He was preceded in death by his parents, Edward and Francis (nee Fulks) and a brother Donald. Visitation will be on Thursday, from 3 to 9 p.m., at the Davenport Family Funeral Home, 149 W. Main St. (Lake-Cook Rd.), Barrington. Memorials to the American Cancer Society, 100 W. Palatine Rd., Palatine, IL, 60067, appreciated. For information call: 847-381-3411

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times from Apr. 28 to Apr. 29, 2004.

Memories and Condolences
for Bruce Keiter

6 Entries

Kevin Babcock

May 9, 2025

Twenty plus years later. Bruce remains in my thoughts daily. Truly a kind, special man. He would often leave whopping tips for street musicians/performers to encourage them. He was a force for good and I miss him.

Bill Ashton

April 29, 2004

Although I didn't know Bruce that well I always enjoyed his visits to the store.We would talk about the Cubs and he would tell stories of past times with the Rockford Cubbies, and who had passed through his teams in the years he was there.Being a die hard Cubs fan I will miss the talks about the Cubs and weather the Cubs or Sox would due better in the coming season.My thoughts and prayers are with your family,God Bless

Sincerly,

Bill Ashton Orchard Meats

Karen Ponzo

April 28, 2004

To Mrs. Keiter, Nicole, Brittany and family,

I was so sorry to hear of your loss. I am not sure if you remember me, but I used to teach private flute lessons to Nicole at your home maybe 4 or 5 years ago. I remember talking to Mr. Keiter at that time about getting Nicole a new flute. He told me about his musical background and his love for music. I remember him being very caring and supportive of Nicole and her musical interests. Mrs. Byte informed me of the sad news. Please know that your are in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.

Karen Ponzo

Elgin, Illinois

Judy Acino

April 28, 2004

We'll miss Bruce. He was my golfing buddy, my husband's friend, and a kind neighbor for my daughters. He gave his gift of music to Nicole, his gift of sports to Brittany. He loved his wife, Barbara, and his family. He threw the best celebrations of anyone I've ever met, enjoying the process of planning a celebration - big or small - and enjoying including lots of people in the celebration.

He was a kind man, a gentleman in the truest sense of the word, and so much fun to be with. He will be remembered by our family, aways.

With love,

Judy, Shawn, Erin & Morgan

David Hostman

April 28, 2004

Bruce was a wonderful man, a tremendous father & husband, and a great friend. He will be deeply missed. We are all better people for having had him in our lives.

Nicole Kiolbasa

April 27, 2004

First off, my family and I give our dearest condolences for the Keiter family. Mr. Keiter was like a second father to me. I remember going to the Keiter's house almost every Tuesday for almost two years because of the extra curricular activities Nicole and I would do. I was always treated so well and like family and that meant a lot to me.

Mr. Keiter believed in Nicole and I in our crazy days in high school when we wanted to become popstars. His love for music, like Nicole, was very passionate. Anytime I saw Mr. Keiter he always looked so happy and full of life and man did he love those Chicago Cubs! He also loved his family very dearly as they loved him. I know this is hard for the Keiter family because it's really hard for me too but I am there for you guys to help you get through these tough times.

My grandma tried to battle cancer, like Mr. Keiter, but lost the battle and didn't make it. The Keiter's were there for me and likewise I'm always there for you guys whenever you need me. Although death is hard, man do I know how hard it is, Mr. Keiter is up there with my grandma watching over us in heaven.

Mr. Keiter, I love you dearly and you will always be in my heart and remembered forever. Rest in peace.

Love always,

Nicole Kiolbasa