Bruce Earl Niekamp, age 79 passed away peacefully in his sleep on December 28, 2024 in Venice Florida.

Bruce is survived by his loving wife Antoinette Niekamp of Venice, Florida, his Brothers Carl Niekamp and his wife Vera Niekamp of Cedar Rapids, Iowa and Harold Niekamp Jr. and his wife Debra Niekamp of Hickory, North Carolina.

Bruce was a loving uncle to his many nieces and nephews.

Bruce was preceded in his death by his daughter Ilona Niekamp, and his parents Greta P Niekamp and Harold H Niekamp Sr.

Bruce served in the United States Coast Guard, upon his release from Active Duty he went on to serve in the Reserves. While on Active Duty he served in Groton, Connecticut,  Norfolk, Virginia as well as Spain. After he left the Military, he went on to earn numerous  College degrees which helped him secure future employment in a wide variety of industries.

He worked for General Electric Corporation,  as well as Sarasota County for many years.

Bruce loved spending time with his wife. They enjoyed working together around the house and genuinely just as long as they were together he was happy.

In his younger days he was an avid fisherman, swimmer and he would love to hop in his JEEP with his wife and take long drives. He also loved spending time with his friends whether it was at the beach, fishing or camping or just sitting around telling stories in the garage. He was also one to always lend a helping hand to anyone who might need one.

He will always be remembered as a  cheerful and loving Husband, the best uncle you could've imagined.

At a future date there will be a Celebration of life in his honor.