Bruce Alvris Christian, the son of Fritz A. and Bessie Christian, was born 2:05 a.m. on Sunday, March 1, 1953, in Palatka, Florida.

He was educated in the Clay County school system and was a 1971 graduate of Clay High School.

Bruce was a United States Army Veteran and also served 11 years in the National Guard. He was employed as a Seminole Electric Plant Operator until his retirement in 2005.

Bruce was a member of Calvary Missionary Baptist Church and was active in the Deacons Ministry, the "Seed Class" Ministry, the male chorus and Sunday school. He previously served as a member of the Board of Directors, church maintenance and grounds leader and a member of the Ushers Ministry.

Assisting community events and the "Finer Women" of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Zeta Mu Zeta Chapter, Bruce was also a member of the Zeta Phi Beta Male Network.

In addition to his parents, Bruce was preceded in death by his aunts and uncle, Annie Mae Bell, Bernice Adams, Sophronia Morgan, Naomi Oliver, Marian Smith and Joseph Cray.

His hobbies included exercising his "light weight" handyman skills for family and friends, fine dining, and detailing his vehicles.

He leaves to cherish his memories, his wife of 33 years, Marvis Bryant Christian, son, Kurstan Middlebrook Sr. (Tampa, FL), daughter, Christel Christian (California), brothers, Anthony Christian (Tampa, FL), Bryan Christian (Brenda) Green Cove, FL and David Christian (Tampa, FL).

Grandchildren Kurstan Middlebrook Jr. (Palm Coast, FL), Aaron Morthel, Breana Jackson, Rick Johnson, Timothy Rounds, and Adanah Rhodius (California).

Great grandson Messiah Middlebrook (Palm Coast, FL). Niece, Stephanie Christian (Orlando, FL), Nephew, Bryan Christian II (Deseree') Green Cove, FL.

A much-appreciated cousin, Mary Ann Norwood (Palatka, FL).

Godsons and daughters, Tobby Williams, Sharice Williams, Justyce Wright, Alaya Lewis, Jody Edwards, Jakeem Perry, and a host of other relatives and friends

The family will receive friends and the community 5-6:30 p.m., Friday, June 21, at Calvary Missionary Baptist Family Life Center, 1414 Bronson St, Palatka, Florida. A Celebration of Life will be held 1:00 p.m., Saturday, June 22, at the Calvary MB Family Life Center. Interment will be held in Oak Hill West Cemetery.