Bruce Wayne Reighard

Bruce Wayne Reighard was born on February 20, 1943, in Amsterdam, Ohio, the firstborn to parents Eugene and Fern Reighard. He passed on to his heavenly reward on September 13, 2022, in Sacramento, California. He was 79 years old. Bruce was preceded in death by both parents. He is survived by his wife, Karen Reighard; two children, Kathy (Craig) Goodman and Kevin (Melissa) Reighard; 7 grandchildren, Christian and Austin Goodman, and Delaney, Darilyn, Dallas, Denae, and Daxon Reighard; 4 brothers and their wives; a vast extended family; and a host of friends and church family. Bruce was raised in the apostolic faith by a loving, godly mother. He was baptized in Jesus' name at an early age and received the Holy Ghost as a boy at church camp. He was a sergeant in the Air Force from 1964-1968 and was stationed in the Philippines. Bruce and Karen were married on July 15, 1967 and celebrated their 55th anniversary this past July. Bruce enjoyed spending time with his family and favorite pastimes included camping and playing games like Skip-Bo, Rummikub, and Phase 10. He also enjoyed Wii bowling with his grandkids. His favorite hobbies were golf and woodworking. The most important part of his life, however, was his walk with God. Bruce and his wife, Karen, have been a tremendous asset to the kingdom of God and their local assembly, and they included their children in everything they did. Throughout the years, Bruce served the churches he attended in numerous capacities, giving of both his time and money to support the local congregation and ministry. He was always willing to help those in need. He was a Sunday School superintendent, treasurer, board member, choir member, and a care group leader. He helped in maintenance and landscaping, and supported several building programs. He also started two Bible Quiz programs. With all of this, his greatest legacy was passing on his love of the Lord and passion for His kingdom to his children and grandchildren. Two things stand out as a testimony of his love for God and his family: the last church service he was able to attend was to hear one of his grandsons preach at youth service; and a week before he passed, despite his extreme pain, he was worshipping from his hospice bed and preaching with the preacher, with both hands raised, praying, “Lord, help me move!” All who knew him know that our loss is Heaven’s great gain. We know he is rejoicing today in the presence of his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ, and we look forward to the day we will be united again, worshipping around the throne. The funeral will be held in Elk Grove, California, at The Rock Church on September 28, 2022 at 12 o'clock pm. He will be interred at the Sacramento Valley National Cemetery in Dixon, California, on September 29, 2022 at 12 o'clock pm.

Bruce Wayne Reighard

February 20, 1943 - September 13, 2022