Bruce Gerry McNaylor, 70, succumbed to his arduous battle with cancer on April 10, 2019. A Baton Rouge native, Bruce attended Glen Oaks High School and graduated in 1966. He loved to run track and chase his future bride Andrea Watson McNaylor. After high school, Bruce served his country in the United States Air Force as an Explosives Ordinance Technician and served two years in Vietnam. Upon returning to Baton Rouge, Bruce began work at ExxonMobil in 1970 where he worked in the fire station until his retirement. "Red" as he was known to friends never backed away from a challenge. Bruce is preceded in death by his mother Ruth McNaylor, and brother Malcom. He is survived by his wife of 49 years Andrea Watson McNaylor, two sons Robert Bruce and Richard Nolan McNaylor, daughter-in-law Amie and Tara, and his two favorite grandsons Tristan Logan and Finnan Bruce McNaylor. A private graveside service will be held at Louisiana National Cemetery at a later date.
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Offering prayers for a fallen Airman.
Barry Jarreau
April 13, 2019
Mr. Red, I will always love you and appreciate everything you helped me get through. You are the kindest and most generous person I have ever met. It was such a pleasure to shoot pool with you and listen to some of your jokes and stories. You have touched the lives of many and will certainly be missed. My Prayers going out to the McNaylor family. Rest in peace, at last, Mr. Red.
Jodi Hoseth
April 13, 2019
Very sorry for your loss! Condolences to the McNaylor family.
Mike and Brenda Myers
April 13, 2019
Very sorry for your loss! I went to many fire training classes put on by Red! He was a good guy!
Donald Whitehead
April 13, 2019
Robert, our condolences to you and the McNaylor Family in the passing of Bruce. May the moments you shared grant you comfort and peace. Our thanks for his service in the U.S. Air Force in defense of our Nation. May you all find peace and comfort now and in the days ahead. God Bless, Vince and Rhenda Giaccone
Vincent Giaccone
April 13, 2019
Please know that so many share your grief and are praying in behalf of the family for God to provide the needed comfort and support during this difficult time.
April 12, 2019
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