Amanda Marie Bruce
Amanda Marie Bruce, 38, of Houston, Texas passed away April 12, 2020. She was born January 16, 1982 in Texas City, Texas to parents Robert D. Bruce Jr. and Teresa S. Bruce.
Amanda graduated with Honors from Santa Fe High School, Class of 2000. She went to the University of Texas at Austin where she received her Bachelors with Honors Field of Study Multimedia Design. Amanda went on to receive her Masters Field of Study Applied Graphic Design at the University of Houston-Clear Lake. Amanda was working at the University of Houston-Clear Lake for the past 9 years as an Instructional Designer.
Amanda was preceded in death by her most beloved dog, Clover Jean. Clover was the love of Amanda’s life and it was such a loss to her. Amanda was a beautiful daughter and sister, most educated woman, and brought laughter and smiles of those family and friends around her. She was the most giving lady you would ever come across.
Amanda spent her days with her plants, mostly succulents, and always doing some sort of crafts for those she loved. She was most amazing at DIY home repair. There was nothing she could not do when she put her mind to it. To us, Amanda was the most remarkable person to know.
She is survived by her parents Robert and Teresa of Santa Fe, her brother Christopher R. Bruce of Santa Fe, close friends Charlie Dostal and Amanda Rector of Dickinson, and Alex Ngyuen of Houston. Her smile will live in our hearts forever.
A private Celebration of Life will be held at Crowder Funeral Home in Dickinson, Texas. Private interment will follow at Mt. Olivet Cemetery.
Amanda, or Chiquita as her father would call her, will be loved and missed in our hearts.
Sending support to her loved ones.
Amanda was a fierce friend and caring soul. She shaped so much of our lives and the memories of my youth. I hope that peace finds those in need during this difficult time. To her parents, thank you for being parents to us all. We still love you.
Sending my sincerest heartfelt condolences🤍
I’m in total shock. Amanda was creative and intelligent. I have many fond memories of fun times and crazy adventures. She was a huge part of my life from childhood into young adulthood and our friendship taught me many things I’ve carried through my life.
My sincerest condolences to her family, friends, colleagues, and all who knew her. She will be missed.
I’ve known Amanda seven years, first as her colleague and then as her supervisor at the University of Houston – Clear Lake. I also considered her a friend, as she was so much more than a co-worker to all of us on the team. Amanda was an amazing woman, creative and funny, hard-working, willing to tackle new challenges, and so very helpful. I have received many emails from her faculty clients, expressing how grateful they had been for her help with their courses and how much she will be missed. I will especially always remember her sharp and dry wit. She was funny in a way that you couldn’t always tell whether or not she was joking with you. I hope that her family and friends can remember her as fondly and I pray that God looks over them in this most difficult time. I’ll miss you, Amanda.
Dearest Dwain, Terry, & Chris……My heart aches for your family. I am at a loss for words. I want you to know how much you are loved by myself and my family. Not being able to be with all of you is hurting very much. My prayers are for you all and sweet, funny Amanda. May she rest in peace. All my love, Norma Dee
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My name is Brandy Deason. I didn’t know her long, but she was kind and fun to be around. I’ll miss her very much. Please call me if you need anything. 7132616731
Amanda was a wonderful friend. She was so hilarious and could always make anyone smile. My deepest condolences to her family and close friends. She will be missed dearly.
My name is Revae Pool. I am so sad to hear of Amanda’s death. I had Amanda in my art classes at SFHS. She was so talented and driven and I loved having her in my classes. We shared lots and lots of laughs together. I have thought about her many times over the years and wondered where she was living and what she was doing with her life. She was full of promise and I know she is already missed by her parents, friends, and co-workers.
Terry and family, I am so very sorry for your loss. My prayers are with you all.
I wish I could turn back the clock just one day. I should have stayed with you one more day. I miss you so much all the time. You’re everywhere that I look. I have a box of goodies to go out today. You would have loved them but you will never see them. I love you.
Your gayest most platonic friend ever,
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