Bruce Michael Semeria, 79, husband of Terry Ann (Bryan) Bundrant, passed away peacefully on Sunday, October 4, 2026 at his home in Gilbertsville.
Born in Bronx, NY, he was the son of the late Stephen and Norma (Bozzonetti) Semeria.
Bruce proudly served his country in the United States Army during the Vietnam War. He began riding bucking broncos at an early age and then shifted to competitive bull riding after sustaining an injury. He was a very accomplished bull rider, even earning World Champion status. After retiring from bull riding, Bruce became an avid golfer. Bruce attended Woodstock live and cherished that once in a lifetime experience. He was an insatiable story teller. Bruce had a longtime career at Davey Tree Company. He worked his way up from tree climber to a district manager within the company.
Surviving along with his wife Terry of 20 years, is his daughter Nicole Kelly, wife of Peter; stepchildren Kristi Conrad, wife of David, and Susan Beehler, wife of the late Lance; brother Neil S. Semeria, husband of Kristi; grandchildren Rachel Kelly, Sean Kelly; step grandchildren Alison Sell, wife of Robert, Jack Beehler, husband of Sydney, Katherine Beehler, and Trey Conrad; and great grandson Cooper Sell. He is predeceased by his late wife Gloria J. Semeria.
A memorial service will be held on Saturday, October 10, 2026, at 11:00AM at Catagnus Funeral Home (711 N. Franklin St., Pottstown, PA 19464) with Deacon Jim Nash officiating. Burial will follow at Highland Memorial Park. A visitation will also be held on Saturday, October 10, 2026, from 9:30AM-11:00AM at the funeral home.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital ( https://www.stjude.org/) in Bruce’s name.