Bruce I Nilges, of Des Peres MO, passed peacefully at his residence on September 18, 2023.  Bruce was born June 19, 1956, in Jefferson City MO, to Dorothy Nilges and Albert Nilges.  He was married to Carrie Hand on August 23, 1986 at UMC Webster Groves. They enjoyed 37 years together and lived in Des Peres for thirty years.

Bruce is survived by his wife, Carrie Hand Nilges; children, Chandra (Tim) Fessler, Drew Nilges, Lauren (Brian) McCune; grandchildren, Mathew Fessler and Ellie McCune; siblings, Lyle (Julie) Nilges, Beverly Nilges, Mark (Melissa) Nilges; brother-in-law, Steve (Debbie) Hand; and sister-in-law, Sara (Joel) Rader, as well as many nieces, nephews, cousins, aunts, uncles and friends.

His parents and stepmother, Joyce Nilges, preceded him in death.

Owner of Bruce Nilges Landscape Company for 33 years, Bruce loved going to farm and tool auctions, always looking for “rusty gold” unique items to sell in his booth at the Antique Mall.

Bruce was always very proud of his kids and grandkids and their accomplishments.  The most cherished roles in Bruce’s life were those of a loving husband, dad, and papa.  His presence in our lives will be greatly missed.

The family requests contributions be made to the Siteman Cancer Center, MSC 1247-414-2100, 7425 Forsyth Blvd., St. Louis, MO 63105 or online at siteman.wustl.edu/tribute. Please indicate the gift is in memory of Bruce by writing a memo on your check.

A Celebration of Life is planned for Saturday, September 30th at:

Llywelyns Pub

17 West Moody

Webster Groves, MO 63119

Family and friend are invited to stop by anytime between 11:30am – 2:30pm.  A lunch buffet and beverages will be served.  Our family looks forward to sharing memories of Bruce and visiting with  you.