Portsmouth Bruce G. Medley, 65 of Portsmouth , died Wednesday May 17 2017 at home.
He was the husband of Erica (Greene) Medley.
Mr. Medley was born in Providence ,RI, a son of the late Arthur and Grace (Bosworth) Medley.
Bruce was the owner / operator of the Prudence Island Ferry for many years .
He was a graduate of the University of Rhode Island. He has been a Portsmouth resident for over 25 yrs, coming from Barrington.
Bruce was an antique collector, he collected grandfather clocks, and he was involved with the Historic Deerfield Museum.
Besides his wife he is survived by a son Nicholas Medley, of Portsmouth, 2 daughters Grace Medley of Newport, and Katherine Medley of Burlington Vermont.
He was the brother of the late Raymond Medley.
Burial will be private.
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04/27/2021
Charlotte and Bennett Burnham
We are very sorry to hear of Bruce's passing. You are all in our thoughts and prayers. My mom always thought of him as Robert Redford. He was always so kind to our families. May he rest in sweet peace!
04/27/2021
Charlotte and Bennett Burnham
Bruce was a good friend for over 40 years. My main interaction was riding his ferries. We always had great conversations, and he was so comforting when my own mom died. I will always consider him a good friend. My condolences to his family. He will be missed by many. I wish him fair winds and calm seas.
04/27/2021
Charlotte and Bennett Burnham
Our condolences to the Medley family. We knew Bruce from many summers riding the ferry, and met Vicki and the kids on the island. We are sorry very sorry for your loss
04/27/2021
Charlotte and Bennett Burnham
I am so sorry, of course I meant to type Erica.
04/27/2021
Charlotte and Bennett Burnham
Erica, my heartfelt and sincere condolences to you and your children on the passing of your husband, Bruce.
04/27/2021
Charlotte and Bennett Burnham
Condolences to all involved.
04/27/2021
Charlotte and Bennett Burnham
My condolences to his family and loved ones. I immediately recognized his name, but thought I must be wrong; Bruce will always be 30 something in my memories. God bless!
04/27/2021
Charlotte and Bennett Burnham
We offer our heartfelt condolences to the Medley family. We knew Bruce through our membership in the Massasoit Historical Association where Bruce was an astute and thoughtful member of the Maxwell House restoration committee. May he rest in peace.
04/27/2021
Charlotte and Bennett Burnham
Bruce was one of the first people I met when I moved to Rhode Island. Like many true Watermen, Bruce was a bit crusty with a quick smile and big heart. I will miss our get togethers. Fair winds.
04/27/2021
Charlotte and Bennett Burnham
Dear Erica and family,
I was sorry to realize that your dear husband had passed on in mid-May. Please accept my deepest condolences for your loss, Erica. I know this has to be very hard and I just want you to know that I am keeping you in my prayers.
04/27/2021
Charlotte and Bennett Burnham
I found today Bruce passed away. I was sorry to hear this, as Bruce gave my wife and I many enjoyable years of service on the ferry always a professional and a real nice man. Our condolences to the family.
04/27/2021
Charlotte and Bennett Burnham
All our sympathy to all of you. So sorry for your loss.
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