Bruce A. “Touchee” Mcpherson

Bruce A. “Touchee” McPherson, age 61, of Dedham,  formerly of Jamaica Plain, died unexpectedly on August 7, 2011 at home. Bruce is survived by two daughters, Emily McPherson of Jamaica Plain and Sarah Galante of Hyde Park.  He leaves behind his mother, Rose (Ritz) McPherson of Pennsylvania and 3 brothers; Gregory McPherson of South Carolina and Bryan and Terrance McPherson, both of New York.   Bruce is also survived by two new grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. Bruce was a veteran of the Viet Nam War where he served proudly as a Marine. He received the National Defense Service Medal, Good Conduct Medal and Rifle Marksman Award.   The honor and pride he felt as a Marine never left him.  He was an active member of the Moose Lodge in Dedham.    Bruce grew up in New York, the son of Rose (Ritz) and the late Duncan McPherson. He was a talented carpenter and he began a construction company in Jamaica Plain.  He enjoyed the outdoors, hunting for antiques and crafting beautiful stained glass windows. Family and friends are kindly invited to attend visiting hours Thursday, August 18, 2011, from 6-8 pm at Folsom Funeral Home, 87 Milton Street, Dedham. Burial will be private. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the Wounded Warrior Project, PO Box 758517, Topeka, KS. 66675-8517.