Bruce Enke

Bruce David Enke, 54, of Jackson passed away Monday, May 18, 2015, at his home.

He was born May 27, 1960, in Cape Girardeau, to Walter and Mae Enke. He was raised in East Cape Girardeau, Illinois, and was a graduate of Shawnee High School.

Bruce later moved to Texas, where he lived 27 years while raising his beloved family. In recent years he returned to his native home of Missouri, where he lived out the remainder of his life bringing joy to those around him.

Survivors include a daughter, Erin Wilson Stokes of San Angelo, Texas; a son, U.S. Army Spc. Tyler Enke of Georgetown, Texas; mother, Mae Enke of Jackson; a sister, Brenda Bowen of Jackson; a brother, Brad (Donna) Enke of St. Louis; several loved nieces; and his partner, Debra Choate of Jackson.

He was preceded in death by his father.

Bruce embraced all outdoor activities, especially hunting. He was an avid sports fan who particularly shared a passion for his Texas Longhorns and St. Louis Cardinals. Most of all he enjoyed spending time with his children, who undeniably filled his heart with so much pride and unconditional love. He had an infectious spirit, a kind soul and was a wonderful conversationalist. He will be missed by all who knew him.

Visitation will be from 9 a.m. until service time today at Ford and Sons Mount Auburn Funeral Home in Cape Girardeau.

The funeral will be at 10:30 a.m. today at the funeral home, with the Rev. Mike Coleman officiating.

In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorial contributions be given to the not-for-profit organization Hunters Helping Soldiers.

Online condolences may be made at fordandsonsfuneralhome.com.