Bruce E. Coldren

Bruce E. Coldren, 51, of Rome, passed away on Sunday, May 10, 2015 at home with his loving wife by his side.

He was born on October 7, 1963 in Rome, the son of James and Mary Etta Lamphier Coldren. On May 27, 2000 he married Jennifer Brooks. Bruce attended Westmoreland schools.

He was a self employed truck driver, One Vision Transport, and a tow truck driver. He also worked as a mechanic for Cataldo's. He enjoyed hunting and four-wheeling. He loved riding his Vmax 1990 motorcycle, and also building and refurbishing cars,

He was a member of the National Rifle Assn. (NRA). Bruce had a heart of gold and would do anything for anybody.

Bruce is survived by his beloved wife, Jennifer; mother-in-law, Carol Brooks of Rome, sisters, Robin Inman of Whitesboro, Anita Scott of CA. and Rachel Buzbee of In.; brothers, Paul (Debbie) Coldren of NJ., Rex (Cari) Coldren of MT., Michael Coldren, of Liverpool and James Coldren, of CA.; a sister-in-law, Janet Coldren of IN; special friends, Lisa and James DiCastro, Ted Murphy. Brian and Penny Carpenter and John Reese.

Relatives and friends may call on Wednesday, May 20, from 5 to 7 p.m. at the Bottini Funeral Home, 120 W. Embargo St.

Online tributes may be made at: bottinifuneralhome.com.