In Remembrance Of
Bruce Huffman
Alan “Bruce” Huffman, 69, of Basehor, KS, passed away October 17, 2026.
He was born on January 21, 1957, in Independence, MO to Albert Lee and Virginia Dale (Wilborn) Huffman. He was raised in Armourdale, KS, and later Smithville, MO where he graduated from Smithville High School in 1975.
Burce was just 18 when he started at General Motors where he worked until he retired in 2006.
In his younger days, he played basketball, football and baseball. He helped build the Field of Dreams in Basehor, KS. He was a great coach to his softball girls and always made sure to have fun and know the game. He was also a true hunter and fisherman. After he retired, he joined the sport “Field Trial Bird Dogs”. Not only was he a great handler and scout he was a legendary cook and started the fish fry tradition. He was very active in watching his grandkids grow up and their activities. He loved them more than anything and was always willing to help anyone who needed it. He was the best Papa and everyone will miss all of his stories, his jokes, his smile, his laugh and most importantly his heart.
Bruce was preceded in death by his parents; his sisters Jodi Wells and Karen Nelson; his brothers Tom Huffman and Gary Huffman and his son-in-law Sean Kelley.
He is survived by his daughters Ashley (Shaun) Ware and Chelsie Kelley; his grandchildren Makayla (Connor), Julie, Christian, Madi, Ethan and Davin; great-grandchildren Kayson and one due in November; his siblings Dennis Huffman, Johnny Huffman, James Huffman, Earl Huffman, Garland Huffman, Marlin Huffman, Sharon Lee and Marsha Hendricks; numerous nieces and nephews, cousins, and many friends.
Visitation will be from 12:00-2:00 p.m. with Funeral Services at 2:00 p.m. Friday, October 23rd at Hixson-Klein Funeral Home in Smithville, MO.
Burial: Reed Cemetery, Trimble, MO.
Donations may be made to St. Jude’s.
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Service Details
Reed Cemetery, Trimble, MO
12:00-2:00 p.m. Friday, October 23rd at Hixson-Klein Funeral Home in Smithville, MO.
2:00 p.m. Friday, October 23rd at Hixson-Klein Funeral Home in Smithville, MO.
Comments & condolences
6 comments
Kelly McKinzie
Sending your family comfort and healing with all the incredible memories made. He made a big impact on the lives left here on earth. Jimmy loved him dearly.
Nancy Croxton
Bruce will be missed by all that knew and loved him.But especially by his daughters and grandkids.
Diana Bohanon Hahlbohm
Bruce has been a long time friend since living in the same town some years ago. I’ve been so inspired following him on Facebook as he always shared his love for God. The last time I saw him he brought a whole sack of his homegrown tomatoes and salsa. I know Bruce is so beloved by his whole family. He is home with his Jesus, but will be so missed by his family. Love in Christ, Diana
Henry Gallet
My condolences to Bruce’s family. I have known him all of my life from the armourdalel days when we were kids He was definitely a jokester he will be missed by all who knew him.The gang from armourdale would get together for lunch about ever 3 or 4 months we will definitely miss him.
Valerie & Mark Ferguson
Sending thoughts and prayers for all of the Family. Praying that wonderful memories will give you comfort during this time. We have known Bruce for so many years and he was a wonderful man to be around. He always made me smile. I know that my sister Chaunta, who passed away several years ago was waiting at the gates of Heaven for him. I believe this with all of my heart. God bless all of you.
Keith D. Simmons
Bruce was a great guy. when he found out I lived not to far from me, he came and found me. I seen this big guy at my door. I opened the door and he said “whats up Keith”. I was like “who are u” He told me who he was. we talked for hours. I’ll miss the comics he sent me weekly. I’ll miss Bruce. May he enjoy Heaven!!!