United States of America
Headstone of Charles Marrion Bruce

Charles Marrion Bruce

Died May 14, 1933

Charles Marrion Bruce.

How He Died
Manner Homicide
Cause Gunshot wound
Mechanism Firearm
What Happened

Night Chief Charles Bruce was shot and killed after interrupting a burglary at a local gas station. After informing the owner of the station, he returned to the location and found several men in front of the business. They opened fire on him, fatally wounding him. The suspects were later shot and killed by a posse. Chief Bruce was a United States Army WWI veteran.

Survivors
He was survived by his wife, three sons, and a daughter.
Media
Charles Marrion Bruce
Charles Marrion Bruce 0 views
Service Record
Also Served
McPherson Police Department
Night Police Chief
Memorials
National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial Panel 4-W · Line 8 cut as CHARLES MARRION BRUCE
In Our Keeping
Permanent identifier neuraspine_01krbxtqytdn879hbabs7jfa2s
Record added August 2, 2026 neuraweb.nw
Stewarded by neuraweb.nw
Last updated August 2, 2026

This page is permanent and free. No fee to view it, no advertising, no tracking, and no account required. It will not be taken down.

Are you family? This record can be claimed and maintained by those who knew Charles. Claim this record.

In tribute

I served 1985 to 1993. You served too, before the badge - different uniform, same idea. You go where you are sent and you do not get to pick the call.

Night Police Chief Bruce served with the McPherson Police Department.

Thank you for your service to the McPherson community, and for your service before it. Gone but never to be forgotten.

Rest easy, brother.

— S. Vincent Anthony, U.S. Army 1985-1993

Add your own tribute to Charles.

Leave a Tribute
↑