Bruce D. Schouten, age 87, of Mount Vernon, Ohio, passed away on Thursday, August 20, 2026, at Avalon Health and Rehabilitation. He was born on September 25, 1938, in Kalamazoo, Michigan, the son of James and Irene (Jones) Schouten.
Bruce proudly served his country in the United States Navy aboard the USS Trathen. Following his military service, he began a long and dedicated career with Cooper Bessemer in Mount Vernon, where he worked for 45 years before retiring.
Upon retirement, Bruce enjoyed spending many days on the golf course. He especially looked forward to golf trips with his buddies, making memories and enjoying the friendships he made along the way. Above all, Bruce loved his family and cherished the time he spent with them.
Bruce will be deeply missed by his family, friends, and all who had the privilege of knowing him.
He is survived by his daughter, Deb Schouten of Mount Vernon, a son, Mike (Julie) Schouten of Placida, Florida, six grandchildren, Erin (Nate) Cramer, Nick (Halie) Schouten, Halie (Mark) Porter, Sam (Madi) Schouten, Amelia Schouten, Henry (Evelyn) Schouten, seven great grandchildren, Makayla Bailey, Avery Cramer, Lainey Lewis, Haven Schouten, Bentley Schouten, Everett Schouten and Stevie Porter.
Besides his parents he was preceded in death by his wife Molly (Fletcher) Schouten, whom he married on November 21, 1959, a brother, Keith Scott, and a daughter-in-law, Janis Marconi.
Friends may call on Thursday, August 27, 2026, from 10 am to 11 am at the Flowers-Snyder Funeral Home, 619 E. High Street, Mount Vernon, Ohio 43050 where a Celebration of Life service will begin at 11 am. The family will observe a private graveside service with military honors provided by the Knox County Joint Veterans Council.
Memorial contributions in Bruce’s name may be made to St. Judes at www.stjudes.org.
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The Flowers-Snyder Funeral Home is honored to serve the family of Bruce D. Schouten.
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