Bruce Elden Failor died August 21, 2024, in Norwalk, OH surrounded by his family.  He was born on March 30, 1940, in Norwalk, to the late Forest and Rachel (Denninger) Failor.

He grew up in Monroeville, OH and graduated from Monroeville High School in 1958.  Upon graduation, he entered the United States Air Force Security Service and was a Radio Intercept Officer from 1958 -1962.  He served in both Japan and the United States and was awarded the Good Conduct Medal.

He then worked at NASA Plum Brook for 10 years in OH before relocating to Southport, NC where he raised his two daughters with his former wife, Monda Louise Failor.  He worked at the Brunswick Nuclear Plant (CP&L) for over 30 years where he was a Supervisor in the Health Physics Division.  He was active in the community with both the South Brunswick High School Athletic Boosters and the Lions Club.

Bruce and his wife Diane Wiles, currently reside in Norwalk, OH. He was an active member of the Fraternal Order of the Eagles (Norwalk Eagles 711), American Legion, and US Air Force Association.

He was a loving and caring father, husband, brother, PaPa, Grandpa, and friend to many.  Despite his tough outer shell, he was a big softie at heart.  He fiercely loved his family, loyal and he always told you what he thought but wanted you to do and be your best.  He was clever, witty, and bit of a prankster.   He loved great music and even better spirits! Whether a cold beer, tall bourbon, or glass of wine, he had them at the ready for entertaining.

Bruce was preceded in death by his parents, Rachel Dendinger Failor Hoyt, and Forrest (Blackie) Elden Failor, his sister Beverly Failor Bergman, his daughter Cari Lynn Failor, his former wife Monda Louise Failor, and sister-in-law Kathleen Mary Lantzy Failor.

He leaves behind his loving wife of 16 years, Diane Wiles, daughter Abbie Wilson (Dennis), and bonus children Jackie Bauman (Don), Jill Dials (Toby), and Jason Wiles (Megan).  Grandchildren Palmer and Lorelei Wilson, Kendal and Jacob Dials, Camden Bauman, and Taylor and Tyler Wiles. His brother Dean Failor (Judith Kay Pasquarella), nephews Dean Failor II (Wendy), Peter Failor (Sandy), nephew Matt Bergman and niece Andrea Bergman McCray.

In lieu of flowers, Bruce asked that you make donations in his name to the Ronald McDonald House, 101 Old Mason Farm Rd, Chapel Hill, NC 27517.

A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date to be determined.  Online expressions of sympathy may be made by visiting: www.walkereastmanheydingerfh.com