Bruce Burr Maxwell

Bruce Burr Maxwell, 93, passed away on Friday, August 7, 2026. Born on May 20, 1933, in Paris, France, Bruce was the son of the late Charles Burr Maxwell and Naomi Gelofian. His early life reflected the remarkable breadth of his family's story, with childhood years spent in Brazil on Ipanema Beach, Wellfleet on Cape Cod, and New York City, where he stayed with an aunt and uncle in the building above the famed Café des Artistes. That well-traveled beginning shaped a life marked by curiosity, independence, discipline, and appreciation for the wider world.

Bruce attended Hebron Academy and later the University of Connecticut, where he distinguished himself as a sprint freestyle swimmer. His talent was recognized beyond Storrs: Yale's 1955 yearbook referred to him as "UConn ace, Bruce Maxwell," and a 1954 New York Times swimming report listed him among the competitors in the Eastern swimming fixture. After college, Bruce served in the United States Army in South Korea, where he learned judo and earned a black belt.

Bruce began his career in the mailroom and went on to build a successful career in finance, working in the bond market and institutional financial markets. His career included work with B B Maxwell in Toronto, MaxCore in New York City, The Boston Company in Boston, and Hoenig & Co. after his family moved back to Greenwich, Connecticut. He was known for his sharp mind, steady judgment, and deep understanding of the markets in which he worked.

Bruce brought the same focus and discipline to one of the great passions of his life: trapshooting. Over a 40-year career, he became an accomplished competitor, respected instructor, and 2006 inductee into the Connecticut Trapshooting Hall of Fame. Widely regarded as one of the country's premier trapshooting instructors, Bruce coached shooters of all levels, including championship competitors and All-American honorees, helping them build confidence, refine their skills, and better understand the discipline of the sport.

Away from his professional and athletic accomplishments, Bruce loved reading, telling stories, and spending time with his family. Steady, calm, and supportive, he took great joy in seeing his daughters' lives flourish. He often reminded his family, "Don't worry about things you can't control," a reflection of the grounded perspective he brought to life.

Above all, Bruce will be remembered for the life he built with his beloved wife, Bette Baugh Maxwell, with whom he shared nearly 47 years of marriage. He was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and friend whose presence was steady, generous, and deeply loved.

In addition to his wife, Bette, Bruce is survived by his daughters, Mimi Maxwell and her husband, Peter Kuitenbrouwer; Sherri Maxwell and her husband, John Speck; and Cali DaRe and her husband, Michael DaRe. He is also survived by his beloved grandchildren, Tallulah Kuitenbrouwer, Frits Kuitenbrouwer, Sophie DaRe, Maxwell DaRe, and Wesson DaRe.

He was preceded in death by his siblings, Phyllis, Fay, and Tony.

The family will not be holding a formal service. Those wishing to honor Bruce's memory may make a donation to the AIM Youth Program of the Amateur Trapshooting Association. Donations may be mailed to P.O. Box 519, Sparta, IL 62286. The program helps young trapshooters learn the sport Bruce loved with safety, discipline, and integrity.

Condolences may be offered at www.connellfuneral.com.