Bruce Michael Hart, 80, of Louisville, Kentucky, passed away on September 27, 2025, in his hometown. Born July 24, 1945, in Louisville to the late Joe and Norma (Rabenecker) Hart, Bruce grew up in Louisville, Nashville, and Fort Lauderdale.

Cars were more than machines to Bruce. They were his craft, his pastime, and his passion. He spent his life working on cars, old and new, and loved nothing more than driving them and talking about them. He could strike up a conversation with anyone, anywhere, and never met a stranger. Compassionate, engaging, and without judgment, he was known for his warmth and for making everyone feel welcome.

He is survived by his loving wife, Betsy Rudd Bennett of Louisville; his stepson, Mason Miller (Samantha) of Lexington; his stepdaughter, Marianne Nellis (Nahalel) of Eshtaol, Israel; and his beloved grandchildren, Morgan, Carter, and Stella Miller, and Yehuda, Eitan, and Anna Nellis.

He also leaves behind his siblings Joe Hart (Karen), Sally Eubanks (Ted), and Patty Hudson, as well as his faithful dog, Lucy, who was his daily companion on cheeseburger and fountain soda runs.

Bruce’s life was marked by his love of family, his joy in conversation, and his simple pleasures, the time with his wife, with Lucy, and at the car auction.

Special thanks go to Tony, Julie, and Tami for their devoted care, support, and love during his final years.

Visitation will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Friday, October 3, 2025, at Herman Meyer Funeral Home, 1338 Ellison Avenue, Louisville, KY 40204, followed by a service at 2:00 p.m. Burial will take place at The Temple Cemetery, 2716 Preston Highway, Louisville, KY 40217.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Kentucky Resources Council (P.O. Box 1070, Frankfort, KY 40602) or the Kentucky Sierra Club (P.O. Box 1368, Lexington, KY 40588).

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