Bruce Edward Smisek, age 44 of Lonsdale, MN, passed away unexpectedly but peacefully on Thursday, June 18th, 2026 in his home.

Bruce was born January 19th, 1982, in Northfield Hospital, MN, to Donald and Molly (Leahy) Smisek. He was raised in Lonsdale and graduated from New Prague High School in 2000. Bruce attended Normandale College and graduated with an Associate of Science Degree in 2011. Bruce worked in the Insurance Industry for the majority of his Career in Claims and Account Management.

Bruce cherished time spent with his family and was happiest when surrounded by his children, his dog Pink, his grandbabies, his nephews, nieces, brothers, parents, friends and loved ones. He enjoyed going on the pontoon creating memories that will always be treasured. Bruce also enjoyed music and shared that love as a DJ; with the nickname 'DJ Buckwheat.' His hobbies included volleyball, bowling and vehicle detailing. He had a passion for travel and was fortunate to explore many places around the world throughout his life. Bruce was a very helpful man and willing to help anyone who needed it. He was loving, caring and devoted to his family and friends. His presence, stories, and laughter will be deeply missed by all who knew him.

Visitation will be held on Sunday, June 28, 2026 from 5:00-8:00 pm at Whites Funeral Home in Lonsdale.   Visitation will also be held Monday, June 29, 2026 from 10:00-11:00 am prior to service.

Funeral service will be held Monday, June 29, 2026 at Whites Funeral Home at 11:00 am with lunch to follow at the Lonsdale American Legion.

Survivors include his children, Alexis Moran (Connor) of New Prague, Alexander Graff-Smisek (Nykole) of Faribault, and McKenzie Graff-Smisek of New Prague; 2 grandchildren, Ivy Smisek and Ruby Smisek; his Mother, Molly Smisek of Lonsdale; his brothers, Donald (Denise) Smisek of Lonsdale and Jeff Smisek of Lonsdale; his nieces and nephews, Nicole (Daryl) Smith, Cory (Amy) Smisek, Brittany (Grant) Erickson, Megan (Parker) Holey, Travis Smisek, and Ryan Smisek; his great nephew, Hayden Holey; his great nieces, Watson Erickson and Bridget Erickson. He was preceded in death by his father, Donald Smisek and his brothers, Dennis Smisek and Tommy Smisek.

Arrangements are with White Funeral Home in Lonsdale, MN.