Fr. Louis Bruggeman (1914-1980)

Brother Louis was from Piqua, Kan., having been born there March 12, 1914.  From his family farm he came to the community as a candidate in 1941.  He made his first vows July 11, 1943.

Brother Louis’ farming experience was utilized in the community as he tended the abbey sheep, was in charge of the hay production for the cattle, and managed the dairy on the College (South) Farm.  He later worked in maintenance both at Maur Hill and the college Science (Westerman) Hall.  From 1971 until his death he drove a delivery truck that served the needs of the College and the community.

Brother Louis was a quiet, prayerful Lay Brother, generous, kind, and dependable.  Louis had the speech habit of speaking at times like this: “I went to town today, I did.”  “He hit a home-run, he did.”