Bru was raised on the South West side of Chicago with his 2 brothers and 3 sisters. Having a strong Italian heritage he grew up in a close knit family that included many aunts, uncles and cousins. He grew up as a teenager in the 1960's. A time of great change for our country. He joined the Marine Corps in 1967. He returned safely in 1970. Raised 3 children and w resides in Louisiana.