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PASTOR BRUCE J. EDWARDS
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PASTOR BRUCE J.
Age 60, of Hampton Twp., suddenly on Wednesday, October 3, 2012. Beloved husband of Patty (Turkal) Edwards; loving father of Leah (Brad) Leach, Ashley (Nathan) Maines and Samantha Edwards; dear grandfather of Gabby and Claire Leach and Drew Maines; son of Marie "Sissy" (Sarandou) Johnstone and the late Sherman "Bud" Edwards; stepson of Dorothy Edwards; brother of Jeff (Dona) Edwards; brother-in-law of Thomas Turkal. Friends will be received Sunday 2-8 p.m. Monday 12 noon to 1 p.m. at The Allison Park Church, 2326 Duncan Ave., Allison Park. Funeral service will be held in The Allison Park Church on Monday at 1 p.m. Arrangements by BOCK FUNERAL HOME, LTD., Glenshaw, PA.
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Elwin Green
October 18, 2012
I am shocked and saddened to learn of Bruce's passing. Although it has been many years since I worked for Bruce, Jeff and Sis, I still remember his infectious, joyful love for the Lord. My prayers are with you all.
October 13, 2012
To the Edwards family my condolances to you Bruce was a great man of god and such a awesome person.He has touched my heart and it was a pleasure to have known him. Bod bless Scott
Michele (Wright) Larson
October 12, 2012
Dear Edwards Family,
I had only met Pastor Bruce once at my Aunt's funeral a little over a month ago. It was such a hard time for our family to lose a loved one. Pastor Bruce was an amazing person to listen to. He filled us with such joy at a time when we thought joy was not possible. He reminded us how lucky all of us were to know Karen. He said it with such enthusiasm it was infectious. If I was able to feel that from him in such a bried encounter, the love and joy you must all share for having him be a part of your life for so long is immeasurable. I know he changed my life. Keep him in your heart, I will in mine. My thoughts are with you and your family.
Wendy (Wright) Renzi
October 12, 2012
Dear Edwards family,
I only met Bruce once, recently at my Aunt Karen's funeral. He spoke for her and I thought to myself, he knew her all these years, since High School and it was so loving to hear a freind speak of her so highly. What a nice man. I am so very sorry to hear of your loss. I'm sure he will forever be greatly missed.
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October 11, 2012
I write from Lewisville, Texas, where my wife Karen, son Wade, and I came in 2009. We knew Bruce from all the great work he did at Allison Park Church. A successful businessman, Bruce walked away from the daily grind and devoted many of the last years of his life to his family, his friends, and most of all His God. He and his wife, Patty, helped Karen and I through counseling. He was full of life and full of the Holy Spirit. His love for others and his seemingly unending energy impacted the lives of far too many people to count. He's probably running the poor angels ragged up in Heaven right now. God Bless you, Bruce. Our prayers are with Patty and the family and all of our friends back at APC.
Dr. Robert (Bob) Williams, Karen & Wade
joe ulrich
October 9, 2012
sons of God mc bible study i was told we lost a brother in christ to christ thank you for all you are to all
leah (deeds) Schram
October 8, 2012
I remember Mr. Edwards at our Eden, middle school retreats and how much he always cared for the kids in my class. Thoughts and prayers,
Leah (deeds) Schram
chris byczynski
October 8, 2012
to the family of pastor bruce, a week before his accident i had the oppurtunity to speak to pastor bruce on the telephone. he had called me out of the blue just to see how i was doing. i asked him if he could pray for me and my daughter lexi. he knew that i ve been battling with a heroin addiction and painkiller addiction for 20 years.he also knew my family very well. he always went out of his way to say hi to me,and give me an encouraging kind word. for that i am eternally gratefull. u have made an impact in my life and thousands of others too. your in heaven now.... please put a good word in for me.... i hope to see u soon... chris byczynski
joann lindsey
October 8, 2012
So sorry to hear of your loss.
Andrew Barclay & Family
October 8, 2012
Dear Edwards family,
Please accept my condolences on the passing of Bruce. He was a very special guy. It was a privelege to know him from a very young age playing on the soccer team that he coached and later as a friend and pastor. Bruce was one of the few people I know who had an infectious enthusiasm. He was able to excite and motivate others just because of his spirit. I am sad that he is gone, but rejoice that he is now in the care of our Savior.
With all sympathy,
Amy Baumiller
October 8, 2012
Dear Edwards family,
I am so sorry for your loss. Pastor Bruce was such an amazing man.He was always smiling. Always a kind word as he greeted people. I will miss that when walk into APC. You are all in my prayers. Please know that he touched so many lives.
God Bless,
Amy Baumiller
Marlene Visk (Snyder now)
October 8, 2012
So sorry to hear the news. I received the info from a fellow classmate. I remember Bruce from highschool only. What a wonderful holy man he became! May he rest in peace and always be near in spirit with his loving family!
McDonough Family
October 8, 2012
Patty and Family - Bruce was truly a Godly man who genuinely cared about those he came into contact with. Words cannot express what both he and you have meant to so many for so long. He will be deeply missed and you will all be in our prayers.
Mary Anne Evans
October 8, 2012
I was very saddened to hear of the passing of Bruce. I had the pleasure of working for Bruce and family for 18 years. My condolences and prayers go out to the whole family and all that knew this wonderful man. May GOD bless you all at this time.
Mademoiselle Konig
October 8, 2012
Je suis absolument sure que Monsieur Edwards se repose avec Notre Bon Dieu au ciel! Toutes mes prieres sont avec vous.
Jean Takacs
October 7, 2012
Patty and family - I was so sorry to hear about Bruce. He was such a nice man and doing something that he always loved. You have my deepest sympathies. Love
Bill Festa
October 7, 2012
Leah, Brad and entire Edwards family:
We heard in church today the unfortunate news and Nancy and I were shocked. We know where all of you are spiritually but be assured that we are asking the Lord to comfort all of you in this world. If there is anything we can do to help, please let us know. You are in our prayers.
Rick, Carol, Lexi & Brandon Gunzburg
October 7, 2012
Bruce was a mighty man of God and he has blessed so many of us! We feel blessed and honored to have known him! May you all feel God's peace and comfort, knowing Bruce is with HIM!
Love & Prayers
Brenda MacFarland
October 7, 2012
My condolences to the Edwards family. The last time I saw Bruce he said, "Good Morning Daughter". I will miss him at church.....
October 7, 2012
Patty & Family,
So sorry to hear about Bruce. You will all be in our thoughts and prayers.
God Bless,
Dave & Sandy (Andracki) Doernemann
Whitehall, PA
Kathy Vogel
October 7, 2012
Patty and Family,
So sorry to hear about Bruce's passing. It's been many years since I have seen you all. I will always cherish the time Bruce had held my hands and we prayed for Rich's recovery. You all have my deepest sympathy.
Amy Korn
October 7, 2012
Dearest Family~What a wonderful photo of Bruce! All our Love to you today and always. Pastor Bruce was the BEST! The Korn Family
David Schramm
October 7, 2012
My condolences go out to the entire Edwards family. My Aunt Mary(Petkervich)loved all you guys and Bruce always made sure to call to see how she was doing.
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