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Teresa Rosell
April 17, 2018
I send my condolences to the family for whom I worked in the early 80s.
Teresa Rosell, The Cotswolds, England
Thomas Isbon
February 5, 2017
I met Pierce when I was in college at The University of Texas where he gave me the nickname, Qbert. We would often run into each other at events and I was always so glad to see him and share a few laughs. I moved to Florida over 10 years ago and tonight I thought I'd Google his name and see what I could find. I was so shocked and saddened to see the news of his passing. He may be gone. But he will certainly never be forgotten.
Bobby Cervantes
April 6, 2009
A wonderful man, all are better for having known him. We will miss you dearly Pierce.
Chesney
April 6, 2009
Memories of Pierce will always bring a smile to my face and warmth to my heart. He brought joy into everyone's life that he touched.
Kevin Dossing
April 6, 2009
Pierce was a great friend and had a heart bigger than Texas. He will be missed but will be in my thoughts always.
Nicholas Gomez
October 8, 2007
So sorry to hear about Pierce,I just only found out about it.he was the greatest guy i had ever known to be so honest and sincere.I will miss him & his great smile he had when entering a room.
Lorraine & Donald Lawson
October 6, 2007
Dear Nancy & Clive:
Lorraine & I have just returned from a trip to Ireland and read of the loss of your son Pierce. We extend to you our most sincere sympathy.
David Low
September 29, 2007
Clive and Nancy,
We recently learned of the death of your son, Pierce, and send you our deepest sympathy and warmest support at this difficult time.
May you take comfort in cherished memories and the love of so many who held Pierce dear.
Barbara and David Low
James Hunt
September 25, 2007
Mr. & Mrs. Runnells,
I am so sorry to hear of the passing of Pierce. Pierce brought so many kind moments to all he came in contact with. I can't express the words to say how he will be missed to all those who knew him.
Eric Williams
September 22, 2007
This July at ICFC, I observed Pierce and Clive enjoying each other's company including fishing, boating and socializing with other friends. As I had not seen Pierce up there for years and remembering my times at Iron City with my Father, I was a little envious, but happy both of them were enjoying their time together. Little did we know then, that Pierce would not be with us a few months later.
Nancy and Clive and the rest of your family: My deepest sympathies to all of you! The loss of a family member is the worst event you can have. I will remember Pierce!
Jeff Fishman
September 21, 2007
I was so sorry to hear of your loss. Pierce was a great friend of mine, and would do anything for anyone. With the amazing smile he always had he could bring the same smile to your face. I will always remember his his kind heart .My love and prayers are with the Runnells family.
Benjamin-Paul Dougharty
September 19, 2007
How does one summarize their feelings for someone who was so dear and special to them? Pierce was one of my first boyfriends. He taught me how to care about someone more than myself, how to put others before me. It was a lesson he taught me through his own actions. Pierce was an eternally loyal friend who will continue to occupy my heart.
May all of the lives that Pierce touched be enriched by the memories we share.
Lyn Brabant
September 19, 2007
My sincerest condolences to the Runnells family. You are in my thoughts daily. May you find peace and comfort in your memories of Pierce’s smiling spirit. With love and light, Lyn Brabant
Ted & Darcy Branch
September 19, 2007
It was always a pleasure to meet Pierce on the boardwalk at Iron City. His grin was so wide that it stopped you in your tracks and you could barely squeeze by. Our thoughts and prayers are with the Runnells family.
pamela hoopes
September 18, 2007
I want to send my love to the entire Runnells family. I am deeply truely saddened by this loss. Pierce is a terrific, wonderful and generous guy who will be missed.
My thoughts and prayers are with you during this time and always.
Andy Bennett
September 18, 2007
I am very sorry to learn of Pierce's passing. I will keep you all in my thoughts and prayers. At a difficult time like this, I am reminded how strong the ICFC family can be. Please remember that we are all thinking of you.
Cary & Richard Reed
September 18, 2007
Richard and I were so saddened to learn of Pierce's death. Please know you are in our thoughts and prayers. We send our deepest sympathies. With love, Cary and Richard Reed
Polly and Frank Coyle
September 18, 2007
May we join the voices of Iron City and send our heart-felt condolences and love to you all in the sad time.
Polly and Frank Coyle, Ridgefield, CT
Laura Baird
September 18, 2007
I am so sorry to hear about Pierce's untimely passing. I grew up a couple of houses down from Pierce and still remember all of the fun times we shared together making forts, "playing cops & robbers," riding bikes, exploring the neighborhood, playing tennis, etc. He always made me laugh. Eventhough I had not seen Pierce in a long time, I often wondered how he was. Please accept my deepest condolences. I know he will be greatly missed by all.
Warmly,
Laura Trammell Baird
Molly Steffey
September 18, 2007
I want to send my love to all the whole Runnells family in this time of such sudden loss. I just can't believe it. Pierce with great wide grin and a star sparkle in his eyes was always pure pleasure to meet on the boardwalk at Iron City. I will miss his presence, but always remember his stories and the adventures - we mostly talked about doing and the few we pulled off. Again, my love and prayers. molly
Bryan & Aubrey Phillips (ICFC)
September 18, 2007
As others have stated already, the mental image one always has when Pierce comes to mind is of his boyish glee, the warmth and depth of his smile, and the ever-inclusive nature of his amusement. He always made a good time better, and set the example that tough times can be overcome. Aubrey & I will both miss him dearly, and share in your grief and shock. Pierce's vitality was absolutely infectious, and the hole his passing leaves incomprehensible. Please be buoyed by the prayers and love of his and your many friends and family.
Cynnie Anderson
September 17, 2007
...Clive & Nancy and all the family,
We are so saddened by the news of your loss....Pierce was such a kind,friendly,dear young man who is part of our amazing Iron City family ...His lively spirit and cheerful smile will not be forgotten .. Jerry and I send you love and prayers of comfort ....for in the big picture we all are one...God Bless you and your wonderful family.....Cynnie Anderson & Jerry Rampelberg
Myra Braden Allison
September 17, 2007
Dear Clive and Nancy, my sincerest condolences to you and your family during this time of grief. In our minds these things are not supposed to happen and I know your hearts are broken. Peace be with you.
Allie Bonidy
September 17, 2007
I am so sorry to hear about Pierce. My prayers are with you at this time.
Allie Scott Bonidy (ICFC)
Kim Nemetz
September 17, 2007
Clive & Kathryn -
I am so sorry to hear about Pierce. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Rick Wetsel
September 17, 2007
Although I never had the opportunity to meet Pierce, I felt that I knew him through the conversations that I frequently shared with his father. Clive loved and admired his son deeply. I cannot imagine the pain that he must currently endure. My thoughts are with Clive, Nancy, and their family. It is clear from the emails that their son will live through all the lives that he touched.
Tom Schable
September 17, 2007
I met Pierce while attending St. Edward's University, which seems an eternity ago...He always had a smile to offer, or a charming impish grin that made you smile and wonder what he was thinking. He was always moving, dancing through life with a sense of urgency and purpose, but never afraid to stop and enjoy life and those around him... He was a joy, and funny, and unfortunately I had not seen him in several years.
I wish his family well, I'm sure the immense loss of such a young and spirited man is devastating - you are in my thoughts and prayers. I know you will find some peace in the fact that Pierce was a good and kind man, who led a very full life for someone so young.
Pierce, I hope you enjoyed your stay here with us on earth - although entirely too brief. Thank you for sharing your life and kind heart with all of us.
-Tom Schable
Austin, TX
Colin Phillips
September 17, 2007
Pierce was the very best you could hope for in a friend, honest, selfless, always supportive, I am honored to have known him and will miss him greatly. Fun and full of life during the good times and a true model for facing adversity. Even during the toughest times, you could always count on his positive energy and warmth to help make things better. My thoughts and prayers are with the entire family. We will miss him!
The Board and Staff of ZACH Theatre
September 17, 2007
To the family of Pierce Runnells:
All at the Zachary Scott Theatre Center are so saddened to learn of Mr. Runnells passing. We were honored by his many years of generous support he provided the theatre as a donor. Many of our staff members were fortunate to have met or spoken with Pierce over the years and will miss these exchanges dearly. Our heartfelt condolences go out to you and the many that knew Pierce. Sincerely, The Board and Staff of ZACH Theatre
Karen Ray Plummer
September 17, 2007
I was never able to meet your family, although my dad(Andy Ray)spoke of you many times....he worked on your home years ago when it was built on your ranch near Bay City; we visited there many times as a child and he always talked about what his experience there..We lost him almost five years ago and my brother since...I can only imagine your grief in your loss..My sincere sympathy is with you at this difficult time.
Jim Royer
September 17, 2007
Clive and Nancy, You must allow your grief to pass and let Pierce become the fond memory you have always had for him
Rob Gintner
September 17, 2007
The reality of Pierce being gone just seems unrealistic to me. From coast to coast Pierce touched many lives and in numorus ways. May we all hold dear and close to our heart all those memories that he, our: family, friend, confidant, sports partner, aviation enthusiast, liver-of-life-to-the-fullest, philanthropist, renaissance man, brought to each of our lives.
Personally, I'm so gratefull for having been a part of Pierce's time here on earth, and look forward to the day I get to see him on the other side.
I won't be able to be at the memorial service today but know that I'm sending you all love, thoughts, prayers, and sympathies as we grieve the loss of our Pierce.
Brian Huber
September 17, 2007
I was so saddened to hear the news of Pierce's sudden passing. My thoughts and prayers go out to the entire Runnells family.
Bryce and Kyle Stricker
September 17, 2007
We are shocked and saddened by the news of our dear friend Pierce. He holds a special place in our hearts and we will miss him. We are you in our hearts and thoughts and know that you are surrounded by loved ones.
Nancy Stronach Abramson
September 16, 2007
I don't know how to begin to express my overwelming sadness at this news. I grew up with Pierce at Iron City and have so many wonderful memories of him. He was one of the nicest and most loyal people I ever knew. I always just assumed I'd have my friend Pierce around forever. I'll miss him more than I know. God Bless his parents and loved ones.
- Nancy Stronach
Katie Lauricella
September 16, 2007
Pierce was such a kind person who would do anything for you. He always had a smile and was so happy to see you. We will miss him dearly at the Ocean Reef. He was always someone I could talk to and count on. My prayers are with the Runnells family.
Wally & Laura Jenkins
September 16, 2007
I have many terrific memories of Pierce at Iron City. His warm smile reflected his kind, generous spirit. And, of course, there were many times that he made me laugh. He was always fun to be around, and my family and I will always remember Pierce fondly. We extend our most heartfelt condolences to Pierce's parents, extended family and many friends.
Scott Boak
September 16, 2007
In my Iron City memories, Pierce is always smiling. His warm and friendly spirit will be greatly missed. Our thoughts are with you.
Kate Thompson
September 16, 2007
Pierce was a warm and generous person who always had a smile on his face. My memories of our time together are joyous and filled with laughter. He was a wonderful friend and I will miss him dearly. My thoughts and prayers are with the Runnells family.
David Ebert
September 16, 2007
My thoughts and prayers are with the Runnells family. Pierce will be missed and well remembered. His good works and charity have and will make a difference in the lives of others.
Richard Bergner
September 16, 2007
I was fortunate enough to know Pierce from early on in our lives. My first memory of Pierce is when he joined my carpool when we attended the Awty School in Houston, TX. Pierce and I became fast friends. We played football together at Awty and we were roommates together our last year at the Cardigan Mountain School in Canaan, NH. I have fond memories of Pierce from his days at Awty, tennis camp in Carmel, CA, and more importantly weekends at the Runnels’ ranch in Matagorda (where Pierce loved to drive his orange VW “Thing”).
Pierce was kind soul and his gracious parents, Nancy and Clive, set a fine example to follow. I’m deeply saddened to hear about Pierce’s untimely demise. It brings me great sorrow to know that someone as nice as Pierce is gone. My thoughts and prayers go out to Pierce and his family.
Regards,
Richard Bergner
Bruce Lawson
September 16, 2007
Pierce had such a warm and friendly spirit, and a very gentle way about him. He was easy to like and always fun to be around. He will be missed by his Iron City family, but I know we will continue to celebrate his life and gift of friendship.
Sandra Skipwith Bowen
September 16, 2007
My hope is that Pierce's dear family can find peace and comfort, in spite of this tragic loss.S
Bobby Glasscock
September 15, 2007
Experience does not provide me the ability to even begin to understand how Pierce’s family must feel, and language is inadequate to express my compassion for you in your grief. Please accept my sincerest condolences and earnest sympathy. I pray you find comfort and fortitude to face this unfathomable loss.
Wade Knight
September 15, 2007
I look back and remember
only the good memories of Pierce on the tennis court and then again in Austin as an adult. So many laugh along with his incredible loyalty to his friends....My thoughts and prayers to the family. Regards, Wade Knight
Ann Trammell
September 15, 2007
I am in Jackson, Wy. and just read about Pierce online. I grieve for all of you and wish I could be there. Will come see you when I return to Houston.
Pierce was the dearest young man. We always loved having him in our home. We will all miss him.
Fondly, Ann Trammell
Billy Alford
September 15, 2007
My prayers and sympathy are with the family during this time...Pierce was a kind and generous person who will be missed by us all. May the Lord keep a watchful eye over him in Heaven & the family he left behind.
I. Brent Carrell
September 15, 2007
I know your father and of his dedication to you.
I never heard anyone speak other than positively of you.
Wishing you peace in the arms of a loving God.
Gervais Bell
September 15, 2007
Dear Clive and Nancy-Sue and I are in North Carolina and read of your son's death on the internet. We regret not being able to pay our respects in person. You all will be in our thoughts and prayers.
Gervais Bell
R. H. Goodrich
September 15, 2007
To the Family and Friends of Pierce Runnells:
Our hearts are shattered by this cruelest of life's blows, but our faith in God's promise of life everlasting is reassured. We extend deep sympathy and thoughtful prayers that Pierce Runnells' family and loved ones find comfort and consolation in his life well-lived. May God mend all our broken spirits in this hour of profound loss.
R. H. Goodrich and Family
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