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Bruce Tillman Obituary
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Mr. Bruce Tillman, of Atlanta, died Friday, May 19, 2006. Bruce was born in Atlanta and attended Henderson High School, where he played percussion in the band. He was also an Eagle Scout in Troop 175 in Decatur. He always loved music from an early age and studied piano for many years. In the early 1980's he started his video editing career at CNN in Atlanta and later moved to New York to continue his career. When Bruce returned to Atlanta he began his employment as keyboard manager in sales at Guitar Center in Atlanta. He is survived by his mother, Mrs. Curtis (Margaret) Tillman of Atlanta; sisters, Leigh Partington and her husband George of Stone Mountain, Nancy Tillman of Jacksonville, FL; and nieces, Eleanor Partington and Audrey Partington. Memorial services will be held at 2:00 p.m. Wednesday, May 24th in the chapel of A. S. Turner & Sons. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to your favorite charity. The family will receive friends from 2:30 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. Wednesday at A. S. Turner & Sons.
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Memories and Condolences
for Bruce Tillman
Robert Raleigh
June 13, 2006
I am truly sorry for your loss. I was a regualar customer. He was a great person with a wonderful look on life. I will miss him terribly.
Elwyn and Marianne Cheek
May 27, 2006
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Howard Steele
May 27, 2006
I remember Bruce from Troop 175. As both he and I worked towards and eventially earned our Eagle rank we enjoyed many experiences and fun times especially at Camp 175.
Glen Sutton
May 24, 2006
Bruce was a great guy and a good friend that I wish I knew better. We worked together for a short time, and I was often his customer. He was incredibly talented, kind, generous and such a nice guy. I will miss him.
I wish the family well, and send my condolences. I am sorry for your loss.
Dudley Willis
May 24, 2006
God let me see you one more time recently and for that I am so thankful! I thought we were going to play again but alas it was not meant to be. You were one of the best keybard players I ever heard and one of the best friends I ever had! I will miss you dearly and my heart, thoughts, and prayers go out to your family and friends.
Your friend always,
Dudley Willis
ric blackburn
May 24, 2006
One of the best roomates I ever
had, and more importantly, one of
the best friends anyone could ever
have. You will be missed my friend.
My condolences to the family. Rest
in peace my friend. I will see
your smile down the road. Ric
Brian Choman
May 23, 2006
We were so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.
Chris Walker
May 22, 2006
Bruce always had a smile on his face, I had the pleasure of working with him. My prayers go out to the family... He will be missed.
Christi Tilden
May 22, 2006
I am so sorry for the loss of your brother Bruce. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. Your memories of him will help you stay strong during this difficult time. Christi and Craig Tilden
Ron Genaro
May 22, 2006
Bruce,
you were the best, so positive...
I hope you've found peace brother
Trish and Pete Diggins
May 22, 2006
Our deepest sympathies to the entire family. Bruce always took the time to say a friendly word whenever he called, he was always charming, vivacious and sweet. I know he was a special person who will be greatly missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all during this sad and difficult time.
Tina Schultz
May 22, 2006
Nancy,
I'm so sorry to hear about your brother.You and your family are in my prayers.
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