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Bruce Jeffries Obituary
Visitation, Tuesday, December 21, 2021 from 3 until 4:30 p.m., funeral Wednesday, December 22, 2021, 2 p.m. both at Joe Ford Funeral Home, 1616 Winchester Road, 38116.
He leaves to mourn his passing, sister, Brenda Pegues, brothers, Bernard Jeffries(Sammetria), Borris Jeffries, Sr.(Violet), Bertram Jeffries(Patricia), Barry Jeffries and Raymond Lewis(Patricia), host of nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.
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Helen Bernard Gray
December 27, 2021
I am sadden to hear this news. I just caught up with you in Memphis and had plans in my mind to see you when I visited Memphis. What a friend you were to me while in Oakland! I will miss you being on the Planet. Prayers for your family and other friends are being lifted. RIP my friend. Helen Bernard Gray
Laura Spencer, ASL interpreter
December 24, 2021
I am heartbroken to hear this news. Bride's infectious smile, laugh and positive attitude made working at the hub fun. I still remember him getting me to try perfume samples. May he rest in peace and I will keep your family are in my prayers.
Insygleton Taylor
December 23, 2021
R.I.P.my good friend! My sincere condolences to the Jeffries Family!
Insygleton Taylor (Izzy)
December 23, 2021
R.I.P. my good friend, my sincere condolences to the Jeffries Family!
OAKLAND FEDEX FAMILY
December 22, 2021
NO ONE COULD EVER IMAGINE THAT SOMETHING LIKE THIS COULD OCCUR OR HAPPEN TO SUCH A WONDERFUL PERSON. MAY GOD BLESS YOU IN HIS HOLY KINGDOM.
Quillistine Brown. Tina
December 22, 2021
Bruce you will be truly missed,you were the most funniest,kind person I know. It was a pleasure working with you at the Oakland Ramp fedex.
God keep you and family in prayers...Love you
Valerie Hartsfield
December 21, 2021
At times like this words seem so inadequate.. please know that I´m praying for the entire family.. He heals the broken-hearted and binds up the wounds.. Sorry for the LOSS, of my dearest Bruce Riley Jeffries.... Love you sooo very much Val
Rita
December 21, 2021
My sincere Condolences go out to Bruce´s family, he will truly be missed, that was my bestie at Fed-Ex, so many great memories and laughs. My thoughts and prayers go out to the family. Love u Bruce
Reola Robinson Sherale Rogers
December 20, 2021
Sending Prayers & our Heartfelt Condolances to The Family of Bruce, we both work at Fed Ex in Oakland & will remember him in our Heart , God Bless U All
Betty Valley
December 20, 2021
Sorry for your loss!
Glo Moses
December 20, 2021
My sincere condolences to the Jeffries Family. I know he will be missed. Much love to them.
La Queta Ticer
December 19, 2021
U Will Be Truly Missed My Brother!! I Remember When When Met@Fedex Some Years Ago We Automatically Clicked With Ur Warm Spirits And Contagious Laugh!! U Will Be Truly Missed By All!! Will Keep Ur Family And Close Friends Uplifted!! RIP Bruce!!
Laraine Humphrey
December 18, 2021
I´ll always remember your laughter and jovial spirit that helped us get through the days at work. You will be missed. Rest In Peace my friend
Tanya Wynn Monroe
December 18, 2021
Sending Love and Hugs to the bereaved Family. Bruce was a sweet person with a beautiful personality.
Veronica
December 18, 2021
RIL my friend. So many fond memories that will be etched in my heart forever
Heidi Daniels
December 17, 2021
Gone way to soon, you will be greatly missed, my sincere condolences to the to the family, my your fund memories help you though this difficult time
Regina Harrison
December 17, 2021
Thankful to have known you, rest easy.
Carolyn Goodwin
December 16, 2021
My friend will truly be missed.
Michael A.Louisville
December 16, 2021
My prayers and thoughts are with the Family ! You will be truly missed
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