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Donna Dunnam
January 11, 2007
Beth, Jenny, Steve, & Burt,
I received the news about your father while I was in Arkansas.
I am sorry that I was not here to attend the funeral. I have some special memories of times spent in your home and at Indian Springs when Beth and I were childhood friends.(and a funny story of my ride from Indian Springs back to Fort Valley with Mr Joe). I also am grateful to your father for the time he provided a bus for "Daybreak" when I was touring with them. Our bus broke down in south Georgia, and he came to our rescue. He was such a compassionate man of God.
I always enjoyed seeing his smiling face at Indian Springs the summers that I drove over there to visit friends. I pray the Lord will comfort you as only He can.
In Christ's Love,
Donna Eubanks Dunnam
Nicole McKinney
January 3, 2007
The world was a better place while Mr. Joe was with us, but he earned the heavenly reward he has been given! I am looking forward to meeting his warm smile again someday!
Larry Tolley
January 3, 2007
Our prayers are with the whole family during this time of grief. Joe and the Luce Family meant a lot to the people of Buena Vista, Va. Larry & Brenda Tolley
Elizabeth Frazer
December 31, 2006
Mary Jim - We are saddened by the death of your husband Joe. I, Elizabeth (Betty Carver) remember you from Asbury. May God give you the strength and wisdom you need in the days ahead. With sympathy, Hugh and Elizabeth Frazer
Dennis & Peggy Herbert
December 26, 2006
May all of your memories of Joe sustain each of you through the coming months . He certainly impacted many lives in the community, Blue Bird and the world through his many kindnesses and ready smile; he will be missed. Love to you all.
Jeff Morris, Chair -- Vennard College Board of Trustees
December 26, 2006
On behalf of the Board of Trustees of Vennard College, I extend warm greetings to the Luce family as you celebrate the life of Joe Luce. What a privilege it was to serve with him on the Vennard Board. We rejoice with you, as does all of heaven, in reflecting on this his life of profound committment to God's work around the globe.
Dan Harrell
December 26, 2006
Dear Beth, Jenny, Steve and Burt,
My prayers and thoughts are with you and your families during your time of loss. We are thinking of you as you celebrate Joe's life. It was a rare privilege to have been exposed to such a great man as a young person. Please accept my heartfelt condolences.
Mary (Rearick) Barnes
December 25, 2006
My knowledge of the Luce family dates back to my father's (A.M. Rearick) service on the C.E.I./ Vennard board of trustees , serving with Joe's father. In recent years I had the priviledge of personally knowing Joe during his brief time on the board. God has wonderfully used his commitment and service throughout his lifetime and earth's loss is definitely heaven's gain. May God comfort you in your loss.
William and Joyce Mayo
December 24, 2006
We send our prayers and condolences. In His Service, Rev. and Mrs. William Mayo
Eleanor Watkins Whitsett
December 23, 2006
To Mary Jim: I have such fond memories of knowing you during our Asbury days, and send my deep condolence to you at this sad time. I didn't know Joe well, but have immense appreciation for his stewardship and loyalty to his family, their business and the causes of Christ.This remains a huge legacy for his family and friends. Warmest wishes to you in the days ahead,
Grace Lindsay Stoop-Andrews
December 22, 2006
Thoughts and Prayers are with Joe's family at this time of sorrow.
Becky Smallwood-White
December 22, 2006
I don't know that I ever met Joe Luce, but I knew him through Beth who roomed with Lydia Mayo Allshouse, my sister. I heard MANY good things about how God was using him through conversations with my parents (Rev. and Mrs. William Mayo) and my siblings (Lydia, Debbie Hawk and Jon Mayo). I know that Christmas will be SO hard. I pray that God will be VERY NEAR to you all. "Fear not, for I am with you; be not dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you, yes, I will help you, I will uphold you with My Righteous right hand." Isaiah 41:10
John Ley, Jr
December 21, 2006
I met Mr. Joe as a young school bus salesman. He will always be remembered as a great man who did many great things. He touched so many people in so many ways and for this he will be greatly missed. The thing that comes to mind most vividly is that he always took the time to help others no matter how busy he was.
John W Groce
December 21, 2006
Mary Jim,
Although I did not have the opportunity to really know Joe, I do know that the obituary cannot in anyway convey the extent of his influence and benevelonce to so many causes. Dr. Ernie and Sue Steury,my sister and brother-in-law,were beneficiaries of so much of his love and generosity. Thus I have come to feel I did know him.
Many thoughts and prayers are with you.
Jim Doles
December 21, 2006
Steve,Burt,Beth,and Jenny
God has blessed my life,in that he has surrounded me with many Christian men. Your father was one such man. I think Jim said it best at the funeral he had a passion for God and a Passion for life and he lived it to the fullest. Please know that Gay the girls and I love you all and will continue to pray for you.
Love you all
Jim Doles
Jim and Farish Moorman
December 21, 2006
Our remembrance of Joe was one of God's faithful and humble servants. It was always a joy
to be in his prescence.
Lydia and Bill Allshouse
December 21, 2006
Dear Beth, Jenny, Steve, Burt and families,
Our hearts broke for you when we heard about Joe's death. Joe was present when Bill and I were appointed by the WGM Board as missionaries to Mexico.
But even before, your family was special to me because of your gracious hospitality and friendship when we were at Asbury. Your parents taught me a new level of Southern hospitality but, above and beyond that, the love of Jesus that shone through them to everyone they met made an impact on me.
The verse that came to me is II Timothy 4:7, "I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith." This verse truly exemplifies the life your dad lived. We will miss him.
Pedro Silva
December 21, 2006
Burt, to you and all your family, especially your Uncle Buddy, my prayers for the comfort and peace of Jesus Christ at this time.
I am sorry I was unable to come and see you personally but I'm sure the entire community was well represented. Your family has been a beautiful blessing to not only the middle GA area, but to people all over the world. I hope you and your family are well and you enjoy a wonderful Christmas season.
Pedro Silva
Stacey Logan-Docke
December 21, 2006
Both the PIMS and PTMS Teams at Bank of America's Family Wealth Advisors were greatly saddened to hear of Joseph Luce's passing. We would like to extend our deepest sympathies to our dear friends Burton Luce, his wife Lynn and their children Lydia and Preston. We will be praying for the Luce Family at this difficult time.
Dr. Richard and Betty Morse
December 20, 2006
We would like to express our sympathy to Joe's family. His friends in Oaks Village have been praying for you. He is greatly missed, but we know that he is rejoicing to be with his Lord.
December 20, 2006
To the Luce family, Bunny joins me in expressing our sadness in learning of Joe's death. His family has meant so much to so many people. This is a great loss to all of us who knew and loved him. Our heartfelt condolences to his beloved wife and children. Sincerely, Betty (Gregory-Duke) and Elmer (Bunny) Johnson
Tom and Margaret Redd
December 20, 2006
We feel so blessed to have known the Luces and to have been a part of the Blue Bird family. Joe was truly a man of character and a good influence on everyone around him. In my 35 years at Blue Bird, I never heard one negative word about Joe.
Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this time. May your memories and faith give you comfort in the days ahead.
Tom and Margaret Redd
Betty and Charles Blair
December 20, 2006
Sorry we are not able to be with you
at this time. We remember Joe quite
fondly. We also remember all the
Luce family fondly. We'll miss Joe.
Donald/Norene Hohensee
December 20, 2006
Norene and I would like to express to the Luce family that they are in our thoughts and prayers. It was my privilege to get to know Joe Luce when I worked in Field Ministries at WGM. I appreciated his interest in the appointment of new missionaries and his evaluation of their potential for missionary service. We know the words of Scripture are true, "precious in the sight of the Lord is the death of his saints," yet there is still the loss and emptiness that comes with his homegoing. May you sense in a special way, the nearness of the Christ child.
Mike Martinkus
December 20, 2006
I think I can speak for all the ex Wanderlodge dealers when I say that doing business with the Luce family was an honor. We knew that when a Luce told us something - we could put it in the bank. Those were good people making a good product. Mr. Joe was one of the best.
Dr. W. Edward & Martha Rickman
December 20, 2006
We express our deepest sympathy to the family of our dear Joe Luce. Working with him through our mutual service at WGM and Vennard College have been delightful experiences. May God's comfort abound to the entire family.
Don and Eunice Coffman
December 20, 2006
Our sympathies go out to all the family that morn Joe's passing. We are praying for you. We appreciated Joe so much and we all will miss him. God bless you all and remember "The Lord is our strength".
David & Susan Yetter
December 20, 2006
Know that our thoughts and prayers are with you during this time .
David & Susan Yetter
Pat Sebree
December 20, 2006
I have worked at World Gospel Mission for many years and appreciated Joe's gracious spirit when he visited our headquarters, as well as the impact he made for missions throughout the years.
Paul E. Ward
December 20, 2006
My father, Rev. J. Clinton M. Ward, pastor of Byron, Ga. Methodist Church loved the Luce family from 1936 until dad died in l976. Because of Dad's love for the luce family I've kept up with them. Joe and all the Luce family have been marvelous human beings.
David Stevens
December 20, 2006
I still chuckle when I remember Joe saying to me, “I didn’t think there was any way you all could you do this but you seemed so earnest and determined, I thought I would at least give you a chance.” He said that as we walked across the top of the dam of the hydroelectric plant at Tenwek just before its dedication. The Rainbow Fund had had made a “reckless” gift, he first $20,000 that got the ball rolling on this $800,000 project in the mid-eighties. It was the funds that got the engineers to Kenya to do the feasibility study, helped get a road built down to the falls and much more. It was the seed of faith that revolutionized the quality of healthcare at Tenwek hospital, inspired other foundations to give and gave us the savings in fuel cost to start the nursing school.
When I think of Joe, I remember a man of vision who was always looking for strategic opportunities to invest where he would get high dividends for God’s kingdom. Tens of thousands greeted him in heaven because of his passion to carry out the Great Commission around the world and many more will join him in the years ahead because he gave, he went and he prayed. What a legacy! What a life! What a testimony and inspiration to us all!
Judy Justice
December 20, 2006
To the Luce Families
What an experience to have worked and loved the Luce Brothers and to feel loved in return! Their legacy will live on in those lives they have touched. Rejoice in the memories.
Greg and Camie McCalmon
December 20, 2006
To the Luce Family,
Mr. Joe touched so many lives. He will be greatly missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during your time of loss.
Emplyee of MCCG
December 20, 2006
To Mrs Luce, my deepest sympathy to you and your family, I met you here at the MCCG 7th floor recovery room, you are a very dear woman, so sweet and kind, as was Mr Luce, I am so sorry for your loss.
Pauline Carroll Gibson
December 20, 2006
Joe & Marilyn have always been very special to me. My first experience on a trampoline was at their home, playing with Beth & Jenny. Joe & Marilyn's gracious and loving hospitality and generous care were just one more expression of their gratitude to the Lord, love for His people, and commitment to His work throughout the world.
In the Bible Joe gave me a few years ago, he wrote his life verse, Proverbs 3:5 & 6:"Trust in the Lord with all your heart, and lean not on your own understanding. In all your ways acknowledge Him, and He shall direct your paths."
John Thurman
December 19, 2006
Steve, Burt, Beth and Jenny,
You will be in my thoughts and prayers as you celebrate your dad's life and legacy. I will always remember your dad as a kind and gracious man who was committed to the Kingdom.
Jon and Shanon Rice
December 19, 2006
Mary Jim, Burt, Steve, Beth, Jenny, Buddy and Family,
We just received word about Papa Joes passing. We cannot express how much he meant to our family. He was such a humble, generous and loving soul. He was the first person to hold our baby girl in the hospital after she was born. He made us feel like our family was his family too. He truly had a heart for people. He had a way of making you feel so special. He never forgot a name or detail about anyone he met. He had a great sense of humor and could always get a smile out of you. He had a way of being that just made you feel like everything was going to be ok. He loved his family and was so proud of his grandkids and each of their accomplishments. Every time we saw him he would speak of them with such pride and adoration. If I had to describe Joe in one word it would be 'LOVE'. He loved his family, he loved people and he loved Christ. I am filled with sorrow at his passing, but at the same time I am joyful because he is home with the Lord and I know he is happy. Our deepest condolences to you Mary Jim and all his family.
Alan & Gennifer Gamble
December 19, 2006
I worked for Joe for alot of years and he was always the same person everytime he greeted you. Joe will be missed by a large number of people. Our love and sympathy are with all of the family members and their children. If there is anything we can assist with please let us know.
Sandra Griffin Miller Carrasquillo
December 19, 2006
It has been several years since I have seen Joe but immediately wonderful memories of him and the entire family come to mind. Joe was a great example of humility, kindness, and generosity. God used his obedience to reach around the world many times. Our thoughts and prayers are with the family.
Jesse Waller
December 19, 2006
Dear Luce Family:
The Luce Family has been an integral part of the Waller Family's
lives for many, many years. We
miss Joe and wish you comfort and peace.
Jesse E. Waller, Jr.
Richard Barker
December 19, 2006
Our sympathies to the family. He was a special friend and we are grateful for the way God used his life to be a blessing to so many.
Jesse & Nancy Parrott
December 19, 2006
We send our love and deepest sympathy. We didn't know Joe but have always heard wonderful things about him. May your memories sustain you until you meet again. The Parrotts in Hahira.
Shannon O'Connor
December 19, 2006
I thank God for Joe's life. I always found him to be both approachable and full of love and passion for our Lord. His impact on my ministry with World Gospel Mission, and through his support of Wesley Biblical Seminary will never be forgotten. When I was undecided about where to teach theology, and hurting about maybe having to leave Honduras, he encouraged me to teach at the Bolivian Evangelical University. I am now in Bolivia, and am very thankful that God used Joe to help me in a time I needed guidance to decide between two very good choices.
I miss him already, and I know you always will, but I'm thankful for the testimony of a life of integrity lived with consistency as a servant of others, but most importantly, a servant of God.
God bless you,
shannon o'connor
world gospel mission
Ashley Poss
December 19, 2006
To the Luce family... I have alot of good memories with Mr.Luce. He was a very nice man and tried his best to help people out.I send my prayers to all of yall.
Rev Verne Summers
December 19, 2006
Rev. Verne C, Summers member Vennard College Board of Directors with Joe since the college reopened.
We always appreciated his commitment to the college and his words of wisdom as we worked together while he was an active member of the board and a long time friend of the institution.
Beth (Ware-Rooks) Rigdon
December 19, 2006
Dearest Luce family, Mr. Joe was a wonderful 'down-to-earth'/ walk the talk man of God (& what a memory he had!) I was so blessed in 1985 to have been one of his team members on a mission trip to Honduras. What memories I hold dear(awesome - how GOD has used your dad for His Kingdom work).
I am lifting your names Heavenward. Be comforted knowing that he's heard the words I so long to hear someday.... "well done, thy good & faithful servant".
Sincerest sympathy.
Tony Rodriguez
December 19, 2006
So many of us "Blue Bird kids" grew up with the greatest of respect for Mr. Joe. He was always a positive role model and a shining example for us all of what we should each aspire to be, a truly good man through and through. Jenny, Beth, Steve and Burt...please know you are all in our thoughts and hearts with love.
Woody & Gail Hardison
December 19, 2006
Mr. Joe's Christian influence and his outstanding leadership during my BlueBird years with him will always be a cherished memory. Please know you are in our prayers during this difficult time.
Mike and Evelyn Gary
December 19, 2006
Our prayers are with you at this time. I'm sure that your loss is heaven's gain. May God bless you during this time. Mike and I are missionaries to Mexico and thank God for those who are faithful to serve the Lord over the years.
Keith and Eva Somers
December 19, 2006
One who demonstrated his love of the Lord in living and giving. God Bless
Orlando and Nery Rodriguez
December 19, 2006
We know the Lord has a very special place prepared for Joe. He touched the lives of so many people and ours as well with his kindness and love. Our love and prayers go out to Beth, Jenny, Steve, Burt and all of the Luce family and your many, many friends.
Bill and Beth Ury
December 19, 2006
Beth and I rejoiced that Joe mar- ried Mary Jim. We are grateful that during his life Joe invested so much of himself and his resources in Christ's Kingdom. We are very happy to have lived here in Oaks Village--a Christian community for WGM and other missionaries.
Orvin (Smokey) and Carole Bergman
December 19, 2006
We thought the world of Joe and will miss him. He was a fine Christian gentleman, who always had a kind word for everyone. You are all in our thoughts and prayers during this time of remembering who he was to each of you.
With love and sympathy,
Ron and Becky Brown
December 19, 2006
As friends we sorrow, but not like those with no hope, as we know where Joe is now, with His Lord. As believers we know Joe's homegoing is precious in the sight of our wonderful Lord. Joe touched the lives of many, including our extended family through the Rainbow Fund, WGM support, CMDA support and the vision for the Mobile Medical Unit (Wonderlodge) that has been serving the poor in Honduras the last 7 years, and now headed for Nicaragua. This ministry alone has seen thousands come to faith in Christ. Our love, thoughts and prayers are with you children, Steve, Burt, Beth, Jenny and your extended families and to Mary Jim.
Ron and Becky Brown CMDA/GHO
Peter, Debbie and Laura Whyte
December 19, 2006
To Mary Jim, Steve & Mary Lu, Burt & Lynn, Beth & Jim, Bill & Jenny, Buddy & Betty: Joe was a wonderful man. So many people's lives have been enriched by knowing him; ours among them. He is already sorely missed. We love you and sympathize with you.
Larry Piatt
December 19, 2006
To the Luce family, It was an honor and a privilege for me to serve on the WGM Board with Joe and also Burt. You are in our prayers as we ask for God's Comforter to become very close.
Benjamin Sutton
December 19, 2006
My deepest sympathy to the Luce family...Joe's faith has now become sight..I never met Joe but his generosity help this young man from Macon to attend Asbury and later John Wesley College adn be able to fulfill the call of the Lord to pastor. Thank you, Joe. May His comfort bless you..Eph.3:20
The WGM Family
December 19, 2006
Only heaven will reveal the lives touched through the service of Joseph Luce as he poured his time, talents and resources into the ministries of World Gospel Mission. We honor his memory and pray for God's presence to be deeply felt by the family in these days of mourning his passing.
Jim Worrall
December 19, 2006
What a tremendous legacy Joe Luce left in this world. His footprints of service to his community and to his fellowman and his love for family are everywhere. I regret I cannot be in attendance at visitation to express my personal appreciation to each and every member of the family for the friendship Joe Luce extended to me through the years. May you all feel God's presence in a very special way at this particular time.
Kenneth & Delight Hopson
December 19, 2006
We have appreciateed Mr. Luce for many years as we have seen his committment to Jesus and to serve Him around the world by his unselfish giving of himself and his resources. He has supported our ministries for years through a life-share committment which provides financially forever. We pray that Jesus will be a comfort and help to his family in the difficult days ahead without Mr. Luce. We will be praying for you.
Rusty & Rita Blount
December 19, 2006
our thoughts and prayers are with the Luce family and friends at this time of sorrow.
GOD BLESS YOU ALL.
Jimmy & Kitty Stinson
December 19, 2006
We are thinking of you and praying for you in this time.
marilyn pappas riddlebarger
December 19, 2006
Family ties and fond memories converge at this time of earthly loss and heavenly gain.
Mary Jim and all the Luce family, you are in my thoughts and prayers.
Billy & Fay Gerald
December 19, 2006
To the Luce Family: Joe was a very dear friend. It was a special blessing to work with him on the WGM Board. On my last visit with him at Indian Springs this past summer, he expressed to me his deep love and concern for the future of WGM. He will certainly be missed by all who knew and served with him in his various ministries. Our love and prayers are with you during this time of loss.
DeWayne Roberts
December 19, 2006
I came to Fort Valley in the summer of 1966; a young 19 year old full of visions and ambition as a draftsman for Blue Bird.
My boarding house arrangements led me to many christian experiences in Fort Valley,as well as the opportunity to feel the power of Christ at Indian Springs.
The fact that company owners (Mr Joe and Buddy)would speak and take time for a "youngster" like me, spoke volumns,and I even became friends with Mr Buddy's daughter, Marilyn.
My time at Blue Bird was interrupted by service in the Air Force, but that summer remains a valuable part from my youth.
Mr Joe, and the entire Luce family are still in my heart, and once more, my prayers.
Paul Cable
December 19, 2006
George,Joe,and Buddy...what a great group of brothers.As did his older brother before him,Joe leaves behind a great legacy of love for his family,his work,his ministry and his friends throughout the world.He will be missed.
Billy and Elladean Harrell
December 19, 2006
Dear Family of Joe Luce,
What this man, your father, and your family have meant to these two missionaries for 46 years, is awesome. Steve, Bert, Beth, and Jenny, the lives of your father and mother touched the depths of our soul. Your grandparents, Albert and Helen Luce, started it all. Your father followed in their footsteps. We shall never forget the night we sat in the den in Fort Valley, GA, watching the Moon Launch with your father, and heard the first man utter his first words from the Moon! Your Dad, which was so characteristic of him, lifted his hand in praise to God over the success of the mission. He saw success all around him in the lives of those he helped. Mary Jim, Albert and Betty, we love you too. You have been a big part of our lives. As we continue to serve in the capacity of missionaries to Hispanics in the USA, we feel all of you have made a contribution to our lives. We could not have been serving so long without your compassion and love. Thank you.
Robert and Kayty Pappas
December 19, 2006
Those who knew Joe and the Luce family know where their heart is. They also know that we will meet again and look forward to that day. It is the latter conviction, and faith, that inspires us to remain steadfast daily in "fighting the good fight" while it illumines the pathway to the doorsteps of Heaven. Joe set a marvelous example and for that we are grateful and blessed.
We pray that the certain knowledge of eternal life and of God's infinite love will enfold you during this time of bereavement.
Lillian Davidson
December 19, 2006
When sorrow comes, as sorrow must - All that can help us are time and trust....Time - the great healer of grief and sorrow. Trust - in the thought of a brighter tomorrow.
With love and sympathy from an old family friend. Lillian Sammons Davidson. Shelbyville, Tenn.
Larry/Becky Ayers Hortman
December 19, 2006
To the LuceFamily: It was such a joy and privilege to work for George, Buddy, and Joe and I have many fond memories of my life at Blue Bird Body Company. The brothers were all so good to my daddy and mother, also. Please know that you all are in the prayers of many and in the arms of the One who is faithful. Trusting you'll be strengthened in Him today.
Jim Bridgewater Jr.
December 19, 2006
Joe was a man of integrity, and an asset to this world.
Judy & Danny Sanders
December 19, 2006
Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this time of sorrow. Mr Joe was a wonderful man and touched the lives of so many. God Bless each of you.
Employees of Southeastern Telephone Systems
Mary Huebner
December 19, 2006
My heart is heavy with grief. I will miss his voice and his laugh and his encouragement. He has left an amazing legacy of love.
Beth, Jenny, Steve & Burt you are in my heart and prayers, much love,
Mary
Dave Moran
December 19, 2006
Dear Mary Jim and Family
What the earth has lost Heaven has gained. May you know that Joe is reunited with his family and friends who have passed before him and he is in the care of God who is Love. My prayers are with you at this time of your loss.
Bill and Melody Dearmon
December 19, 2006
It is with sorrow and a deep sense of personal loss that we have learned of Mr. Joe's homegoing. However, it is with great joy that we know he is with Jesus now. To Miss Mary, Burt and Beth, and all the Luce family, we send our deepest sympathy and most ardent prayers for God's grace and comfort at this time.
Nina and John F. Kunkle
December 19, 2006
My father John F Kunkle and I want to let you know you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Frank and Sharon Martin
December 19, 2006
We appreciated Joe's love and service to World Gospel Mission. His life impacted many missionaries and nationals. Please know that your family will be remembered in our prayers.
Betty Trout Jones
December 19, 2006
My thoughts and prayers are with you at this sad time.
Dick and Jan Benedict
December 19, 2006
Our prayers and thoughts are with the Luce family.
Denny and Michelle Craker
December 19, 2006
May God bless and comfort the extended family during these difficult days! Thank you for blessing our lives over the years. Praying for you.
Denny and Michelle Craker
WGM missionaries in Taiwan
Stan & Carolyn Lewis
December 19, 2006
Joe was a special person and special friend. I was one of those college students who worked at Blue Bird Bus company during my junior summer from Asbury College. Later Joe and I became friends when we became missionaries with World Gospel Mission. We will miss him. We are praying for his family and loved ones.
Richard Adkins
December 19, 2006
Mary and I.... and the Oaks Village Family... are praying for each of you... that God's loving arms will surround and uphold you during this time... as you take comfort in the sure knowledge that Joe is with our Lord and that you will see him again on Resurrection Morning!
May you be comforted, strengthened, and guided by the Holy Spirit at this time.
Tom and Ann Rhodes
December 19, 2006
Joe lived a full life. We're thankful for all that he shared.
Paul Shingledecker
December 19, 2006
Pat and I want to express our sympathy and assure those of the Luce family of our prayers at this difficult time.
Cynthia Edmonds
December 19, 2006
Dear Beth, Jennifer, Steve and Burt,
My prayers and thoughts are with you and your families during your time of loss. Carl informed me of your father's passing into eternity on Sunday.
I rejoice with you over his meaningful life on earth and the joy he must now be experiencing in the presence of his Saviour.
Cindy Edmonds
York, PA
Carolyn (Lyn) Hammett
December 19, 2006
To the Luce and Blue Bird families,
My thoughts and prayers are with you, particularly at this time of sorrow and loss. God Bless You.
Lyn Hammett
Shelly Pearson
December 19, 2006
My thoughts and prayers are with your family during this difficult time. It's especially difficult during the holidays, I'm sure.
Rick Lehnert
December 19, 2006
My thoughts and prayers are with the Luce family. Through his example as a Christian businessman he impacted millions of people around the world. He was truly a man of God, living his destiny. I feel honored to have been able to know the Luce family and to experience first hand the way business should operate. Thanks. Sincerely, Rick Lehnert
Claude Rounds
December 19, 2006
My sorrows go out to your family.
Our prayers and thoughts are with your family.
Im an old blue bird employee and my heart is with the Luces and the old blue bird family.
Tony and Judye Sellier
December 19, 2006
Our love and heartfelt sympathy goes out to each of you at this time. Be comforted by all your precious memories and may God grant you the strength needed to carry on during this time of sorrow.
With our love and sympathy,
Tony and Judye Sellier
Harold Evensky
December 19, 2006
Joe and family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Harold
C. B & Gussie Eubanks
December 19, 2006
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Brenda & Spud Williamson
December 19, 2006
Know that you are prayed for during this time of sadness. Joe Luce was such an inspiration to many and his legacy will live on. We knew him through Indian Springs Holiness Camp Ground - he allowed my husband to hunt on the grounds and to destroy the beaver dams on the lake.
Blessings,
Spud and Brenda Williamson
Jackson, Georgia
Benjamin Kirby
December 19, 2006
I only knew Mr. Luce briefly, yet I know in my heart that he was truly a kind person. God Bless everyone who loved him.
Lin and Polly Lindsay
December 19, 2006
We loved Joe and will miss him. We ask God's blessing on those he left behind.
KEN KEUPER JR.
December 19, 2006
PLEASE KNOW THAT YOUR FAMILY IS IN OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS.
KEN AND KIM KEUPER
PERRY, GA
Brenda Rodgers
December 19, 2006
To the Luce Family:
My thoughts and prayers are with you in this time of deep sorrow.
With Christian love, Brenda
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