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for Bruce Fender
Alan Boatright
December 10, 2006
To the family I'm sorry for the tragic loss and to his friends that knew him best the world lost a great person.But he left behind something that can't be taken away and that is the love and friendship he showed his family and friends. Sorry i did not know soon enough i would have been there. Just remember to stay close and support each other there is nothing stronger than family love.
Jeanette Boatright Brabham
December 9, 2006
To my lifetime Friend (Jackie) and her family. I just got the news today of Bruce's passing, and I am so very sorry to hear about it. Life is just too short, and sometimes so unfair. We know their is a better place beyond this earthly life, but leaving those of us behind to wait, is difficult to endure. I think of my brother (Jadie) that has passed, every day, as well as mom and dad, and I know the longing you feel to see and talk to Bruce just one more time. That feeling never goes away, but we are comforted that one day we will see them again. Jadie and Bruce have met again.....I am sure.
Please know that I am praying for you all.
Robert Britts
November 23, 2006
November 23, 2006
I never knew Bruce but I did know of his good works in Pearlington MS. I know he will be missed. Many Fenders in SC have been my friends and I wish I could have known Bruce. Bob Britts, Lexington SC
critter
November 22, 2006
I will always look for my uncle to be there and always thought he would be. I will always love you and keep you in mind and heart. You are truly missed, and well loved.
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Stephanie O'Quinn
November 19, 2006
Where do I begin? There are no words to describe just how loyal, caring, and supportive Bruce was. Little did I know that when I started dateing Joel I would also be dateing Bruce. They were always a package deal; they were closer than brothers. Bruce soon became like family to me as well. He was there for me during some of the most painful moments as well as the most joyous. Whether the moment was sad or joyous he had a way of making that moment better. He was always wanting to lend a hand, a smile, or a laugh. He gave so much to Joel, me, and the children and never asked for anything in return. He gave to everyone tirelessly, with love,energy, and of course humor.
For the last week Joel and I have struggled to come to terms with this tragedy-it still doesn't seem real nor does it make sense. I know we may never understand why God chose to take Bruce; but I know that the way he lived his life is an inspiration to me. Through all of this I now realize how each moment is a gift to be lived; not a moment just to be survived. I look at how Bruce gave his time and his talent to so many people and never complained or asked for anything in return,and I realize how rare that is today. Bruce's loyal,giving,and fun-loving spirit make me strive to be a better person. I pray my children and I can live up to his example. My love and prayers go to each family member and friend. Each person who was privileged to be a part of Bruce's life was blessed. I know Joel, my children, and I were. Bruce will always be a part of our family,and we will always miss him.
Jackie
November 18, 2006
Rooster, I sit here this morning with coffee in hand ,waiting for your kitchen light to come on, I have so much I want to talk about.My heart like everyones is hurting,but I know that one day we will catch up. I want to tell everyone how sorry I am for their lose, Not only did we loose a wonderful, loving son and brother, but many of you have lost a great friend....
Audie DeLoach
November 16, 2006
Dear Fender Family,
We only had the privilege of knowing Bruce for a couple of years but it only took a few minutes to realize that Bruce was the kind of man that the world needs more of, a man of great strenght, integrity and honor. We will miss the daily sight of him around the business center but realize he will always be present in all he created and built.
Audie DeLoach & Myoung Kwon
SHARON HOROWITZ
November 16, 2006
TO MAC AND FAMILY
WE WERE SHOCKED TO HEAR THE NEWS ABOUT BRUCE. MY BROTHER (DEAN CHRISTIAN) AND I MEET BRUCE THROUGH MAC. OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU ALL.
Marsha Nettles
November 16, 2006
Sheri and Family,
I know this is one of those dark valleys that we have to walk through on earth, but with the help of the Lord you will be okay. Just remember all the wonderful times you had with Bruce and cling to the promise that you will see him again. My thoughts and prayers are with each and every one of you.
wendy reed
November 16, 2006
bruce, you're one of a kind that I wished I would have met along time ago. You were so kind to me from the time I met you and everytime you would come to savannah for haircut. I'm still in shock that your gone. The lord has a plan for you,just like for my brother. I will miss you . To the family of Bruce, he was a great and loving guy to everybody he met. My heart goes out for ya'll. No words can help but time and good friends can help . Kim, I'm so about Bruce , I know what a good friend and loyal guy he was to you. My sincere heart goes out to you.
Leamon Johnston
November 16, 2006
To Ms. Tilley, Sherri, and Jackie and other Fender Family Members:
I have been bewildered and heart broken over this tragic event in all of your lives. Words can not express the deep hurt that is felt by not only you as family, but as all of us that was his friends. I can truly say that he was one of the most loveable, nicest, do anything for anyone kind of people that I knew. He was really someone neat to talk to and to be around. I wish he could be here, but unfortunately he is not anymore. All that will live within my heart is his smile, good manner of people and his ability to pitch in and help members of his family, community and friends. I feel special knowing that I have been able to know him for over 17 years while me and Allison lived within your community and family. Thank you to all of the Fender family for making us feel close and like family when others tried to close us out.
I love you...
Leamon and Allison Johnston
Cindy Courtney (Johnson/Denmark)
November 16, 2006
Dear Fender Family,
Please accept my deepest heartfelt condolences.
I met Bruce in highschool in 1979, he proved to be a true lifelong friend. He never met a stranger in his life that he didn't consider a true friend. If he was ever needed, he was there. If it was broke and needed fixing, he knew how to fix it, and did. If there was something that needed to be cooked or cleaned, he did it. If you ever needed someone to talk to, or someone just to listen he was always there. Never once did he ask for anything in return, your friendship was always more than enough.I knew him twenty-seven years, ( not long enough) and in that time I never heard or saw him raise his voice or his hand to anyone. He always had a smile on his face, and if you didn't have one on yours he would make sure you did before you left his sight. He always knew how to make you laugh,whether you felt like it or not. I know "The Rat Pack" aka: (Bruce) Joel, Jeff and Steve won't be the same without him...none of us will.
I never told him goodbye when I left. Goodbye is too final, and I knew I'd see him again... someday. And now he's left without saying goodbye, but I know I'll see him again... oneday. The kids and I will never forget him. He'll always be a friend, forever in our hearts.
Cindy, Josh, Destiny and Jaime.
Patricia Crosby
November 16, 2006
Bruce is like a brother to me and one of my very best friends.I love him so much,I thank God for letting me have the opportunity to know someone as special as he is.He well always be in my heart each and every day. MY HEART GOES OUT TO EACH OF YOU. I Love ya'll as much as I love my own famliy and I'm always here for ya'll, that well never change.
EARL RISER
November 15, 2006
TO SHERI AND ALL OF THE FAMILY I WAS VERY SADENED TO FIND OUT WHAT HAPPENED TO BRUCE, EVEN THOUGH WE ONLY WORKED TOGETHER FOR A SHORT TIME I CAME TO KNOW AND CALL HIM MY FRIEND. HE WAS THE TYPE OF CUSTOMER YOU LOOKED FOWARD TO SEEING AND TALKING TOO, HE WILL BE GREATLY MISSED. OUR DEEPEST SYMPATHY FROM EARL AND THE CREW OF GASTER LUMBER CO
Billy and Janet Into
November 15, 2006
To everyone of the Fender family.We were sad to hear of the tragic death of Bruce. You can find comfort knowing that he is watching each of you and remembering the wonderful times you all had as a family always keep your memories of him close to your heart. The Lord will continue to take care of you and see you over this diffcult period in your lives and will always guide you . Our thoughts and prayers are with you Today, Tomorrow, and Always
Rhonda Cradle-Brownlee
November 15, 2006
To The Fender Family:
I want you to know that my prayers are with you. Bruce was everything and more that people are expressing. But we don't have to tell you, for he was your son, brother or uncle,you would know better than all of us. My heart aches for you all, for losing such a beautiful family member and just an all out great human being. When I think of Bruce I have to think back on the days at the Hardeeville Fire station where most of the young men that were around Bruce age hung out and ready to go fight a fire, or help out with the police department. Any mother who had a son that was a volunteer firefighter during that time knew that they only had to call the PD and their son would be at the fire station. Bruce stayed there more than he did at home. One of my treasured times of memory will be at Christmas time. Bruce loved to hang and do his thing decorating Christmas lights, especially on the fire station. And through Christmas lights I will remember the twinkle that gleamed in Bruce's eyes. God needed him to decorate Heaven. Each one of us will now have to take our special times and memories of Bruce with us throughout our lives, and Bruce wouldn't want it any other way..
Love you Fender Family.
Lane and Conne Heath
November 15, 2006
Bruce was a great guy, and always had a smile on his face everytime we saw him. He will be greatly missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with the family.
Tere Miller
November 15, 2006
It is too great a burden to speak of the emptiness that we feel since you've been gone. You were a truly remarkable man and a friend to everyone. God has Blessed us all by allowing us to have had a place in your life. There shall forever be an emptiness inside me. I hope to one day meet you again on the other side, my friend.
Hal & Alda Jones
November 15, 2006
You were too young, my friend. Alda and I will miss you greatly. We pray for peace and consolation for your friends and family. We will see you later, when it is our turn.
Raissa (Player) Hatfield
November 15, 2006
Although I have moved away and had not been in contact with Bruce in a very long time, I will miss him. He was a wonderful person and friend. My thoughts and prayers are with the family.
Shirley & Susan Graham
November 15, 2006
Sorry to hear of the tragic loss in your family. Bruce was a very good friend to my son Audie and will be greatly missed. God Bless Your Family.
Lynn (Player) Koon
November 15, 2006
My thoughts and prayers are with the Fender family. Bruce was a very special friend to me in high school and beyond. He will be greatly missed.
Margaret Wakefield
November 15, 2006
I cannot express the sympathy that I feel for you all. Bruce was a great guy and allways had a smile on his face for me. My deepest regrets,
Margie Wakefield
Carolyn Bush
November 15, 2006
To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.
Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."
It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man."
God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.
When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.
I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.
There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.
If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.
So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.
And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.
Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998-2006
Don Fender
November 15, 2006
The loss of a friend is always sad, but the loss of a loved Nephew is even worse, because it is forever. Eventually we will meet friends to help fill the vacuum, but to lose a nephew, especially one who genuinely cared about family and friends as much as Bruce did is enduring. May we all be loved by our families and cared about by our friends as much as Bruce loved and cared about his.
Mary K. and Bill Horton
November 15, 2006
Dear Miss Tillie and Family,Please know that our thoughts and Prayers are with you and your family at this most sorrowful time.Bill and I both thought the world of Bruce,he was the most kind and gentel man.God had a bigger house for him to build.May God send you peace in knowing that Bruce is now with Him and doing far greater things than ever before.
Linda Player
November 15, 2006
I am so very sorry for your loss. I have never forgotten how much support you, Ms. Tilly and Bruce gave Tissy during their graduation fiasco. He was one of the prettiest flowers in the Lord's garden, so He chose him. May God be with you and help you during this very sad time.
Lynn (Player) Koon
November 15, 2006
I am so sorry to hear of your family's loss. Bruce was a wonderful person and will truly be missed by all. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Cookie Player
November 15, 2006
I'm saddened by this tragic accident. I didn't have the good fortune of knowing Bruce as a grown man. We lost touch after I left Hardeeville many years ago. I will always remember his wit and his laugh. He was a good friend and I'm sure he will be missed greatly. My deepest sympathies are with his family and freinds.
Diane Brians
November 15, 2006
Please accept our deepest sympathies. Bruce touched so many lives. We will all miss him here in Colorado. Diane, JoAnn, Bailey and Margot.
RAY CROSBY
November 15, 2006
I FEEL LIKE FAMILY, CAUSE I KNEW BRUCE FROM WHEN HE BORN. IT WAS A SHOCK TO HEAR OF HIS ACCIDENT AND OUR PRAYERS ARE WITH TILLIE AND FAMILY
Faye and Jim Brown
November 15, 2006
Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
Brandon Ray
November 15, 2006
Going to miss Bruce! He was so much fun to be around and never had an ill thought.
My thoughts and prayers are with the family.
Melissa (Tissy) (Player) Gainey
November 15, 2006
I have thought of Bruce often over the years and will continue to do so. He was a very good friend to me in high school. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Linda Jones Frawley
November 15, 2006
I'm so sorry to hear about Bruce. He was a good friend. We went to school together. It has been years since we've seen one another. Again I'm so sorry about your loss.
Linda Jones Frawley
Teri Cleland
November 15, 2006
May God comfort ya'll in your time of sorrow. Remember God is our comfort and peace, our prayers are with ya'll. Love in Christ,
Teri Cleland & Family
Fred and Renee Heath
November 15, 2006
So sorry for your loss.Bruce was a great guy.Our prayers are with you.
Wyatt Morgan
November 15, 2006
Bruce was probably one of the greatest individuals that I have ever met. He never met a stranger and he had enough love in his heart for all those he met. Bruce's memory will last for many many years. I am extremely lucky to have had the opportunity to spend time with Bruce and to get to know him. My life will always be changed because of it.
Julie Mobley
November 15, 2006
To each and everyone of you, we were so sorry and shocked to hear about Bruce. Our hearts and prayers are with each one of you at this time and know that if there is anything that anyone of us can do for any of you please do not hesitate to call us. We loved Bruce and have such fond memories of him and will carry them in our hearts always as we know that all of you will. The memories that we share with each other will help us all to keep going in the days to come. We know that Bruce is now with Uncle Jack and his Uncle Bill walking the streets of Heaven. May God be with each and everyone of you and keep you in his loving arms to help ease your pain. With all our Love to each of you.....Aunt Sandy, Julie, Janie, Robin & Cindy & Families
susie anderson-coleman
November 15, 2006
Dear Fender family, I'm not sure you remember me, Susie, but Bruce let me stay with him when I needed a home, and you all made me part of the family. When Steph called me, I couldn't, and still can't believe this horrible news. Bruce was an amazing person and I will always remember him, and you all. You are all in my prayers!! Please hold on to your faith, and each other- that's the only way to get through this. I am so very sorry this happened. I wish I could be there with you. God Bless, Love, Susie Anderson Coleman
Allen and Angela Sanders
November 15, 2006
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Sharon your family was such help with the past week in everything we went through. He will always be with us.
Kim Malphrus
November 15, 2006
There are no words to describe this loss! I miss you dearly my friend!!
tommy& elaine hubbard
November 15, 2006
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Gail Fountain
November 15, 2006
Frank, Jackie and Lee, I'm am so very sorry to read of your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family all during this time. I use to work with Frank and Lee at Eastern Earthmovers. My Deepest Sympathy.
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