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for John Bruce
Elizabeth Phillips
November 30, 2008
Aunt Valencia & family,
I was just thinking about you all and praying for you. May today bring loving memories and God's comfort.
We love you,
Barry and Lucy Grim
December 14, 2007
Valecia and family,
We are saddened to hear of Jack's passing. We are so grateful for being able to have known Jack and to travel with you both on our Lewis & Clark Expedition! It is an experience we will never forget. God bless you as you go through this difficult time.
Jeff Schroder
December 12, 2007
Jack was a wonderful man we admired very much. He was always such a gentleman and is a great role model. Jack is a very generous man who helped the industry in so many ways. We will miss Jack and are very sorry for your loss. If there is anything we can do, please don't hesitate.
Jeff, Janice, Roger Schroder and the entire Car-Part family
David Armentrout
December 8, 2007
Jack was a mentor to me and many others. I enjoyed knowing him for some 50+ years to back when he came out of the army and I was in elementary school. My dad ran a shop within walking distance and we were all close friends. Jack was also my best customer when I ran Sadisco Richmond. He was honest and epitomized the word integrity. I also had the pleasure of working for him and other recyclers in the PRP system. I will truly miss going by and just chatting with him. He was always available and I looked up to him. My thoughts and prayers are with Velecia and their children and grandchildren. I'm sure Bruce Auto Parts will continue to thrive with the example that Jack has set for Scott, Mark, Dennis and the rest of the fine emplyees there. It was just a pleasure knowing him.
Kenneth Grubbs
December 7, 2007
Jack Bruce will truly be missed. He no doubt knew the industry well and was a pleasure to work with. From the employees at Colonial Ford Body Shop.
Leroy A. Williams
December 7, 2007
Mr.Bruce was one of the finest businessman in the "world". He will surely be missed by the industry. I had the pleasure to work for him for two summers and it was great. May God bless and take care of his family at such a trying time. He helped my school with anything that we asked for. Thanks from Leroy and the crew at J. Sargeant Reynolds Auto Body and Automotive Technology. He was a true man of his words and always willing to help with education.
Bucky Taylor
December 6, 2007
To The Family of "Jack" Bruce
I found Jack to exemplify fine character among his acquaintances in the working field we shared. Being much younger than Jack , I always kept my ears opened to hear his words of knowledge. The many times we shared conversations and eating engagements with others during sales deals, his mannerism was always plain, sincere and caring of others. I will truly miss his presence. For his encouraging words, made me feel more welcome in the recycling business. May the family hold on to God's Unchanging hands.
Taylor Motor Co.(Bucky) Taylor
Peggy Baker
December 6, 2007
Valecia and family,
I am so sorry to hear about Jack. He will be missed. My parents, Bob and Ina loved and respected him very much.
Kim & Floyd Harvey
December 6, 2007
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Loving's Auto Body
December 6, 2007
Our thoughts and prayers are with the Bruce family. It was always such a pleasure doing business with Mr. Bruce - he will be missed!
Joe & Toni Johnson
December 6, 2007
Jack was a role model for me.I wish I could have been more like him.He was the kind of person that you remember things he told you,whether last week or twenty years ago.Once when visiting him in his office a customer called who wanted to talk to him about buying a piece of salvage.The person was trying to chisel Jacks price.Jack talked to him with all the patience any man could muster and politely told him he didn't think he could sell any cheaper.The way Jack talked to the man was something that has always stayed with me.Most people in Jacks position would have had there calls screened and wouldn't have even talked to the man.Once I had the pleasure of taking Jack and his good friend Ted Parker to a Oriole game in Baltimore.It was a priviledge to be in such good company.Jack was a man I always looked up to in life.To see him again i'm sure I had better keep looking up.
Donna Munson
December 6, 2007
Jack, will be missed by everyone at Cold Harbor Restaurant.
David Lacy
December 6, 2007
Dear Bruce Family, Please know that our prayers are with you at this time of loss. Jack was a tough competitor but one that I admired. We spoke of family occasionally & I know that you meant the world to him. Family was very important to him as he encouraged me several times by telling me how he enjoyed interacting with by sons. He was a fine man. Please know that if there is ever anything we can do for you, we are just a call away. Also, know that God is in control & knows what is best for us all. Give Him your sorry & He will give you comfort. Love from all the Lacys. David, Al, Ed, Matt, Graham, Andrew & all our employees.
Lisa Brooks-Hill
December 5, 2007
Dear Scott and Family:
May you find comfort and strength in the Lord in the difficult days ahead.
As a icon of Mechanicsville he will be gone but his legacy lives on through his children and grandchildren.
I am alumni from Lee-Davis. I went to school with Scott and graduated with him in 1983.
Vernon and Cindy Hylton
December 5, 2007
We are deeply saddened to hear of your loss. Our thoughts and prayers go out to the entire Bruce family during this difficult time. Jack was a wonderful man and will be greatly missed.
Kristi (Connors) Garstang and family
December 5, 2007
Jennifer and the Bruce family,
Please know that we are keeping you in our prayers during this difficult time. I pray that you will feel the arms of God wrapped around you comforting you. God bless you!
Trevor, Hope and Breana Elkins
December 5, 2007
Mark, we are so sorry for your loss. Please know that you and your family are in our thoughts.
Harry Feild
December 5, 2007
I'm so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you
teresa (tree) lipscomb(barden)
December 5, 2007
i just wanted you guys to know that all of you are in my prayers. cousin scott brucee its been awhile since you have heard that name. let me know if there is anything we can do to help. this comes from all the bardens from mechanicsville. we lost uncle woody last month and its been hard on the family. i just like to think of all the good times we had when we were growing up together. please know i am thinking about all of you in thed ays to come
love you guys
teresa(tree) lipscomb (barden)
Mary Chamberlain
December 5, 2007
I am so sorry for your loss. Mr. Bruce was a devoted and caring father. When you think of him, you can look at his children and be reminded of what a great job he has done. Mrs. Bruce, Melanie, Mark, Scott, and Jennifer, you are all in my thoughts and prayers.
Diane Reitz
December 5, 2007
Although I never knew Mr. Bruce personally, his daughter, Jennifer, is following in his footsteps as a respected mentor and strong leader in business. His qualities of integrity, kindness and thoughtfulness live on through his family. I extend my sympathy to each of you who loved him so dearly.
Jennifer Bierley
December 5, 2007
I'm so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Robby Oliver & Fisher's Imports
December 5, 2007
Words cannot express the feeling that my family and Fisher’s Imports have for Jack and his family, I have lost a great friend, a Mentor and the world has lost a true leader. Our hearts are broken here; I will miss the many lunches we ate while waiting for the auctions to start. God Bless…
Scott and Jenny French, F&K
December 5, 2007
Jack Bruce was a gracious, gentle man with a sharp business mind and a heart of gold. He was a father-figure, role-model, and mentor for many of us lucky enough to be in the industry with him. It was our pleasure to know him. God speed, Jack. With deepest respect and condolences,
George Fearnow
December 5, 2007
I am sorry for your loss.
Jack was big part of the Mechanicsville we knew.
Michael Hufner
December 5, 2007
I was sorry to read of Mr. Burce’s passing. I remember I purchased my first car from Mr. Bruce from his yard, a burnt up 73 Camaro back in 1981. Although I only met Mr. Bruce a few times, my father always told me what a fine gentleman Jack was. I echo the thoughts, “Mechanicsville has lost an icon”.
DAVID & JANET BAKER
December 5, 2007
MR BRUCE was my mentor, he gave me a chance and I have stayed with it for 10 years. He will be missed but his memories will live on forever. Our sincere thoughts and prayers are with the Family and Co Workers.
Johnny Tibbs
December 5, 2007
what can you say when you lose a great friend.Everyone who knew Jack loved him,all of us here at IAA will miss Jack,may god bless your family in this time of great loss.
BRETT ALIOTTI
December 5, 2007
I AM VERY SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS. I WORKED FOR MR. BRUCE FOR 8 YEARS AND I KNOW HE IS GOING TO BE MISSED. MY DEEPEST SYMPATHIES GOES OUT TO THE FAMILY. GOD BLESS...
Bill Weaver
December 4, 2007
Jack Bruce was a "SAINT" on earth. I will miss him but never forget him. He is the Godfather Of "IT" and now sits at the right hand of God the Father. Good bye Jack. Look forward to seeing you in heaven.
Terry Bell
December 4, 2007
I knew Mr. Bruce by my son working for him and meeting him and his wife at different functions in the county. I went to school with all of his childern. Please know that you are all in my thoughts and prayers.
Julie (Bennett) Hendricks
December 4, 2007
I offer my heart felt condolences to your entire family. Having you as neighbors in my early childhood offered many wonderful memories on which I look back with great fondness. Mr. Bruce commanded respect and I will always remember him as a gentle giant. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
Teri Hendrick
December 4, 2007
Jack was a very loyal and true friend to my father-in-law Stuart Hendrick Sr as well as to the rest of the Hendrick family. My and Stuart Jr's thoughts and prayers are with the entire Bruce family.
Michelle Bruce
December 4, 2007
Jack was a wonderful father and grandfather. He was always respected by his children and friends. My children will miss all the good times they shared with him. I'm sure they will always cherish their memories.
david woodfin
December 4, 2007
As a former salvage dealer and member of the salvage dealers association, I found Jack to be not just a good friend but one of the most respected among his peers. Sad to say I have lost contact in recent years with many former associates, but Jack stands out as one of the best
Stephen Graves
December 4, 2007
Jack was one of the finest men I ever had the privledge and honor to work with. He was a man of integrity, strength and deep love for his family. May God love and keep you during these trying times. Valecia, you and your family will remain in our prayers.
Blessings,
Stephen R. Graves, Sr.
and family
Art Heberer
December 4, 2007
Over the twenty five years or so I knew Jack he was a friend and mentor. Jack was never afraid to share his wisdom and experience. I have also been the receiving end of Jack letting me know when he felt I was off base. With the passage of time I look back at those “advice sessions”, and he was often correct. Distance and time reduced the frequency he and I saw each other, but when we did get together it was always like old times. Over the last several days my mind often wonders back to those times. He will be missed by all that he touched.
Michael Helmick & Family
December 4, 2007
Please know that our entire family is keeping you in our prayers. Take your strenght from God's amazing grace.
David McCoy
December 4, 2007
I consider myself very fortunate to have known Jack Bruce; although briefly. He was always a man of his word, and it was obvious that his family meant the world to him. Your family will be kept in prayer. Sincerely, David McCoy
Jay Aigner
December 4, 2007
Another Mechanicsville Icon has left us but will never be forgotten. Our prayers are with the family in this time of sorrow. His kindness and thoughtfullness was a great inspiration to us all.
Norfolk Recycling Employees
December 4, 2007
All of us here send our thoughts and prayers to the family and employees. Losing Mr. Bruce is felt by all of us here and industry wide. We again send our heartfelt condolences and please know we are here to offer our help if needed.
Anna Burnette
December 4, 2007
My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. Mr. Bruce was a special man. He left a lasting impression on each person whose life he touched. He was very dear to his family and will truly be missed by everyone who knew him. I hope you can find comfort in knowing he has gone home yet he will live in each of you forever.
Dawn Eastlack
December 4, 2007
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Phyllis & Freddie Ryan
December 4, 2007
Our thoughts and Prayers are with you during these trying times, may God be with all of you.
Phyllis & Freddie Ryan
JIMMY MATHEWS
December 4, 2007
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
BUBBA LOCKS
December 4, 2007
I WORK FOR MR. BRUCE FOR 4 YEARS AND HE WAS GOOD MAN TO WORK FOR I WILL MISS HIM ALOT I KNOW HE IS IN A GOOD PLACE NOW I AM SORRY FOR THE FAMILY FOR THE FAMILY FOR LOSEING A GOOD PERSON IF ANYTHING I CAN DO LET ME KNOW
Kirk French
December 4, 2007
By all means Jack Bruce was a mans man.He leaves a legacy behind that is and example for all to follow. He will be greatly missed by all that knew him,as well as his family. Go with God Jack. Semper Fidelis
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