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Charles Lewis Bruce, 68, passed away Friday, August 17, 2001. He was born in Scranton, PA and had resided in Jacksonville eight years formerly of York, PA. Mr. Bruce retired from Harley-Davidson Motorcycle Company after 32 years of service in 1993. He was a veteran of the U.S. Navy a member of American Legion Post #283, an active member of St. Paul United Methodist Church, and Treasure of the United Methodist Mens Fellowship at the church. Survivors include his wife of 48 years, Jane L. Bruce; his children, Charles E. Bruce (Carolyn), York, PA, Barbara L. Stambaugh (Robin) York, PA, Richard L. Bruce, Jacksonville, Karen L. Vargo (Michael), Simpsonville, SC; and James L. Bruce, Windsor, PA; seven grandchildren, and four great-grandchildren. A funeral service will be held at 10:00 AM Thursday, August 23, 2001, in St. Paul United Methodist Church, 8264 Lone Star Rd. with Rev. Annette Pendergrass officiating. Interment will follow in Arlington Park Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 6:30-8:30 PM Wednesday at the funeral home, 724-6384. Please sign the Guestbook at Jacksonville.com

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Published by Florida Times-Union from Aug. 18 to Aug. 21, 2001.

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Georgia & Buddy McFaul

August 30, 2001

To Jane and family,

We have always thought so much of you, Jane, and Charlie. You've been the first ones on many Sundays to greet us and Charlie always had such a warm smile and loving heart, as with you. We often watched Charlie get a thrill giving out pieces of candy to the kids. Charlie always remembered Buddy when he was overseas by asking how he was doing and sending cards. Charlie did so much for the church from driving the van to visiting and so many other things. He will be greatly missed. Your prayers are with us that God will continue to guide you through this difficult time and give you strength as time moves on.

Love, Georgia & Buddy McFaul

Roy & Sharon Weimert

August 25, 2001

Jane,

Charlie was a very special person to us. I will always remember he had to have a hug from Sharon. He was always asking me if he coukd help with any od the committe work, He will always be in our mind, but will be missed here on earth.

Love to you andf thw family

Roy &Sharon Weimert

Al, Cherry and Kate Hicks

August 24, 2001

Jane and Family,



You are continually in our prayers and we wanted you to know of how Charlie touched our lives. Keeping Kate's 16th birthday card and giving it to her the first time he had the chance. The picture of the giraffe that was taken in Africa. Just doing all the things he did for others. He will be missed.. But Jane you are always going to be in our prayers.

Susan Tomlinson

August 24, 2001

My thoughts and prayers are with your family at this time. Charlie will truly be missed at St. Paul United Methodist Church.



Susan Tomlinson

Nell Allen

August 24, 2001

To All the Bruce Family. My sincere

sympathy to all of you in your time of grief. Charlie will be greatly missed. He was a true Christian Friend. Love & Prayers

Nell Allen

August 24, 2001

To All the Bruce Family. My sincere

sympathy to all of you in your time of grief. Charlie will be greatly missed. He was a true Christian Friend. Love & Prayers

Kevin & Karen Kline

August 21, 2001

With our sincerest sympathy. Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers. Charlie was so dedicated in his church work and we will all miss him.

Mark & Linda Karneol

August 21, 2001

We will truly miss Charlie. He was a wonderful man, always willing to lend a helpful hand and so good with our children. We love you Charlie!

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