Thomas James Bruce
1941-2018
Tom went to be with the Lord on February 4th, 2018. Tom was born in Chenango Forks, New York on October 18, 1941. He is predeceased by his parents, James Bruce and Margaret Kirk Bruce. He served in the United States Army. After his military service he moved to South Florida where he worked as a supervisor for a large construction company. After retiring he moved to Blairsville in 2000 and was employed part-time by Union County as a building inspector, which he thoroughly enjoyed. He was a member of the Blairsville Cruisers Car Club, where he served 3 years as president. He is survived and will be deeply missed by his wife of 45 years, Phyllis; a sister, Norma Bruce; 3 sons: Ronald Reese, Chuck (Stacie) Reese, Jerry (Farah) Reese, several grandchildren and great grandchildren; a niece and nephews, cousins, brothers-in-law Daniel (Susan) Guthrie and Larry Guthrie.
Don't Cry for Me
Don't cry for me. I will be okay. Heaven is my home now, and this is where I'll stay. Don't cry for me. I'm where I belong. I want you to be happy and try to stay strong. Don't cry for me. It was just my time. But I will see you someday on the other side. Don't cry for me. I am NOT ALONE. The angels are with me to welcome me home. Don't cry for me, for I have no fear. All my PAIN IS GONE, and JESUS took my tears. Don't cry for me. This is NOT THE END. I'll be waiting here for you when we meet again.
A Celebration of Life Service will be held on Saturday, February 17, 2018 at 6:00 p.m. at Fairview Baptist Church in Blairsville with Rev. Tommy Jones officiating.
If you would like to do so, the family has suggested memorial contributions be made to The American Cancer Society in memory of Tom. The North Georgia Honor Guard will present military honors.
Arrangements have been entrusted to the care of Cochran Funeral Home and Crematory of Blairsville. Please share your condolences and fond memories of Tom with the family on our website, www.cochranfuneralhomes.com.