Bruce Ackerman Obituary

Dearest Sheri, Guy and Jared,

Needless to say, when we received the phone call on the ship, we were in total shock! We were devastated that we couldn't be there with you. Bruce was a kind, gentle man and a very special friend, and we have fond memories of many wonderful times together.

Although you weren't prepared for his untimely death, you know that God loved him very much to take him home so peacefully. We pray that you will be able to move forward with a happy life, feeling proud that Bruce was a special part of each of your lives.

Much love,
Hoap and Brenda

Dear Sheri & Family, Jim & I were shocked to hear of your loss. We came to know & love Bruce when he made you so happy & became your friend & husband. We have such lovely memories of the "riverhouse" & your's and Bruce's gracious hospitality & love for each other and all of us.

We will miss him & hope you will allow us to help you begin a new phase of your life. God never gives us more than we can handle & he will help you with this loss. Ask him & he will answer.

Love always, Jim & Joye Wall

Dear Sherri,
We were shocked to learn of Bruce's passing. It still takes our breathe away and we can hardly believe it. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this time.

Sheri:
Sandi, Lily, Henrietta, and I send you our love and sympathy. We would love to hear from you. We want to send a memorial in Bruce's name but need guidance. Please let us hear from you.
Much love from all of us,
Polly Clark

Sheri and family,
Our thoughts and prayers go out to you at this time. We had only met Bruce a couple of times but the two of you together made a perfect pair. We will think of you during the days to come. Fondly, Jackie and Jack Russell

Guy and Family,
I am deeply sorry to hear about your loss and keep you all in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.

Dear Sheri, Guy, and Jared,

I was shocked to learn of Bruce's death. I had some fun times growing up with both Bruce and Ronnie. We really gave Aunt Polly a fit. I will miss them all. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.

Love,
Beth Ackerman & Bill Nottingham

Seri
Our deepest sympathy.

Dear Guy: David and I were saddened to learn of the loss of Bruce. We had a good conversation with Bruce at the Wedding. We actually spoke about the pet Owl. I was always amazed that he was able to train something from the woods that he seemed to love so much. You learned a lot from him, and what you learned you will always have. We love you and we are thinking of you at this time of sorrow. Donna Sue and David Jones

Sheri Gayle,

I am truly sorry to learn of Bruce's passing. I will keep you and all of the family in my thoughts and prayers during this most difficult time.

Sorry for your loss, our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Jacksonboro/ Edisto will not be the same without him. He will be missed by all that had the chance to know him. From all of us at the old Webb's in Jacksonboro/ Webster Family Webb/Herman,Shirley,Donna,Mark,Wanda,and Willie

Sheri and Family,
Please know that we will be remembering you all in our prayers during these difficult times. You will, by God's Wonderful Grace, make it through these next days.
Love to you,
Jo Ann (Williams) and Philip Paul

Sheri,
I was so sorry to hear of Bruce's sudden passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time. Soon you will be able to smile again as you remember all the good times and special memories.
Much love to you.

Sheri and family,
I was so sorry to hear of the passing of your husband, Bruce. I am a old friend of Gayle's and I just wanted to express my sympathy to you all. May God grant you the strength and comfort in the days ahead.

Sherri
I was shocked and very sorry to hear about Bruce. I know just how hard it is. My prayers will be with you every day. Love you Sandra Hanna

I was so sorry to hear about the passing of Brucie....I grew up in C'ville with Bruce and "Miss Polly" and we had a delightful childhood and in our teen years we would have some great parties at his house, (Shhh) and he was always such a gracious host and just a joy to be around. My sympathy goes out to all of his family....
Lynne Reynolds Rhodes
Walterboro,S.C

Dear Sheri:

I am so sorry to learn of Bruce's death. Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you and all the family.

Much love,

Jean

Sherri Gayle ~ Please know my deepest sympathy to you and your extended family . . . I hope the following saying will ease some of the pain you must be feeling . . .

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 1998-2007

As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.

Sherri, you have our deepest sympathy in the passing of Bruce. You and your family will be in our prayers. The thing we remember the most about Bruce was his friendliness and how he could beat Danny at the pool table. And when you least expected to we would run into you guys at Pete's.

Dear Sheri
I was so sorry to read that your husband has died. My prayers are with you at a time like this.
your friend,s
Lois,Rusty,Lexi and Alan

I am very sorry to hear about Bruce. We were raised together in Cottageville and went to school together. My family and Ms. Polly were friends through the years. Even though I have not seen him in many years I remember him fondly. I am deeply sorry to hear of his passing.

Gail Bailey Long

Sheri,

I was deeply saddened to hear of Bruce's passing. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. I pray that you'll find strength and comfort during this time of grief.
Much love and prayers, Rebecca

words will never express how deeply sorry i am for you Sheri.As you know I love both of ya'll so much and will always .Like I have told you both before several times I think ya'll were the most romantic couple on this planet and God will get you thru this and ya'lls awesome memories!!

Sheri, Guy, and Jarred, please know that Susan and I have you in our prayers. Please let us know if there is anything we can do.
Blessings,
Rodney and Susan Muckenfuss

Sheri,

I can't tell you how sorry and hurt I am for you. Especially since mom can't be here for you right now. Bruce was so loving and fun to be around. The way he took Ryan under his wing and let him hunt and fish with him meant a lot to me and Ryan. God has all the control and Bruce is now in his new home where he has absolutely no worries or pain. I pray that you will soon have the understanding that he is in fact happier and will forever be in your heart and watching over you. I am here for you if there is anything I can do. Know that I love you and care for you deeply.
Love, Kathy

My deepest sympathies to Sheri and the family. My heart was deeply saddened at Bruce's passing and Sheri's loss. If you could see him now, he's walking streets of gold, no more pain no more sorrows, he will be missed greatly.

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Sheri,
I was so sorry to hear of Bruce's passing. If you need anything, please let me know.