Edward Bruce

FLINTSTONE — Edward LeBron Bruce, 78, of Flintstone went home to be with the Lord on Monday, December 10, 2018 at his home. He was a life-long resident of the North Georgia area and a member of Temple Baptist Church for many years. Mr. Bruce retired from CSX Railroad after 34 years of service. He enjoyed fishing, collected Hot Wheels and was a member of the Hardees Breakfast Club. He was preceded in death by his brothers, Joe, Bill, Rev. Harry Bruce and William Wilbanks and sisters, Myra Beagles and Mary Oliver. Survivors include his loving wife of 58 years, Mary Miller Bruce; son, Eric Alan (August) Bruce; daughter, Tena Gaye Niceswanger (Tim Parrish); sister, Doris Averill; grandchildren, Justin Niceswanger and Emily Bruce; along with several nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be 2 PM Monday in the funeral home chapel with Minister Jack James officiating. Interment at Lakewood Memory Gardens, South. Visit www.heritagebattlefield.com to share condolences with the family. The family will receive friends 12-8 PM Sunday and 11-2 PM Monday at Heritage Funeral Home, Battlefield Parkway.