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patricia bley posted a condolence
Wednesday, June 12, 2019
Heartbreaking and senseless! I simply can not wrap my head around this loss. Io, your legacy is love and its all through your family and community.....I love you.
Pat Bley
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Jodie A MELOFCHIK posted a condolence
Friday, June 7, 2019
All of us at Lk George Auto/Marine are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with the entire family during this sad time.
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Thomas Holmgren posted a condolence
Wednesday, June 5, 2019
What is life but a chance to disrupt, move, and exert energy? Each life in a way is like a storm. Our energy is finite, our purpose is fluid and our impacts may vary. Some storms are just passing; their presence cannot be distinguished from their absence, and their wake cannot be distinguished from their heart or their eye. Other storms are all-encompassing, altering all things that lay in their paths. Special storms may even seem unrelenting, but eventually, all of our winds calm and the last of our rains fall.
If the last of your rains have fallen, your storm is still not past. The storm is not over until all the ripples we have caused have settled and all those things we propelled have come to rest.
You did too much. You did everything anyone ever asked you and even more than anyone could have had the gall to ask of you. You not only established roots in a community you grew up in, but you became the roots, entrenching yourself in the lives of all those who found themselves planted in the place you made a home.
The power of a quality educator is compounding and your impact should not be understated. You taught a public high school course like a 200 or 300 level college seminar. You took students out of state, or even country for the first time, and gave many of them opportunities that they wouldn’t have had but for your presence. All that while always taking an amount of pride in the products produced that was only matched by your genuine interest in them.
And if you in fact pass, you will surely leave a void in the lives of your husband, and children, and sadden those who had the pleasure of coming in contact with you, but those who will lose the most are those who never got a chance to know you at all. They will be benefited only by their heedless ignorance as to what once was, as your position(s) will be filled, but you will not be replaced. A landscape will remain in the place of the community we have all come to know, but it will not be the one that you supported, as even the hardiest timber will fall without its roots.
And if this is the last of the storm, your wake will be felt for many more moons. Your rain was always heavy and your winds robust. And a title wave does not stop until long after the ocean is last rocked.
While time will pass and the tides will settle, your impact will ripple on until all those who you have touched also fade. Your wind may not fill another set of sails but all that it moved will always be moved, existing in a state irreconcilable from that where it never stormed.
I hope that this is only the eye, but If it’s the last gusts of the storm, then thank you for the push.
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Mike and Bonnie Prosser posted a condolence
Wednesday, June 5, 2019
To Matt, Christian,and Cassondra.,Our hearts are with you at this time of such shock and loss for your family. I did not know Io well but Mike Jr. told us that he would not have made it through school without Matt and Io being there for help and support.We appreciate it. She will be dearly missed. Hugs and prayers to your family!
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Patty Hedrick posted a condolence
Tuesday, June 4, 2019
Grete, Matthew, Cassondra, Christian. We had a few short times together in SF. You are all an amazing and wonderful family.
So sorry for this huge loss.
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KIM B MEADE posted a condolence
Tuesday, June 4, 2019
Christian, you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
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Denise Fruda posted a condolence
Tuesday, June 4, 2019
"Matt, Christian, Cassondra & Family,
My heart aches for all of you. Io has touched so many lives, I know she is looking down on all of us. She now can see all of us looking up to her. Words can't express my feelings, just know you are in my thoughts!"
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Tracy Witherbee posted a condolence
Tuesday, June 4, 2019
My heart is full of pain because another great person has been taken long before her time.
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Lisa Ferreira posted a condolence
Tuesday, June 4, 2019
My deepest sympathy for her family and students as they go through this tough time. I only worked with Io a short time planning the book fairs, but she was always so kind and lite up when speaking about her students. I am truly in awe of how many lives she has touched. She was a wonderful person and I believe now an angel looking over so many. Rest in peace IO.
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Jill and Michael Muratori posted a condolence
Tuesday, June 4, 2019
Our deepest sympathies to your family. Such a terrible loss for you and the whole community.
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Adam Robinson posted a condolence
Tuesday, June 4, 2019
I'm so sorry that u had to go through this her end came way to soon she was the best teacher I've ever had and all the students will say the same everyone at the school is here for you
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Mary Robinson posted a condolence
Tuesday, June 4, 2019
I'm so so sorry for your loss my heart goes out to you and your family.she is now a Angel watching over you.
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Andres Canabal Jr posted a condolence
Tuesday, June 4, 2019
Sorry to hear of the passing of lo Matt! You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers!
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Paul Siletti posted a condolence
Tuesday, June 4, 2019
Matt, Cassondra and Christian, Pam and I tried numerous times to stop in and pay our respects but each time the line was longer. We are truly sorry that we were unable to wait in line, but with Pam's asthma and other ailments, she just could not stand in the rain for as long as the line would have taken. But know this...that line was really and truly a testament to how many lives Io touched! She was a wonderful wife, a fantastic mom and a dedicated teacher. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all and if you need a shoulder to lean on, please know we are here, God Bless You all, Paul and Pam
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Mary Stamos posted a condolence
Tuesday, June 4, 2019
My sincerest sympathies to the Bruce family. I only know Io from having taught a distance learning class that followed her AP class. I often traveled to Warrensburg from Glens Falls to meet my distance learning students. They often remarked how lucky they were to have her as their teacher. When The Lake George Chronicle paper had the Student Athlete section where students from several local high schools mentioned their favorite teacher, Io was frequently mentioned because of her dedication and talent as a teacher. I can only imagine how much she will be missed by so many. May her memory be eternal.
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Lori Smith and Ashley Benz posted a condolence
Tuesday, June 4, 2019
"Matt, Christian, Cassondra and extended Bruce/ Tebbutt, the loss of Io is such a blow to all that loved her and to all the life’s she has crossed paths with.
May the comfort of your memories , love from the community get you through this difficult time. "
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VALERIE BELLON posted a condolence
Monday, June 3, 2019
Rest in peace, beautiful Io. You meant so much to so many. now we are all heartbroken at such a sudden and untimely loss. Sympathy and prayers for your loving family, husband, mom , sister and Christian and Cassondra. Valerie Halligan
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The Thomas Family posted a condolence
Monday, June 3, 2019
Matt, Christian, Cassondra and Family ~ Our hearts go out to you and our prayers are for strength and faith. We are so very sorry. May you find comfort in the many wonderful memories you have and the love of those around you. Melissa, Zachary, Jacob and Danielle
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Christine Sullivan posted a condolence
Monday, June 3, 2019
Io was an amazing mother, teacher, and colleague. I was lucky enough to have known her in all of these capacities. My heart goes out to the entire family. Please know you are in all of our thoughts and prayers at this difficult time and she will be sorely missed by all who had their life touched by her.
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Corriveau Family posted a condolence
Monday, June 3, 2019
We are all sadden over the loss of Io. She is a colleague for whom I regard as among the best teachers I've ever encountered. Yet for your family, she was so much more than that. For Matthew, I am praying constantly the Lord hold you and bring you peace and strength. Jim, Beth, Laura, Lindsay, Aubrey and Dante extend their warmest regards and sympathy for your whole family.
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Melissa J Smith posted a condolence
Monday, June 3, 2019
Io and I taught Global and US History for the last 3 summers through Distance Learning. She was my kind of geek- a lifelong learner who shared her life and family with me and our students. She pronounced the Greek and Scandinavian things and made me pronounce the Russian. We enjoyed working together and I am guilty of requesting a complete rework of my school's schedule so that we could have Io. Every summer we would share how our school year was and what we looked forward to for the following year. I will never watch the Perseid meteor showers without thinking that I need to remind Io of the dates of it this year. (23 July-20 August) I am honored to have called you my friend and we are all diminished in your absence. I will honor your memory by embracing my role and teaching my heart out. May your memory be as a blessing to your family.
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DAVE HALL posted a condolence
Monday, June 3, 2019
Our thoughts and prayers are with Io's family.. What a wonderful lady Io was.. She was a fantastic teacher and a wonderful friend to everyone.. Io my beautiful friend you will never be forgotten. Dave & Kathy Hall
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Kibby, Michele and Brooke French posted a condolence
Sunday, June 2, 2019
Matt, Christian and Cassondra,
Our thoughts are with you all. Io was amazing and we’re so grateful for the wonderful memories Brooke has with her from Ireland and Scotland.
What a tragic loss for not only you but for the school district, the community and everyone that knew or interacted with Io.
With love,
Kibby, Michele and Brooke
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Lisa Bundrick posted a condolence
Sunday, June 2, 2019
Mrs. Bruce was an amazing person who was full of life. Thinking of you all during this difficult time.
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Lauralee S (Juckett) Allen & Family posted a condolence
Sunday, June 2, 2019
We are sorry for your loss.
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Cheryl Connor posted a condolence
Sunday, June 2, 2019
"Io was one of my best friends in elementary school but as time went by we grew apart. I have never forgotten our friendship as I will never forget her.
I hope and pray that her family can find peace and embrace the joy that you all shared with her.
God bless you all."
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Sharon and David Gifford posted a condolence
Sunday, June 2, 2019
"Truly a pillar and someone that will live on in peoples hearts for ever.
May you as a family be able to find peace knowing that she will always be here watching over all of you. Her strength and love will guide you all and get you through.
Much love to you all❤
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Crystal (Stone) Johnston posted a condolence
Sunday, June 2, 2019
Io was such a bright light and her positivity was contagious. She had such a profound impact on her students and she will be greatly missed. I’m thinking of you and your family during this unimaginably difficult time.
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Kristen Piquette posted a condolence
Sunday, June 2, 2019
"My thoughts are with the Bruce family during this difficult time.
May she be at peace "
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Nicole Tyrell posted a condolence
Saturday, June 1, 2019
Both my girls had the privilege of having her. She was a true inspiration and such a beautiful person inside and out. She will greatly missed. My heart goes out to the family at this difficult time. RIP beautiful Angel
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Nathan & Laurie Brown posted a condolence
Saturday, June 1, 2019
"Mrs Io Bruce ,
Thank you for the unconditional love you showed each and everyone of your students.
To the many times you reached out a hand to our daughter Stephy B, and showed her that your words to her were real and true .
This means more to her then you can possibly know .
You are AMAZING"
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Betsy Allen posted a condolence
Saturday, June 1, 2019
I did not know her personally but I do know she was a wonderful, caring teacher. My granddaughter was very lucky to have her as a mentor. May she rest in God's arms.
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Janelle and Jillian Nash posted a condolence
Saturday, June 1, 2019
Mrs. Bruce was a great teacher and a wonderful person. Her love for her job, her family, and her students shined through in everything she did. She will be very much missed. We look forward to the time when as the Bible says in Revelation 21:4, God “will wipe out every tear from their eyes and death will be no more.” Our thoughts are with your family during this very difficult time.
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Christine Blakely posted a condolence
Friday, May 31, 2019
I am in GA. So I will not be able to honor Io and express my sympathy to all of you in person. But please know I have all of you in my thoughts and prayers at this most difficult time. I feel very fortunate to have known Io and gotten to work with her. Her passing leaves a painful void that many are feeling. I know this pain, so please know I am here if any of you want to talk, cry, or reminisce. Sending you all love!
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Courtney Anderson posted a condolence
Friday, May 31, 2019
I’m very saddened to hear the loss of an AMAZING woman, she will be missed by so many, she touched so many lives, she will never be forgotten! My thoughts and prayers are with her friends and family in this tough time
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Grace Stripp-Taylor posted a condolence
Friday, May 31, 2019
I’m so sorry for your loss. Mrs. Bruce was a wonderful person and an excellent teacher who will never be forgotten.
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Brian & Donna Engle posted a condolence
Friday, May 31, 2019
Our thoughts and prayers are with Io’s family. We are so shocked and saddened by the loss of such an amazing woman, who did so much for her “kids” and the community, she will be deeply missed by many. Hold onto your wonderful memories, lucky for us, we have a lot❤️❤️
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Carol and Jac Countryman posted a condolence
Friday, May 31, 2019
Matt and family we are so sorry for your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers at this most difficult time.
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Melissa Smith posted a condolence
Friday, May 31, 2019
Sorry for your loss. She was a great and inspirational women, teacher, mother, daughter & wife. She will be greatly missed.
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Wanda Ross posted a condolence
Friday, May 31, 2019
My heart goes out to you & your family, Matt...also to Christine & her family are in my prayers. Io's light may be out here on earth, but it's burning brightly in heaven!
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Amanda Planty posted a condolence
Friday, May 31, 2019
I'm so sorry for your guys loss.. Mrs. Bruce was a Wonderful person and very kind she is a great teacher... R.I.P Mrs. Bruce Fly High Our Beautiful Angel
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Dan & Wendy Davis posted a condolence
Friday, May 31, 2019
"Matt and family,
Words are not adequate at a time like this. Our hearts are with you. "
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donna keck posted a condolence
Friday, May 31, 2019
Don Carpenter Sr and Donna Keck wish to express our sincere condolences to the entire Bruce family. May all the wonderful memories help at this very sad time and bring you peace
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Lynn & Larry Crandall posted a condolence
Friday, May 31, 2019
So sorry to hear of Io's passing. May the family and community find some strength and peace in all the stories and memories of this amazing lady! Taken too soon! She will be missed by many!
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Georgia R. McEnaney posted a condolence
Friday, May 31, 2019
I'm so sorry for your loss. Keeping you in my thoughts and prayers always!
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The Gussow Family posted a condolence
Friday, May 31, 2019
"Our deepest sympathy to you all during this extremely difficult time.
Io was an extraordinary woman who impacted countless lives. She lives on in the hearts of all who love her.
We are keeping your entire family in our hearts. She was taken far too soon."
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Susanne Bruno Scroggins & Dave posted a condolence
Friday, May 31, 2019
"Matthew, Christian, Cassondra & families:
Io was an Angel on earth, which is shown by so many students she helped that loved her. The school, kids and our community has lost a beautiful soul. There are no words to express the sympathy. You are all in our prayers! God bless and be with you."
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Andrea posted a condolence
Friday, May 31, 2019
"Prayers to the entire Bruce family at such a difficult time. Her legacy will always live in the hearts of the entire community. Loved by all who were lucky enough to to know her, may you find comfort in this unimaginable time.
Love,
The Bederians"
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Jennifer Hannay posted a condolence
Friday, May 31, 2019
"I am deeply saddened over the loss of such an amazing person. She was such an influential teacher and mentor for her students, me included. She has touched so many and I know her school and community are all hurting as well as her family.
We will miss you!"
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Arline Ackley posted a condolence
Friday, May 31, 2019
"Matt and family,
Sorry for your loss. I knew Io when she first came to Warrensburg. She was a wonderful person. She will be missed by everyone. God Bless"
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Anu Sheth posted a condolence
Friday, May 31, 2019
"I'm so sorry for your loss. My deepest sympathies.
May her memory continue to be a blessing always."
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Emme Scheible posted a condolence
Friday, May 31, 2019
My heartfelt condolences and deepest sympathies for the loss of an amazing woman!! I have always thought of Io as one of the brightest lights that shined in everyone she met... and I will continue to think of her that way. Best thoughts and wishes for you during this time.
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Lenore Simpson posted a condolence
Friday, May 31, 2019
"Io you were my student and then my colleague. You had such an angelic voice. I'm sure you're singing with God's Angels and enjoying every minute!
You were an amazing teacher, showing much love and compassion for your students. You went above and beyond in your dedication to your role as teacher. Then there was your wonderful family, with you as a wonderful wife and mother!
May your family remember all the wonderful times together and be blessed in the knowledge that you loved them. May the Lord wrap his love around you and hold you in the palm of His hand."
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Baylee smith posted a condolence
Friday, May 31, 2019
My deepest sympathy goes out to the Bruce family, she will be remembered in so many ways and dearly missed. My thoughts are with you all ❤️
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