Jan Gerber
Tuesday June 26, 2012 at
7:04 AM
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Bretzky Family
I was so saddened to hear of Tal's passing. I can only imagine how deep the hurt must be, but during this time I know you will rest in the arms of your Lord and Savior.
Tal was a light at Cedar Crest with a great wit to him. I know you will miss him greatly. My prayers are with each of you as you deal with this great loss in your own personal ways.
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Tammy and Cierra Bigler
Friday June 22, 2012 at
12:18 PM
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Krusniak Family
Thursday June 21, 2012 at
10:18 AM
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With our deepest sympathy and friendship.
Remembering you and your family in our thoughts and prayers.
Craig, Barb, Adam, Christopher and Greg Krusniak
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Launa Cook
Thursday June 21, 2012 at
8:40 AM
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Kelli and Bruce, my heart aches for you and your entire family. I am so sorry.
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Jason and Joy Pendell
Thursday June 21, 2012 at
8:16 AM
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We are so sorry to hear of Tal's passing. Know that you are in our thoughts and prayers. We are praying that God will provide His peace beyond our understanding.
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Thursday June 21, 2012 at
8:15 AM
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We are so sorry to hear of Tal's passing. Know that you are in our thoughts and prayers. We are praying for God to provide His peace beyond our understanding.
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Lisa Savage
Wednesday June 20, 2012 at
10:12 PM
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To the Bretzke family, I am so sorry for your loss. You and your family are in my prayers.
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Wednesday June 20, 2012 at
9:36 PM
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Teresa Sweet and family
Wednesday June 20, 2012 at
8:20 PM
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Dear Bretzke family, I am so sorry of the passing of Tal. He said good morning everyday at school Central Montcalm)with a big smile. He was a very nice student and will be missed by many. God bless you and your family as you go through the memories in the days of healing.
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Chuck, Anita, and Sammi Byxbe
Wednesday June 20, 2012 at
6:56 PM
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To the Bretzke family,
You are in our thoughts and prayers every minute of the day. Our hearts are hurting for you and the way too soon loss of Tal. He will be missed deeply. May you find comfort in knowing how many lives he has touched.
Chuck, Anita, and Sammi Byxbe
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Tonya Corinne Doty
Wednesday June 20, 2012 at
6:22 PM
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I am so sorry for your loss. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
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Jim Holland and Debbie Letts
Wednesday June 20, 2012 at
1:56 PM
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Silly us we put your name on our message, Sorry please see the message thats says Bruce Kelli and family, God BLess!
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Shannon Spencer Rivera
Wednesday June 20, 2012 at
1:35 PM
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My deepest and most heartfelt condolences. your family is in my prayers!
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Alison Barberi
Wednesday June 20, 2012 at
12:24 PM
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Our deepest sympathies to the Bretzke family and especially Grandma Pam. May your memories warm your hearts for years to come. Alison & Carl Barberi
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Larry DeGennaro
Wednesday June 20, 2012 at
10:14 AM
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Bruce, Kelli and family..My prayers and thoughts are with you at this difficult time, trust in God and know that he his taking care of Tal now..
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Bart and Amanda Bouman
Wednesday June 20, 2012 at
10:01 AM
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Dear Bruce, Kelli, Taylor, Savannah and Titus - We are so sorry for your loss. We are praying that you will know the Father's comfort. We love you guys.
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Jennifer and Chris Town
Tuesday June 19, 2012 at
11:59 PM
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Our hearts are breaking for your loss. Tal will be missed by so many. I always think of him when I see a vending machine. He was sunshine on a cloudy day. e We are praying for your family.
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Denise and Eric Shaw
Tuesday June 19, 2012 at
11:28 PM
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Dear Bruce, Kelli, Taylor, Savannah and Titus,
We are so saddened by the news of Tal. We are praying that God is pulling you close in His arms and giving you the comfort that only He can give. Please let us know if we can do anything. Hugs and prayers to you all!
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Kaitlyn Bignell
Tuesday June 19, 2012 at
10:56 PM
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I only knew Tal for a short time and we had only spoken a few words to one another. We shared our 3rd hour this last semester and we were talking about what we were going to do with our lives after high school. He was going to work at home with his family and its sad to see that he never got to have that chance... Prayers to the family. Rest in peace Tal, God knows you deserve it.
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Robin Dorey
Tuesday June 19, 2012 at
9:22 PM
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Bruce, Kelly and family , please know our thouhts and prayers are with you during this time. My kids knew Tal and I got to know him through the rocket football program he was a nice, respectful kid and we are very blessed to have known him~may god be with you and him. ~Robin,Colton and Shelby Dorey.
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Korsky Family
Tuesday June 19, 2012 at
6:29 PM
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My daughter is in Taylor's grade at Greenville and we know some friends of yours (Kati's mom Pam Jones is a close friend of mine). My folks live off Dickerson view. Our hearts are with you. You are and will be in our constant prayers. The Korsky's
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Ed and Brandy Enbody ( Dustin Enbody's dad)
Tuesday June 19, 2012 at
2:27 PM
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I wanted to tell you we are so sorry for your loss. Dustin has known your son since they were in elementary school. Again so sorry.
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The Nitengales
Tuesday June 19, 2012 at
2:15 PM
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Bruce, Kelly, Taylor, Savannah and Titus- We are deeply saddened at the homegoing of Tal way too early! Praying for your family during this time!!
Jeff, Michelle, John and Mary
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Terry and Cindy Holliday
Tuesday June 19, 2012 at
1:55 PM
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We heard the tragic news today. Our hearts break for you and your family. We are thinking of you and will continue to pray for comfort for you, as only HE can give. With sincerest sympathy.
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Deb Platko
Tuesday June 19, 2012 at
1:32 PM
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Dear Bretzke Family, You are all in my thoughts and prayers. Please know that so many are keeping you in their hearts and prayers. God bless all of you at this difficult time. Hugs!
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Barbara,Dale,Christen Yoakum & Lee Beaudry
Tuesday June 19, 2012 at
1:31 PM
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Our deepest heart felt condolences go out to you and your whole family.
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Rudy and Pam Wetherington
Tuesday June 19, 2012 at
1:30 PM
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Bruce, Kelly and Family. We are so very sorry for your loss. There are no words that can be said to help you with the pain you are dealing with right now. May god help you through the days ahead. If there is anything that we could possibly help you with please feel free to call. Again, so sorry for your loss.
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Jim Holland and Debbie Letts
Tuesday June 19, 2012 at
12:41 PM
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Bruce, Kelly and Family. We can not begin to imagine the horrific pain you are experiencing at loss of your dear son. Please accept our sincere concern and know that there are a ton of prayers coming your way from all those who know you and care. With Gods love and our friendship! Jim Holland and Debbie Letts
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Tom and Cathy Cornell
Tuesday June 19, 2012 at
11:02 AM
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Dear Bruce and Kelly and kids,
Our sympathies to all of you on Tal's passing. It seems so incredibly impossible that he is gone. We enjoyed talking with him about his sports. If there is any way we can help, we are just two doors down. Praying for you all.
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The Long's-Dawn,Randy,Brooke and Hunter
Tuesday June 19, 2012 at
12:06 AM
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Dear Bretzke Family, we are so deeply saddened to hear of the loss of Tal. I wish there were something we could do or say to ease your pain... Tal was like a brother to Brooke, as she has spent so much time at your house hanging out with Taylor. If there is anything we can do to help during this difficult time, please let us know. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
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Mary Ane & Mike Krum
Monday June 18, 2012 at
11:03 PM
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To the Bretzke family, please know that you are in our thoughts & prayers. Tal was always such a character with a great sense of humor. I have many good memories of him at school. Peace
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Dennis & Marilyn Giddings
Monday June 18, 2012 at
10:49 PM
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We extend our deepest condolences and sympathy for the sudden loss of Tel. May God carry you through this time of heartache and sadness as only He can.
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Sheri Crystal & Samantha Patrick
Monday June 18, 2012 at
8:38 PM
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We are never prepared
for the lose of a loved one,
but GOD is always prepared to help us through that loss.
May HIS presence begin the healing
in your heart and soul,
and may HIS love surround you
with the comfort
only HE can give.
Praying you will let GOD hold you and carry you through this storm.
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SUSAN GEORGE
Monday June 18, 2012 at
7:44 PM
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Dear Bretzke Family: Please accept my deepest condolences for the unexpected loss of your dear son (Bruce Talmage).My heart goes out to your entire family during this most difficult time.I hope that your entire family can draw comfort from the promises made to us us by Our Very Loving Creator Jehovah God.In John 5:28,29 & Rev 21:4,5 he promises to bring your dear son back to life in the resurrection right here on earth in the very near future and end all sickness,suffering and death forever.
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Kimo and Barb Kaaikala
Monday June 18, 2012 at
6:50 PM
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Our deepest condolences and sympathy to your entire family in the loss of Tal. May his accomplishments and the lives he touched in a positive way bring you comfort. We pray that God will surround you with His love and that you will feel Him with you during this time of intense pain. We will continue to pray for you.
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Mary Ellen Clery
Monday June 18, 2012 at
6:49 PM
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Dear Tal's family,
I am deeply sorry that Tal has died. He was a light in my teaching day. Tal talked of his love of football and his cars. He was brilliant with car knowledge and would share that with me. Oh, what a loss for all of us he touched. It is unusul that a new student adds such a positive flavor to our classes and brings gifts to share. Tal did this and I am so saddened by his leaving this earth.
My prayers are with you all. He loved his family and spoke of you in our class.
God bless him and your hurting hearts.
Mary Ellen Clery
Central Montcalm
Family Living Teacher
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Kimo and Barb Kaaikala
Monday June 18, 2012 at
6:46 PM
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Our deepest condolences and sympathy to your entire family in the loss of Tal. May his accomplishments and the knowledge that he touched many lives in a positive way give you comfort. We pray that God will surround you with His love and that you will feel Him with you during this painful time. You will continue to be in our prayers.
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Bruce Talmage Bretzke III, age 17, unexpectedly departed this world on Sunday, June 17, 2012 to be with his Father in Heaven. After a wonderful day with his family, he died peacefully in his sleep of unknown natural causes. "Tal" was born December 20, 1994 in Grand Rapids. He was a loved son, brother, grandson, nephew, cousin, and friend. His huge smile and generosity toward others, particularly those less fortunate, will be missed. He would have been a high school senior in the fall. Memories of his successes in athletic pursuits and outdoor activities will be cherished. He enjoyed hunting, watersports, quad riding, buying and selling things, and most of all, spending time with his family and friends. In life Tals kindness to others exemplified his personality, and in death his love for the Lord provides peace to those he leaves behind, especially his parents, Bruce T. Bretzke, Jr. and Kelli Michelle Bretzke.; sisters, Savannah and Taylor Bretzke; brother, Titus Maximus Bretzke; grandparents, Bruce Bretzke, Sr. and Pamela Bretzke; Angela Drake, and Douglas Bingham; aunts and uncles, Tammi and Todd Brown, Angela and Curt Finch, Ashlei Conn and fiancé Sean Brier, Stevie Bingham, and Andrea Bingham; cousins, Ashton, Alec, and Addison Brown, Tre and Alyssa Finch, and Ella Brier; and many, many friends. Funeral services will be held at 3:00 PM Thursday, June 21, 2012 at Calvary Baptist Church (12501 Montcalm Ave. NE, Greenville), with visitation from 1:00 to 3:00 PM prior to the funeral at church. Tal's pastor, the Rev. R. Mark Shaw, will serve as officiant. Memorial contributions may be given to the Lincoln Lake Baptist Camp(15113 Lincoln Lake Ave, Gowen, MI 49326)or to the Greenville Rocket Football program (227 S.Lafayette St. Greenville MI 48838). 
