Gregory Funeral Service | Gastonia, NC

Obituary For Bruce Hemphill

Bruce Scott Hemphill was born in Gastonia, North Carolina on January 13, 1964, to the late Henry Hemphill, Sr. and Margaret Thompson Hemphill Watson. He entered into eternal rest on Saturday, July16, 2022, at his home in Gastonia, North Carolina.

Bruce was a loving, caring, funny, brother and uncle and friend. He attended Gaston County Schools and graduated from Hunter Huss High School, Class of 1983. He was employed at Jackson's Cafeteria. He was a member of the St. Johns Missionary Baptist Church, Gastonia, North Carolina where he was a part of the Greeting Committee. His favorite saying was: “Won’t He Do It.” He was a faithful Red Skin Fan.

He is preceded in death by his parents John Henry Hemphill, Sr., and Margaret Thompson Hemphill Watson; two sisters: Margaret E. Hemphill and Pamela Hemphill and brother: Fred L Hemphill and Grandparents.

Precious memories shall forever be cherished by his family-brothers: William Thompson (Sallie) of Kings Mountain, North Carolina, John Henry Hemphill, Jr. of Gastonia, North Carolina, James Larry (Joann) of Gastonia, North Carolina, Billy Joe Hemphill (Mary) of Gastonia, North Carolina, Clyde Hemphill of Grover, North Carolina, Alfred Hemphill and companion (Sherry) of Gastonia, North Carolina; and Walter Anderson of York, SC; sister: Christie Pressley (Stevie) of Clover, South Carolina; sister-in-law: Katina Hemphill of Gastonia, North Carolina; aunts Alberta Neely and Ruth Hemphill both of Charlotte, North Carolina and a host of loving nieces, nephews, cousins, family and friends

Viewing the funeral home on Wednesday, July 20, 2022 from 4 until 7

Funeral: Thursday; July 21, 2022 at St. John Baptist Church, Gastonia at 12:30 with thirty minute visitation before the service

Interment: Armstrong Cemetery, Gastonia

Masks required at all services and funeral will be live on funeral home facebook page

Guest Book

Much love to Clyde and family. Bruce made Myrtle School community tolerable and I laugh from our teen days. See you on the other side and missing your Facebook posts. Rest up brother!

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My condolences to the Hemphill family. I am so sorry to hear of Bruce passing. I agree with what others have said, my family and I met him at Jackson's Cafeteria and he would always make you smile or laugh even, with some random off the wall joke. 😆 The last one I remembered is when he found out I was a Cowboy fan. He began to tell me that he had gotten married over the weekend, before my sister Kathy and I could congratulate him good. He said stop I am getting an annulment. But why we asked? Because I found out she was a cowboy fan and Cowboys and Indians are unequally yoke! God got me out of that mess! He'd say! Won't he do it! He had so much compassion for people. Bruce, The life you've lived blessed so many! I can hear God saying Well Done 🙌 Gayla Crocker Vernon crocker and Kathy Martin ♥️

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Sending condolences to the Bruce Hemphill Family. We loved laughing with Bruce at Jackson's Cafeteria. He always carried a smile and a laughter every time we gathered. He will truly be missed. Rest now our brother for you have earned your reward. The Hubert Grier Family

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So Sorry For Your Loss🙏 I met Bruce at Jackson Cafeteria and again when I move to Hudson Estate. He was such a nice guy always riding his lawnmower ready to work. He will truly be miss.

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My condolences and prayers to the Hemphill family. Bruce will truly be missed. Reflect on the joy and love he shared with everyone. Debra Crockett

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Bruce eating at Jackson's will never be the same. Your ability to make people laugh was truly a gift from God. May God be with your family. Cheryl F. Houser

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To the Hemphill Family, we send you our sincere condolences. Bruce was a long-time friend and he will truly be missed. We pray that God will continue to strengthen you and comfort you. We love you all dearly. God bless you. Darryl and Jarvette Thompson

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Tyrone and Lisa James

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Deacon John and the Hemphill Family, we are sorry for your loss, we loved Bruce and he was loved by many. He will surely be missed. We send you our deepest sympathy and condolences. You all are in our prayers. Love always Deacon Odell and Ida P. Lowery

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A life well-lived. May God's love and comfort be with you.Words cannot even begin to express our sorry. Forever remembered for missed.

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To the Hemphill Family so sorry to hear about the loss of our Bradford Heights friend (Bruce). God continue to keep the family in prayer and strengthen each of you in the days to come Lee and Margaret

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My thoughts and prayers are with the Hemphill family. May God bring you peace and comfort in the days to come. -De Yarda Darby

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Sending my deepest sympathy to the Family. Bruce and his beautiful life with definitely be missed . Much Love, Jacqueline Crawford Kendrick

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Rest easy my friend...Christina Lowery Thombs.

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My sincerest prayers and condolences to the Hemphill Family. I was so sorry and shocked to hear of Bruce's passing. Bruce Scott..as the folks in Bradford Heights Community called him was blessing to so many people. He would inspire with his words on FB. It won't be the same in the Heights without Bruce Scott. Father God please strengthen, comfort and heal broken hearts. Lord have MERCY on this family and may their precious memories of Bruce bring a smile to their face and joy to their hearts. RIH..Bruce..you will be greatly missed. Absent from the body and present with the Lord. Much love to the Hemphill Family from the Alice and The Armstrong Family..Bradford Heights Families..💜💜💜

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My Condolences and Prayers go out to the Hemphill Family knowing Bruce Scott was a great Gift from God.He would always brighten your day and he will forgive be part of The Bradford Heights Community Family he will surely be missed Rest Easy My Friend.

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To the Hemphill Family: May God give you all strength and comfort through this difficult time! Bruce will truly be missed. You all have been like family for so many years!! He was always a joy to have as a dear friend! My deepest condolences and prayers to you all!! Love, Lisa P Edwards ❤️

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It's Going To Be "Different" In The "Heights" And SJBMC Without Bruce! I Pray That He Really Knew How Much Of An Impact He Was In So Many People's Lives! He Always Had A Way Of Helping Those Who Were In Need! His Smile And Laughter Will Last Forever!I Believe The Most Serious Part Of Bruce Was His Love For His Family And Church! God Please Heal The Brokeness Of The Hearts Of Family And Friends! Yet, We As Friends Will Definitely Miss You As Well! God Bless Your Soul Bruce Scott, Sleep Well In Paradise With Your Family Who Waited For You! Now Wait Till We All Get Together With Our Heavenly Father One Day!🙏🏼💔😪❤️‍🩹😁 AMANDA ARMSTRONG

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My condolence to the Hemphill family. Bruce was truly one of a kind. He always had something funny to say that would just make my day. He will be missed. Hemphill family you are in my prayers. Sallie Phillips Woods

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Deepest Condolences from the Cook family. Bruce will truly be missed.

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Sending condolences and prayers to the Hemphill family. Bruce was always a helpful and hilarious person. He will be missed especially in the Bradford Heights community. He always reminded me of comedian Bernie Mac and always had something to say. Take your rest, Bruce. We will see you on the other side. Marcella McCaskill and family.

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Sending our condolences to the Hemphill family. Bruce will be missed by so many. We met him at Jackson's and always looked forward to seeing him and hearing all his funny stories. He kept us laughing throughout our whole meal every Sunday. He was such a blessing. He could make anybody smile. Our thoughts and prayers are with the family during this hard time. RIP Bruce. The Martin Family

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We really enjoyed Bruce very much. Met him at Jacksons cafeteria.We enjoyed his stories about little Billy and all the rest of his stories he told. It was a pleasure talking and cutting up with him sincerely yours Beverly A Coleman and Joe Coleman

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To the Hemphill Family - thank you for sharing Bruce with us. He always had a smile and a story. He made eating at Jackson's Cafeteria and Amber Jack's a joy. Rest on Brother Bruce. May God continue to be with Bruce's family. Otis and Veronica McElhaney

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Linda Barber Dawkins & Family ❤️

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May you rest in Heavenly peace Bruce you will be truly missed. My condolences to the family ❤️

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My Childhood Friend/Family, you will TRULY BE MISSED!! You always had a smile, made everybody laugh, and always put something encouraging on your FB page. Lord knows you will be MISSED by So Many!! Take Your Rest!!

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To the family of Mr. Bruce Hemphill my fiance' and I would go to Jackson's to eat and he and my Fiance' ALWAYS had a conversation about The Redskins and The Steelers and they would just laugh about it. He will truly be missed he was always so pleasant and friendly. Definitely sending prayers to the family. May these words comfort you. Much Love to you all, Dennis Dawkins and Cherry Adams

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Bruce you will be missed. I have enjoyed the time we spent at Duff Smorgasbord. You always had a smile on your face and always made people laugh. Rest in peace my friend. Valerie Friday

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The Davis and Erwin Family like to send our condolences to the Hemphill Family.

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May the Lord comfort the family. Bruce will be missed he could make the saddest person smile. Rest in peace.

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May God continue to strengthen,comfort, and give you peace. Love You, Vincent & Lynn

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Hemphill Family, May your memories of Bruce live forever within your hearts and bring comfort, peace and laughter. May God bless and keep you all in the days to come, Lisa Michelle Simpson.

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Our staff will continue to keep your family in our prayers. We thank you for allowing us to serve your family.

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