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Samuel Brunk Obituary
He was preceded in death by his parents; brothers, George and Dan of Newport News; and a sister, Ida Mae Leatherman of Richmond.
He is survived by his loving and devoted wife of 63 years, Geneva Wenger Brunk; two sons, Robert Brunk (Joyce) of Williamsburg, and Lewis Brunk of Yorktown; a daughter, Joyce Walker (Roger) of Yorktown; a sister, Edith Barnes of Telford, Pa.; five grandchildren and five stepgrandchildren.
Being a poultry farmer, Sam started the Colony Market in Hilton and in 1959 opened Brunk Tile and Interiors in Newport News. A master craftsman, he built many homes in Newport News and Williamsburg and donated much of his time and skills in helping to found the Williamsburg Christian Retreat Center. Among his many talents he was an expert in making fine furniture.
A member of Warwick River Mennonite Church, Sam was a man of great faith and will be remembered for selflessly devoting his time and talents to helping others.
Visitation will be from 2 to 3 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 15, 2009, at Warwick River Mennonite Church with a funeral service to follow at 3 p.m. with Pastor John Dey officiating. Burial will be private.
The family wishes to express heartfelt gratitude to his compassionate caregivers, Mary, Sherry and Donette.
Please leave condolences at www.wjsmithandsonfh.com. Arrangements by W. J. Smith & Son Funeral Home. View and post condolences on our online guestbook at dailypress.com/guestbooks.
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Memories and Condolences
for Samuel Brunk
Milton & Betty Shenk
November 15, 2009
Geneva and family,
We have fond memories of Sammy. You all have lots of stories to remind you of how much he loved you all. God will hold you in the palm of His hand and He will give you comfort.
Rose Williamson
November 15, 2009
Geneva, I am so sorry to hear about Sammies passing. He was a wonderful man of God and one of the most giving men I have ever known. I have wonderful memories of him from the Retreat Center, and I will miss him dearly. Praying God will comfort you during this time. Much love, Rose and Warren Williamson
Dave Robinson
November 15, 2009
Mrs. Brunk, Bob, Louis & Joyce,
Please accept my heartfelt condolences for your loss. Take comfort in knowing that Sam is in God's hands now and is at peace. If there is anything I can do for any of you, please don't hesitate to call.
Carl and Kathy Brubaker
November 15, 2009
Geneva,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you today as you celebrate Sam's life. God is good and will give you the strength you need at this difficult time. With heart felt sympathy,
Lynn Showalter
November 15, 2009
Geneva and Family,
May you find strength and love in these times of loss. You have lost a great Man, Husband, Father and Grandfather. Our community has lost a shinning example of a truly gifted and resourceful man who gave so much to the further our Church related
Ministries. May you find comfort in knowing that he has been eternally healed and that we are praying for you all during this time.
In Christ, Lynn, Jeanette and Family
Steves Steak House From all of us at Steves
November 14, 2009
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Dave Moyer
November 14, 2009
I remmember Sam tiressly on his knees putting carpet on the floor of Powhatan Mennonite Church. Blessing and our prayers, Dave & Nancy Moyer
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