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NANCY BRUCKNER Obituary
BRUCKNER NANCY V. BRUCKNER, M.D. Nancy V. Bruckner, M.D., of McLean, VA, died November 19, 2012 after more than a decade-long battle with breast cancer. She was 61. Dr. Bruckner was raised in Plainfield, NJ, the daughter of Isaiah Von, a chemist, and Bernice Von, both now deceased. In their later years Dr. Bruckner's parents resided in McLean, VA. Dr. Bruckner attended public school and graduated cum laude from the University of Pennsylvania in 1972. She attended medical school at George Washington University in Washington, DC, from which she earned a Doctorate of Medicine in 1976. She began a residency in Internal Medicine at the Washington Hospital Center in Washington, DC and after two years changed her focus to Dermatology, completing a three year residency at the George Washington University in 1981. She was a member of the Washington, DC Dermatologic Society. Dr. Bruckner practiced dermatology in McLean, VA for 27 years before retiring for illness. She was awarded the "Top Doctor" accolade by Washingtonian Magazine multiple times. She had a large loyal practice and was lauded for her compassion and for her diagnostic acumen. Dr. Bruckner was married to Steven M. Bruckner in 1973. This year marked 40 wonderful years together. They have one daughter, Jessica, who resides in Bend, OR. Late in life Dr. Bruckner discovered a talent for oil painting, specializing in portraiture. Other than her husband, Steve and daughter, Jessica, Dr. Bruckner is survived by her brother, Richard Von, his wife, Diana, and their son, Vincent, who live in Avondale, PA. She is also survived by her aunt, Myra Brickman and uncle, Louis Brickman of Albany, NY and by three cousins and their families: Susan Brickman of Reston, VA, David Brickman of Rochester, NY, and Judy Lasher of Selkirk ,NY. A memorial service will be held on Sunday, December 16, 2pm at The Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Fairfax (www/uucf.org), 2709 Hunter Mill Rd / Oakton, VA 22124. It is suggested that in lieu of flowers contributions be made to the Capital Caring Hospice (www.capitalcaring.org).
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Memories and Condolences
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Mary Rock
November 29, 2022
I miss Nancy. I miss her friendship, honesty and humor. I think of her often and can't help wishing she were still her with us.
Irene .
July 27, 2020
Our family will always remember you in our hearts for your caring and kindness as a physician.
Gail Bejarano
November 26, 2019
I often think of Nancy, good neighbor, great diagnostician and just plain, fine person. Steve, I hope that occasionally a memory brings a smile to your heart and to Jessicas. Warm wishes for your health and contentment. We have occasional foxes in our Reston neighborhood and they make me think of you and your birdfeeder
Gail Bejarano
December 5, 2012
Dear Steve and Jessica, May the good memories sustain you in your sadness. I think of a gentle smile and a wry sense of humor. She was so good with my boys. Much love, from your old neighbors, Ray and Gail
Esther Williams
December 5, 2012
Dr Nancy Bruckner changed my life when I first saw her in 1985, and I will forever be grateful to her for her compassionate care. I can't look at a stuffed animal without thinking of her, as she always gave me one to hold as she was treating me. I have, and will continue, to miss her for the rest of my life. May we meet again someday!
Judy Lasher
December 4, 2012
Although it's difficult today to see beyond your sorrow, hopefully Nancy's memory will help comfort you tomorrow. She was an amazingly tender, generous, caring and gentle soul.
Kristina Caplin
December 3, 2012
Dear, dear friend and side kick. I miss you passion, your kindness, your caring presence - now and always! Fare well, Kristina
peggy sanders
December 3, 2012
THERE ARE NO WORDS,NOT ENOUGH ROOM,TIME,SPACE FOR THIS PATIENT SINCE WASH HOSP CENTER BASEMENT,TO SAY THE HURT@GRIEF I FEEL DEEP INSIDE WITH YOU TRANSITIONED TO GIVE THE MASTER A LITTLE HELP WITH THE BETTERBEST IN HEAVEN.YOU WERE THERE FOR ME FROM DAY ONE,UNTIL THE LAST TIME I SAW YOU AND WE TALKED ABOUT FLORIDA.WHEN. WE WALKED OUT AND YOU SAID THIS IS MY OLDEST PATIENT NOT IN AGE BUT YEARS OF COMING TO ME,YOU ASKED WHO.GOT LOVELY YELLOW ROSES,THEY LOOKED AT YOU WHEN I SAID HAPPY 30yrs.THE LOOK ON YOUR FACE OF SURPRISE@THANK YOU WAS GREAT.DR.BRUCKNER WHAT AM I GOING TO DO WITHOUT YOU?OH MY GOODNESS YOU WERE AN ANGEL WHO JUST FIXED EVERYTHING.WHAT AM I GOING TO DO WITHOUT YOU.NO ONE YET HAS TREATED. ME AS YOU TO INCLUDE TREATMENT.WHAT AM I GOING TO DO WITHOUT YOU?TAKE CARE OF THE ANGELDOCTORS UP THERE,WE NEEDED YOU DOWN HERE BUT THE MASTER KNEW BEST.THANK YOU FOR BEING THE VERY BEST DOCTOR BUT A BETTER HUMAN BEING FIRST.I AM ALWAYS GOING TO MISS YOU.THANK YOU
peggy sanders
December 3, 2012
WHAT AM I GOING TO DO WITHOUT YOU.I CAN'T COMPETE WITH THE MASTER.I WANT YOU BACK,DR.BRUCKNER,I NEED YOU BACK DR.BRUCKNER.ALL THOSE ANGELS OF DR's UP IN HEAVEN AND SENDS FOR THE BEST OF THE BETTERBEST.WHAT AM I TO DO?YOU TOOK CARE OF ME WHEN I JUST STARTED MY JOB,NO INSURANCE,LITTLE.CASH.YOU MADE MY SKIN BEAUTIFUL AGAIN,MY HAIR HEALTHY.YOU TOLD ME I NEEDED TO WEAR MY SUNSCREEN ALWAYS.YOU TOLD ME ABOUT THE VITILIGO FOUNDATION.YOUR COMPASSION,YOUR GENTLE WAY,SOFT CARING VOICE.ALWAYS ASKING ABOUT MY 6ft 7in TALL SON.JUST YOU,I WILL NEVER BELIEVE YOU ARE NO LONGER HERE BUT JUST AWAY WITH THE MASTER HELPING HIM@THOSE OTHER ANGELS AND WE WILL SEE YOU SOON EVEN IF JUST A DREAM.THANKKKKK YOUUUUU.REST IN HIS ARMS.WHAT A BEAUTIFUL PERSON.MAY SEND YOU SOME MORE YELLOW ROSES IN MARCH,33yrs. AS YOUR PATIENT.
Caroline Ferris
December 2, 2012
Dr. Nancy Bruckner was the most caring and compassionate physician I have ever known. She took time with her patients, she listened and she had a gentle wonderful way about her. The world has lost a good one... She is missed, but I know someday I will see her again...and she will have that liquid freeze in her hand!
December 2, 2012
Dr. Bruckner was a wonderful person who delighted all who knew her professionally and personally. She will be sorely missed. I still remember the time when she was getting ready to go to Hawaii, she was just as excited as any kid going to Disney World would be. It was nice to see that excitement. She was a sweet and warm woman who excelled at so much. The world will be a darker place without her. Our deepest sympathies at your loss. The Carter Family
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