1953
2017
Albert Clair Brunelli, 64, of Dogwood Road, Weedville, died peacefully Friday, Nov. 24, 2017 surrounded by his loving family at Christ the King Manor in DuBois where he was a resident.
He was born Aug. 21, 1953 in St. Marys, son of Albert R. Brunelli of Weedville and the late Jean Y. Brown of DuBois.
Albert was a graduate of DuBois Area High School, Class of 1972. For many years, he was employed at the Truck Stop of America in Brookville and the Bonanza in DuBois. Albert was not only an exceptional son but a great brother and uncle. He never complained about anything, always having a smile on his face and was easygoing. He lived a simple life, loved his family and enjoyed spending time at the family camp on Winslow Hill where he observed one of his favorite animals, elk. He also enjoyed playing bingo at the Bennetts Valley Senior Center where he was a member. Those who knew him absolutely loved him.
Albert is survived by his father, Albert R. Brunelli of Weedville; three sisters, Lana (Rawland) Cogan of Weedville, Melissa Brunelli Eckford of Kersey and Pamela Brunelli of St. Marys; one brother, Thomas Brown of DuBois; four nephews, Cody and Jess Cogan of Weedville, Mitchell Gennocro of California, Maryland and Dalton Gennocro of St. Marys; one niece, Adair Gennocro of West Palm Beach, Florida; his aunt, Diane (Joseph) Caliari of Weedville; and cousins Tanya (Ben) Witherson of Weedville and Jeffrey Caliari of Baltimore, Maryland.
He was preceded in death by his mother, Jean Y. Brown; stepfather Donald V. Brown; maternal grandparents Clair and Loretta Gallagher; and paternal grandparents Mary and Gaetano Brunelli.
A memorial service for Albert Clair Brunelli will be held Wednesday, Nov. 29 at 11 a.m. at the Benezette United Methodist Church and will be officiated by Pastor Missy Smith.
The family will be receiving friends at the church on Wednesday, Nov. 29 from 10 a.m. until the time of the service at 11 a.m.
Memorials, if desired, may be presented to the Bennetts Valley Senior Center, 149 Plum St., P.O Box 77, Weedville, Pa. 15868.
The family of Albert would like to extend special thanks to the staff at Christ the King Manor for their excellent care and overwhelming kindness.
The Baronick Funeral Home & Crematorium Inc., 211 S. Main St., DuBois, Pa. 15801 is in charge of arrangements.
Online condolences can be made to www.baronickfuneralhome.com.
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Sponsored by Baronick Funeral Home & Crematorium.
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My heart goes out to you for your deep loss you must be feeling for your beloved Albert. So sad to lose someone so loved and needed. May you find comfort in prayer and in one another. - (Jeremiah 29:12,13)
S.H
November 28, 2017
Thumbs up buddy ! I can only imagine when the Angels took you home towards heaven, you had a bird's-eye view of the Elk bedding down for a peaceful rest.
To all, who loved and cared so much for Albert, Rina and I offer our deepest condolences. You are in our hearts.
Love and Peace
Cousin Albert
November 27, 2017
Tanya and Ben WItherson
November 27, 2017
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