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Paul Andrew Brunner, a resident of Darien, Connecticut for nearly 33 years, a beloved husband, father, and grandfather, passed away on Sunday, June 1st. He was 78 years old, born in Antwerp, Belgium but raised in Buenos Aires, Argentina. Mr. Brunner was the son of the late Ziegmund Brunner and Juliette Wisslitz Brunner. Paul received his bachelor's degree from University of Buenos Aires and his MBA from Syracuse University and was a licensed CPA. Paul started his career with Coopers & Lybrand before he started his rise to become President of Crouse Hinds Corp. Paul then went on to became President of ASEA Brown Boveri Inc. in 1981, and subsequently President and CEO of Spring Capital in 1986. Paul also served lengthy and distinguished tenures on the Boards of both Johnson Controls Corp., and Trex Company Inc.
Friends and family would often refer to Paul as a renaissance man. He spoke seven languages and was an avid cellist in his free time. Paul also enjoyed reading, snow skiing, cycling and spending time with his grandchildren. Friends and family will miss his generosity, consul and love of the fine arts.
Paul is survived by his wife Elizabeth of Darien, his daughter Pamela Lancaster, Pamela's husband Olin and grandchildren Olin IV (14) and Christopher (12). Paul is also survived by his son Daniel and Dan's wife Christine. Family will receive friends at the Edward Lawrence Funeral Home, 2119 Post Road, Darien CT on Thursday June 5 from 6pm-8pm. A memorial service will be held Friday at 2pm at the Tokeneke Beach Club, 4 Butlers Island Road, Darien CT with a repast to follow.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorial donations be sent to Darien EMS-Post 53, P.O. Box 2066, Darien, CT 06820.
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Sue Skerrett
June 11, 2014
Dan, I am deeply sorry for your loss. One of my best childhood memories was going on a field trip to the company where your Dad worked and learning about Robotics! I will pray for you and your family at this difficult time.
Best,
Susie Skerrett
June 9, 2014
My sincere condolences on your great loss. May you find peace and comfort during this sad time…Psalm 25:16,17
Fernando Alvarenga
June 6, 2014
In the brief time I knew Paul, he shared many a funny anecdote. We conversed sometimes in Spanish at others in English and he had a keen knowledge of cultures that made him seem so in touch with the realities of the world. He was a remarkable man. We shared a special conversation when I saw him last about his exploits on the various slopes of CO and NM. Someday I will visit Taos as per his recommendation. May God Bless.
Fernando Alvarenga
June 6, 2014
In the brief time I knew Paul, I listened to many a funny anecdote from him. We conversed sometimes in Spanish at others in English. Last time I spoke to him we shared a special conversation about his exploits on the various slopes in CO and NM. I will visit Taos in his honour one day in keeping with his recommendation. May bod bless!
Mariel Larrain
June 6, 2014
Elizabeth,we just heard the sad news.......our prayers are with your family and we will always remember the gentleman and the precious times we spent with you both.
Juan and Mariel Larrain( Miami,Fl)
Marion Henkel-Carter
June 4, 2014
My deepest sympathy to the Brunner Family. May God bless you all in this time of sorrow.
John Henkel
June 3, 2014
Sincerest condolences to a wonderful family.
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