Jack Anthony Bruno, 61, of Williamsburg, VA, passed away on June 2, 2019. He was preceded in death by his mother, Frances Joan Vaccaro and his father, Myron Anthony Bruno.Jack received his M.Ed. from the College of William & Mary. He also earned a BS in Systems Engineering from the U.S. Naval Academy in Annapolis, MD. Jack served in the U.S. Navy during Desert Storm and retired as a Lieutenant Commander. He was a member of St. Olaf Catholic Church, the American Legion, Cursillo, and the Jamestown/Yorktown Foundation. Jack enjoyed baseball, was a Eucharistic Minister, Sachristen, Liturgical Reader, a Cursillo Rector, Spiritual Director, and co-founded the American Legion Post 1776 baseball team. He was devoted to his family and friends.Jack is survived by his wife, Susan A. Bruno; son, Evan Anthony Bruno (Christina S. Black); stepsons, Jeffrey Gililland (Jennifer Gililland), Ryan Gililland (Cynthia Skala), Michael Gililland (Sarah Gililland); stepdaughter, Jennifer Marzana (Alejandro Marzana); grandchildren, Mateo Marzana, Anna Marzana, Bennett Gililland; brother, John J. Bruno (Cathy Bruno); sister, Rosa C. Bruno Beach (Timothy R. Beach); nieces and nephews, Ian A. Bruno, Christopher Beach (Tammy Beach), Adam Beach (Michelle Beach), Megan Gerbracht (Timothy Gerbracht); and great-nieces, Sophia Gerbracht and Leah Gerbracht.A visitation will be held from 5 PM to 7 PM on Wednesday, June 5 at St. Olaf Catholic Church, 104 Norge Ln, Williamsburg, VA where a memorial service will be held on Thursday, June 6 at 11 AM.In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to The ALS Association Gift Processing Center, PO Box 37022, Boone, IA 50037-0022. Online condolences may be offered at www.nelsenwilliamsburg.com.

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Published by Daily Press on Jun. 4, 2019.

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August 14, 2019

I was so saddened to hear of Jack's passing. We were friends at USNA. Your family is in my prayers.
Joanne (Cerasuolo) Fry
USNA 1982

Kristi Brooks

June 6, 2019

I know we didnt do much together but i will always remember camping out in his backyard when we were younger and taking us on a tour of the U.S.S. Biddle. First time ever seeing a Navy ship...let alone getting a tour! It was awesome! U will be missed dearly! Fly high and keep a watch out for all of us! Love you Jack!

ANNA SCHNECK-MALARA

June 6, 2019

SUSAN..
I'm sorry you're going through this difficult time, and I'm praying for peace for you and your family.
Please let me know if there is anything I can do...

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Lydia Mayo

June 5, 2019

Thinking of you during this difficult time.

Celeste and Bill Melzer

June 5, 2019

Dear Susan and Family:

So sorry about your beloved, Jack's passing. Such a lovable man and so young, and I know love lasts forever. Try to remember that in your heart is where Jack will live forevermore.

Loved Jack so much and sorry to have to let him go home and yet, he's got to be in a better place, now.

Love is forevermore,
Cousin Celeste and Bill Melzer
Regina and Genevieve.

June 5, 2019

So sorry to hear about your loss. You know that God and Jesus are in the best position to comfort us when we lose a loved one in death.

Suzanne Perl

June 4, 2019

I was so sad to receive the news of the passing of your husband, Susan. I had no idea he was dealing with such a difficult condition! Please accept my condolences.

Gregory Schneck

June 4, 2019

Jack and I met when he started volunteering at the Jamestown/Yorktown Foundation. We were two Navy vets navigating through troubled waters in our lives. He became my roommate/ shipmate and we weathered our storms together. He found Susan and I found my wife, Louise. I'll miss his wit, laughter and kindness. My thoughts and prayers are with Susan and all of his family.
Greg Schneck, USN, Ret.

Tony Heimer

June 4, 2019

My sincerest condolences. Jack & I spent 4 years together with the USNA Drum & Bugle Corps and, although we had not been in contact in many years, I have never met a finer individual. There was nothing Jack would not do for anyone, and my prayers go out to the family. Sincerely, Tony Heimer, USNA '79

June 4, 2019

I am so sorry to hear of Jack's passing. He was a good friend and classmate at Navy. RIP Sir. We have the watch.

Bill Meader

Carolyn Harrison

June 4, 2019

Dear Susan
We are so sorry. Please let us know if there is anything we can do.
Sincerely,
Carolyn and Dave Harrison and Family

Karen Peifer

June 4, 2019

I AM VERY SADDENED WITH THIS NEWS. JACK AND I HAD GREAT HOURS VOLUNTEERING AT JAMESTOWN. HE HAD A WONDRFUL SENSE OF HUMOR AND WAS VERY DEPENDABLE. GOD'S BLESSINGS TO THE FAMILY.

Elaine and Dave Cannon

June 4, 2019

Susan, I am so very sorry to hear about Jack's passing He was a great man, wonderful volunteer, and fantastic friend. He was smart, a hard worker, and someone who loved his family and his country. He will be missed by all who knew him. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and the entire family.

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