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STEPHEN BRUNING Obituary

BRUNING, Stephen "Bruno" Of Abington, formerly of Randolph, June 11, 2012, after a period of failing health. Loving father of Nicole Bruning and Stephen Bruning both of Abington. Dear Papa of Marissa Flynn of Abington. Devoted brother of Donna Voltolini and her husband John of Easton, Mary Bruning of Randolph, Kevin Bruning of Randolph, Nancy Bruning of Bathe, ME, Dennis Bruning and his wife Lisa of Abington, David Bruning of Randolph and Jennifer McDonald and her husband Sean of Randolph. Son of the late Donald and Joyce (Leary) Bruning. Also survived by many nieces and nephews. Stephen was born in Boston and raised in Randolph. He was a graduate of Randolph High School, Class of 1978. For the past 21 years Stephen was the President of Bruning International, a Freight Forwarding Company. Stephen was a member of the Abington K of C. In his free time, he enjoyed woodworking and was an avid football fan who played for the Randolph High School and the Randolph Oilers Football Team's. Reposing at the Cartwright Funeral Home, 419 No. Main Street, (Rte 28) RANDOLPH until 9:15 AM on Friday followed by a Funeral Mass at 10:00 AM in St. Mary Church, Randolph. Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to attend. Visiting hours Thursday 4:00 - 8:00PM. Burial in St. Mary Cemetery, Randolph. Should friends desire, in lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to The Children's Fund, c/o www.childfund.org. or St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, 262 Danny Thomas Place, Memphis, TN 38105. Stephen will be greatly missed by all those who were blessed to have known him. For additional information, directions or to leave a sympathy message for the family visit www.cartwrightfuneral.com

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Published by Boston Globe from Jun. 12 to Jun. 13, 2012.

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Mike Courtney

March 25, 2013

Our family grew up with the Bruning's in Randolph, wonderful people and family,Stephen and his brothers and sisters, we're saddened to hear this and extend the entire Bruning family our thoughts and prayers - Mike Courtney

Ellen Ruth

March 18, 2013

RIP~<3.....HEARD YOU ARE A GREAT DADDY!!!

Steve Silva

June 26, 2012

I was so saddened to hear of Stephen's passing. I had the pleasure to coach him at Randolph High and the Oilers. He always gave his all and I know will be missed by al who mknew him! Steve Silva

Terri Bidorini Statkus

June 22, 2012

To the entire Bruning family; I was so saddened to hear of Bruno's passing. Good people with the level of kindness and generosity that he displayed are far too rare in our world today. He will be missed. Please know that you are in my family's thoughts and prayers at this difficult time.

Michele Miller

June 20, 2012

Stephen's soul was the guiding light for so many around him.

Jack Moran

June 18, 2012

So sorry for your loss. Stephen was the rock for you all. Just know his sprit will live with all of you.

Karen Wood Fox

June 17, 2012

So sorry to hear of your loss. Any time you lose a family member a little of you dies but they you remember all the good times and you feel better.

Deb Wood

June 17, 2012

To the Bruning family,
What a sad and terrible loss. I have fond memories of all of you, and Stephen was a great guy. May your memories of him always be sweet.

Michele Michele

June 16, 2012

Tor the Bruning family,
With a heavy heart, my deepest condolences go to all of you. I don't think I knew a more loving & caring soul. I'll miss you always & forever. Please give Raymo a big kiss for me!

June 15, 2012

My sincere condolences to the family. It is hard to lose someone close to us.
But please know that God does not forget our loved ones or us as we have to cope with this loss. We are encouraged to throw all our anxieties upon him because he cares for you".
1 Pet 5:7)

Steve Charter

June 15, 2012

Great people you never forget. Stephen was one of the kids in the neighborhood I always looked up to. My condolences to the Bruning family.

Barry Nathanson

June 14, 2012

I worked along side Steve, Dennis and their father for many years whenh I was starting in the Forwarding business. He taught me many aspect of the business. My prayers go out to his family.

Barry Nathanson

Tracy Bogan

June 14, 2012

To the Bruning Family,
Stephen was a wonderful, caring and a big teddy bear, I am sorry for your loss. May he now rest in peace and be out of pain.

Calandra Glover

June 13, 2012

My deepest condolences to the Bruning Family. My heart so saddened by the news of Stephen passing. Trust me when I say I share in your grief. It's been an honor and pleasure knowing and working with Stephen over the years. Stephen was such a humble, giving and loving person who shows me so much love and treated me like family. Please know how much Stephen will be missed. R.I.P my friend I will be thinking of you and the rest of the family. Sending lots of love.

Robert "Bobby" Cayford

June 13, 2012

Our deepest condolences to the Bruning family, our heart goes out to all of you, we will miss Steve very much he was a true friend of ours. Let the Lord be with you and guide you through this time of sorrow. All our love and sympathy the Cayford family.

Maureen Glaskin

June 13, 2012

I'm so sorry for your incredible loss. Bruno was a great man and always helped anyone that needed it. We always had so much fun in the neighborhood and Bruno was right in the middle of it. He was the most loving man I know. Please accept my condolences. With love,

Dotty Doyle George

June 13, 2012

May u forever rest in peace Stephen. My condolences to the entire Bruning Family.

Marilyn Macrae

June 13, 2012

Bruning family so sorry for your loss.

June 13, 2012

Dear Bruning Family,
Please accept my most heartfelt sympathy in the
loss of your brother. May happy memories and love prevail.
Sincerely,
Hope (Milch) & Ed Corbett and Families

Patty Barron-Callahan

June 13, 2012

I am so sorry to hear about Steve's passing. He was one of the sweetest guys I knew. He had a great sense of humor with a very generous heart. He could always make you laugh. Today I have a heavy heart. RIP Bruno you will be truly missed

June 13, 2012

Bruning Family
So very sorry to hear of the loss of steve i just saw him he was laughing and joking on his way to foxwood we also talked about cooking a lamb dinner i hope you have many lamb dinners safe journey steven
love Annmarie Rowell

Bob Anderson

June 13, 2012

Very sorry to hear about Steve- in years of working together with his company, I do not think Steve knew the meaning of the word "impossible"- he always gave 100% to solve even the toughest problems, and it was a pleasure to work with him

June 13, 2012

Stevie, Dennis, Kevin and Michael, It's with sadness in my heart that I express my deepest condolences to the entire Bruning family and friends on the passing of Steve Sr. There was not a man that I admired, loved or appreciated more than my friend and associate Steve. Celebrate his life by living your's with the honor and spirit for which he lived his. On behalf of all of his friends and associates at MIT Lincoln Laboratory, please know that he touched each and every one of us. May he rest in peace with his mom and dad in God's loving hands.

Sincerely, Neil Julian and your friends at MIT Lincoln Laboratory

June 13, 2012

Dennis,

I'm so sorry to hear about the loss of your brother. He was a good man so I'm sure he is in a very good place. May God be with you and your family at such a difficult time.

Jerry Dooner

Nancy & Jack

June 13, 2012

Bruning Family,
May your memories keep you smilimg.

Martignetti Family

June 13, 2012

Bruning Family,
You are all in our thoughts and prayers.

david kublin

June 13, 2012

To the Bruning Family,
My thoughts and prayers goes out to all.Very sorry to hear of your dear loss.David Kublin

PAT HENNESSEY

June 13, 2012

JEN,SORRY TO HEAR ABOUT THE PASSING OF YOUR BROTHER.

June 13, 2012

Dini and I were touched by the warmth of
Stephen's nature and the generosity he showed to all his friends. We're terribly saddened by this news and extend our profound sympathies to all of the Bruning family.
Charlie and Dini Burke

June 13, 2012

Our deepest, sincerest sympathy on your loss. Stephen was a terrific guy with a heart of gold. He made the world smile. May you cherish the good times and fond memories. Keeping you all in our thoughts and prayers. Darlene Rich and family

Joe

June 13, 2012

I am so sorry for your loss. I know that god will help you through these difficult times. Psalms 46:1

Mike Cambra

June 13, 2012

We are very sorry for your loss. Ann and I appreciate the time we had getting to know Steve. He was a good, caring friend.

David O'Brien

June 13, 2012

I was so sorry to hear about Steve My thoughts and prayers are with you. i haven't seen him in a while but have many fond memories of our high school years together. he was one tough son of a gun.

Nicole Bruning

June 13, 2012

Dad you are always gunna be right here in my heart you are my Best Friend and my Hero. You truely will be missed. I Love you so much. You never turned your back on me and showd me the meaning of unconditional love.You are now no longer suffering may you rest in peace.

Andy Cohen

June 12, 2012

To tbe Bruning family
Sorry to hear the news about Steve. I have many great memories about Steve and the Bruning gamily from my childhood and HS years.
My thoughts are with you.
Andy Cohen

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