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Donny Bruner Donny Bruner, age 72, passes away Thursday, March 24, 2011, at his home in Dothan, Alabama. Born January 13, 1939, in Houston County, he was a 1957 graduate of Cottonwood High School. He was preceded in death by his parents, Willie Bruner and Leona Bruner, and his three brothers: Edwin Bruner (Cottonwood), Joel Bruner (Atlanta), and Bob Bruner (Dothan). Donny is survived by his loving wife, Faye, of 50 years; two sons, Brandi S. Bruner (Mary) of Dothan and Troy S. Bruner of Dothan; and three grandchildren: Christopher, Winter, and Braxton bruner, Ashlyn Cullifer, and Katlyn Paulson; one sister, Louisa Lee (Ray) of Dothan and two sister-in-laws, Bonnie Bryan (Dothan) and Mary Brunre (Atlanta); as well as many nieces and nephews. After graduation, Donny served in the Alabama Air National Guard and began working in retail. He continued working in Dothan with several finance companies until he opened up Bruner's Home Furnishings. Donny successfully ran his furniture business in Dothan for over thirty years until he retired. After retirement, Donny helped his son, Brandi, at American Transport. Donny was an active member of Calvary Baptist Church for over forty years and a devoted husband and father. He knew how to enjoy life and bring joy to others. Donny was always laughing and smiling and joking with anyone he came into contact with. He was an avid sports fan and loved to watch the Atlanta Braves and the Alabama Crimson Tide. His loving and upbeat personality will be greatly missed. A homecoming celebration will be held at 3:30 P.M. Saturday, March 26, 2011, at the Ward Wilson Funeral Home with Reverends Ed Wright and Curtis Rich officiating. Burial will follow in Gardens of Memory Cemetery with Ward Wilson Funeral Home directing. The family will be receiving friends at the funeral home from 2:30 to 3:30 P.M. Saturday, March 26, 2011, one hour prior to the service. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to Wiregrass Hospice, P.O. Drawer 2127, Dothan, AL 36302. Pallbearers will be Christopher Bruner, Mark Lee, Richard Schulman, Dewayne Kennedy, Justin Waller, and Andre DeTravlo. Honorary pallbearers will be the Friendship LCG Class of Calvary Baptist Church. Ward Wilson Memory Hill Funeral Home, Cemetery & Crematory, (334) 792-4194, is in charge of arrangements. Visit us at www.wardwilson.com. Sign the guest book at www.dothaneagle.com.

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Published by Dothan Eagle on Mar. 26, 2011.

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Annie Teipel

April 12, 2011

Dear Faye,
It was a pleasant surprise each time we saw the ‘Bruners’ in Slocomb. You and Donny always greeted us with big smiles and no hint of sadness, therefore, we had no idea he was sick. Both of you looked happy and healthy.

After reading the obituary I understand why. Donny knew he would have the sweet sleep the bible speaks of, and awake to a glorified body, with no more pain. Praise the Lord!

Jeremiah 31:25-26 (KJV) For I have satiated [satisfied] the weary soul, and I have replenished every sorrowful soul. Upon this I awaked, and beheld; and my sleep was sweet unto me.

One day we will see Donny again, and what a wonderful day that will be. In the meantime, let us know if there is anything we can do for you.

Annie [Grace] & Richard R. Teipel ~ Dothan, AL [Classmate]

Sharon Sellers (Dawkins)

March 29, 2011

Troy and family, I just heard about Donny. I am so sorry for your loss. Donny was a precious person and will be missed by many. I was honored to be a friend of his. Let me know if you need anything.

Vic Peel

March 28, 2011

My thoughts and prayers are with you all right now.

March 28, 2011

Donny was such a fine man and always a gentleman to everyone during our years at Cottonwood High School. You could certainly depend on him when there was a need. This type of man will surely be missed and my prayers and thoughts are with the family during this difficult time.

Sue Parker Sullivan, Tallahassee, FL

katrina medley

March 28, 2011

Faye, I have just heard about Donny. I am so sorry, I know how special he was. My thoughts and prayers are with ya'll, hold fast to the wonderful memories that he has left ya'll and know that he watches over ya'll with our heavenly father. I pray for the Lord to give each one of ya'll comfort, as only he can do.

Eddie Barrentine

March 27, 2011

Fay, we are sorry to hear of your loss. We loved Donny, and enjoyed fellowship with him at Calvary. We were out of town this weekend visiting our daughter and son-in-law in Hattiesburg, MS. We were unable to come to the services, but you were in our thoughts and prayers. May God bless you and keep you.
Eddie and Elaine Barrentine

March 27, 2011

We remember the days we were neighbors, always a smile on Donny's face and a joke. Our thoughts and prayers are with you Faye and family.

Tony and Anne Pelham

Benny and Charlotte Watford

March 26, 2011

Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you

Wanda Whitehead Dollar

March 26, 2011

We are so sorry for your loss. Our prayers and sympathies are with the family during this difficult time. I have a lot of good memories of Donny through the years. He was a really good man.

Fred Hall

March 26, 2011

Rest in Peace, my Dear Friend:
I will always remember our great times at Cottonwood High School. You were the best at whatever we did, a true and loyal friend to all and will be missed
by all who knew you. My prayer is that God will Bless and comfort your family
left behind. You are in His presence this morning and we will all meet again
one day. Goodbye, my friend.

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