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Phillip Brunner Obituary
Phillip L. Brunner, 84, of Stockton, IL passed away Tuesday, April 10, 2018, surrounded by his family at FHN Memorial Hospital. He was born in Rural Stockton/Pleasant Valley Township on April 2, 1934, to the late Lloyd and Bessie (Althof) Brunner. Phillip was a 1951 graduate of Stockton High School. He married Mary Kay Bernhardt on June 1, 1961, in Ottawa, IL. Kay passed away June 30, 2008. Phillip was a proud veteran who served in the United States Army during the Korean Conflict. He was an active member of the Stockton VFW, Shannon American Legion and NRA. He farmed all his life on the home farm. Phillip served on the Pleasant Valley Township for many years as Supervisor and Road Commissioner. He was a loving father and grandfather who enjoyed spending time with his family. He is survived by special friend, Myrna Handel of Mt. Carroll; son, Mark (Kim) Brunner of Mt. Carroll; daughter, Jan (Scott) Langfield of Stockton; grandchildren, Drew (Bre) Trotter who serves in the United States Navy, Jacob Brunner, Kaylynn Brunner, Shawn (Megan) Langfield, Nick (Denise) Langfield who serves in the United States Army, Ashley (fiancé, Ryan Gadow) Langfield and Emily Langfield; his step great grandchildren, Damiano, Amir and Mason; sister, Mary (longtime family friend, Dayle) Nagel. He was preceded in death by his wife, Kay; parents, Lloyd and Bessie; brother, James Sr.; and brother-in-law, John Bernhardt.
Visitation will be from 3 to 6 p.m. Sunday, April 15, 2018, at Hermann Funeral Home in Stockton. Graveside service will be at 10:30 a.m. Monday, April 16, 2018, at Chapel Hill Memorial Gardens in Freeport, where Military rites will be performed by Stockton VFW and Shannon American Legion. In lieu of flowers, a memorial fund has been established. Condolences may be shared at www.hermannfuneralhome.com.
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Don Majors
April 24, 2018
Jan and Mark and families, so sorry to hear of Phillip's passing. He and Kay were true friends, and I will always miss them.
Brett, Carrie, Brooke Haug
April 16, 2018
Dear Jan, Mark and family: our sympathy to you on the passing of your father.
Gary and Penny Libberton
April 15, 2018
Dear Brunner Family, Sorry to hear of Phillip's passing. I remember him as a opinionated tough talking guy who was rough around the edges, but had a heart of gold that would help out anyone who needed help. I remember one time when my dad was recovering from surgery, he made sure our hay was made and in the barn in good shape, then went home to make his hay and it got rained on. The U.S. and the world could use more men like Phillip, I know he will be greatly missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Gary and Penny Libberton
April 14, 2018
Wayne and I want to express our sympathy for your family's loss. Our prayers and thoughts are with you and your families during this emotional time. Wayne so enjoyed his coffee mornings with Phillip.
Wayne and Shirley Lytle
Allen Althof
April 13, 2018
Phil was a great American and will be greatly missed. Prayers and blessings to his fine family.
Joe Placek
April 12, 2018
So sorry to hear the news of the passing of this American Icon and role model.
He will be greatly missed. Best next door neighbor you could ask for. Our Prayers are with Mark and his family. . Joe Placek -DTB
Sharon Sarles
April 11, 2018
I am so sorry for reading of Phil's passing. He was so active in the VFW and cared so much for other veterans. My thoughts and prayers are with his family.
April 11, 2018
Mark, Kim, & family, Am so sorry to hear of your loss, my prayers are with you at this time. Elizabeth Schupbach
Cheryl (Hand) Bourland
April 11, 2018
So sorry for your loss. He always had a nice word and time to visit.
Sue (Libberton) Mansfield
April 11, 2018
So sorry to hear this. Phillip was a good neighbor as we were growing up. Thoughts and prayers to Mark and Jan and their families.
Vicki & Carroll Curboy
April 11, 2018
Phillips family we are so sorry for your loss
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