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Carolyn Bruner Obituary
Carolyn was the wife of Don R. Bruner, Sr., for over 67 years. She was the daughter of the late Eva Mae Whitman and Broadus Whitman. Carolyn is survived by her children, Don R. Bruner, Jr., Bonnie B. Kyzer (Russell), and Mitchell W. Bruner (Miriam); siblings, Dianne Bollman (John), Shelby Burkett (Ray, deceased), and Bill Courtney; grandchildren, Merri Caroline Preusser (Jonathan), Alec Rucker (Jason), and Cyndal Sweet (Nate); and great-grandchild, Hayden Remi Preusser.
Carolyn was a graduate of Batesburg-Leesville High School in 1953. She graduated from South Carolina Baptist Hospital School of Nursing and passed the South Carolina Board of Nursing in 1957. Carolyn worked for years at the Baptist Hospital, before being a nurse for several doctors, with her final nursing employment with the Lexington County Health Department.
Carolyn retired many years ago to begin her "true calling" - raising a family.
At Carolyn's request, her body was donated to the University of South Carolina School of Medicine in Columbia, SC.
A memorial service will be held Saturday, March 8, 2025, at 11:00 AM at East Side Baptist Church in Batesburg-Leesville, SC.
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Laura George Alexander
March 30, 2025
So sorry to read about Aunt Carolyn´s passing. Love and peace to the family.
Alison Clark Davison
March 5, 2025
Many beautiful memories of spending time at the Bruner´s! Mrs.Bruner was a sweet caring woman and welcomed all. Like a second home to me. Peace, love and comfort to the whole family. Alison
Teresa Miller
March 5, 2025
Bonnie, Don, and Meatball, We are so sorry to hear about your Mom. We´ll always have our childhood memories. Love always, Jody & Teresa
Caroline
March 5, 2025
Ma you have Always loved and welcomed me in the family. From the sea captain trips, the beach trips, the outdoor cookouts and all the amazing family dinners for the holidays. I feel msg blessed to have so many amazing memories with you and I will dearly and greatly miss the hugs and smiles from my Ma-n-law :). Love you Ma!
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Dondee Harmon Lewis
March 5, 2025
Loved Ms Carolyn and all the Bruner family. Fond memories of growing up on Church St as a child and then all the way through HS & beyond! Love to you all with peace & comfort ! Dondee
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