James Brunk Obituary
James Clifford Brunk
James Clifford Brunk, 90, of Fort Pierce, FL passed away on September 16, 2025, at home surrounded by his family.
He was born in St. Cloud, FL, but lived in Fort Pierce, FL for over 70 years.
Mr. Brunk worked in maintenance for St. Andrew’s Private School for much of his life. He was a skilled mechanic and loved building things. James was a devoted husband, father and grandfather and was very family oriented. His family meant everything to him. His hobbies included drawing, hunting, operating his CB radio and he especially enjoyed sitting outside enjoying the fresh air and watching the cars go by.
Survivors include his wife of 67 years, Mary Brunk, of Fort Pierce, FL, daughters, Beth Coker (George) and Jeanne Moreno (Bob), both of Fort Pierce, FL, sister, Nancy Bateman, of Arizona, grandchildren, Jennifer Brunk, Levi Scarbrough (Ashley), David Martin and Lanie Pearce, great grandchildren, Cody Jolly (Abby), Braylin Tillman, Kayden Scarbrough and Eli; and great great grandchildren, Oakley and Colsen Jolly. He was preceded in death by his granddaughter, Jamie Lynn Busbin.
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