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Michael R. Bruner, 57, of Albany, GA passed away October 22, 2025 at his home. Michael was cremated and a Memorial Service will be held at at later date.
Michael was born on January 21, 1968 in Albany, GA to the late Ralph Roy and Margaret Stone Bruner. He was raised in Albany, graduated from Riverview Academy in 1986 and Albany Junior College. Michael was employed with Circuit City in Albany, Cato’s in Valdosta and Savannah before being employed with J.C. Penny in Albany. He was a member of Avalon Methodist Church where in the past he played the piano and organ. Michael enjoyed fishing and horseback riding.
Survivors include his siblings, Patricia (Ray) Lester of Sycamore, GA and Roy D. Bruner of Baker County, GA, his aunts and uncle, Joyce Ward and Shirley Bruner both of Albany, GA and Rick Stone of Leesburg, GA.
Those desiring may make memorials in memory of Michael to Avalon Methodist Church, 3018 Gillionville Road, Albany, GA, 31721.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
3206 Gillionville Road, Albany, GA 31721

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