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Edward Bruner Obituary
Edward R. Bruner
Nov. 10, 1939 - Jan. 22, 2021
BLOOMINGTON - Edward R. Bruner, 81, of Bloomington, IL passed away peacefully at his home on January 22, 2021. He was born November 10, 1939 in Bloomington. He married his sweetheart, Sidney Sinclair on July 24, 1960 at the Second Presbyterian Church in Bloomington.
Edward was a family man, who loved the simple things in life, such as watching his birdfeeder and taking road trips. He worked at F.S. for fifteen years and was a Sales Manager at Prairie Farms until his retirement.
Edward is survived by his spouse; daughter, Heidi (Gregory) Hasty; son, Rick Bruner; brothers: Fred (Sandy) Bruner, Terrell (Debbie) Shelton, Mike (Jackie) Bruner; and sister, Marcia (Ralph) Irmler. He is preceded in death by his parents; son, Edward S. Bruner; and brother, Danny Bruner.
Cremation rites have been accorded at East Lawn Funeral Home. There are no services to be held, however in lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Carle BroMenn Hospice at Carle Hospice Center for Philanthropy, 611 W. Park, Urbana, IL 61801 or www.carle.org/giving.
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Jack Fike
January 20, 2024
Very nice to remember Sid.
jack fike
January 20, 2023
Gone but not forgotten.
jack lyle fike
January 20, 2022
Sid, I think of you and ed everyday.
Jan Miller
January 30, 2021
I worked with both Ed and Heidi at Prairie Farms back in the 80's. My name was Warburton at that time. I always thought so much of Ed, he was a wonderful man! Heidi and family, you have my sincerest condolences. I haven't seen Ed for many years, but he will indeed be missed!
Kathy Merrill
January 26, 2021
I am so sorry for your loss Sydney , and Fred, Danny, brothers and family. I was Kathy Charles, I lived next door growing up on West Front St. I met you Sydney in BHS!
You were a great couple ! Always will remember, although years ago. You all in my prayers and heart!
Glenn Weidig
January 26, 2021
Barb and I were saddened last night when Rick called with the news of his fathers passing. I was fortunate to work with Ed many years ago and although our lives took different paths I always considered Ed my friend. Sid, Heidi and Rick please accept my deepest sympathy, you are all in my prayers.
Glenn Weidig
January 26, 2021
Barb and I were saddened last night when Rick called with the news of his fathers passing. I was fortunate to work with Ed many years ago and although our lives took different paths, I always considered Ed my friend. Sid, Heidi and Rick please accept my deepest sympathy. You are all in my prayers.
Bill & Judy Owens
January 26, 2021
You have our sympathy.
Jack & Margie Fike
January 26, 2021
So very sorry Sid, thing of you.
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