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John Brust Obituary
The son of the late Louis and Florence Boss Brust, he was born March 27, 1950 in Oceanside, N.Y.
Jack was a photographer most of his life in New Hyde Park, N.Y. and was later employed at the Recovery Center in Monticello prior to his illness.
He is survived by his wife, Tara Gaffney Brust at home; two sons, Travis of Williamsburg, Va. and Devin at home in White Lake; two daughters, Courtney and Kylie, at home; two brothers, Kenneth Brust and Janice McCann of Warrensburg, N.Y. and Bruce Brust and his wife, Sharon Brust of Florida; one sister, Joan Deters and her husband, Richard of Eatens Neck, Long Island, N.Y.; 22 nieces and nephews; 10 grand nieces and nephews; his dearest friends, Pokey and Roe Romano of Monticello; and his longtime companions, Shadow, Cruiser and Latte.
Visitation will be held on Wednesday, September 27, 2006 from 2–4 and 7–9 p.m. at the VanInwegen Kenny Funeral Home, 401 Broadway in Monticello.
Services will be held at 8 p.m. on Wednesday evening at the funeral home with the Rev. David Coon officiating.
Burial will be held privately.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to The Recovery Center of Sullivan County, 17 Hamilton Avenue, Monticello, NY 12701.
Arrangements are under the direction of VanInwegen-Kenny funeral Home of Monticello. For additional Information please visit www.kennyfuneralhome.com
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Memories and Condolences
for John Brust
John, Willy, Mary-Alice, & Family Bartley
October 10, 2006
We are sorry to here about your loss and if there is anything that we can do please give us a call
Your Boat Man
LINDA HENDRICKSON
September 27, 2006
DEAR TARA AND FAMILY,
I AM SO SORRY FOR ALL THAT YOU AND YOUR FAMILY HAVE BEEN THROUGH. WE ALL KNOW HE IS IN A WONDERFULL PLACE, MAY GOD BLESS YOU WITH STRENGHT AND PEACE.
Lee Karasik
September 26, 2006
To the entire Brust family:
When I heard the news I was shocked. No words can express how I feel. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. I will never forget Jack. "Kenny Rogers will forever live in our hearts".
Jillian McMichael
September 26, 2006
Tara, Travis, Devin, Courtney, & Kylie.....
When I found out on Sunday that I would never see Jacks smiling face again I was in shock. He was one of the sweetest men you could ever meet. I have never seen a time when he wasnt smiling and it always brought a smile to my face. I will always have wonderful memories of him and anytime I look at his pictures I will be thinking of him. He will be missed. Always remember he will be looking down and smiling at you. My sympathy and love are with you always.
Pete & Mary Schulz
September 26, 2006
Mary and I are very sorry for your loss. I was so excited to have another Long Island fireman join the White Lake Fire Co. with me when you first moved to White Lake. Mary always will remember the fun days she spent with him at the Recovery Center. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Shannon, Jay and Nessiah Meddaugh
September 26, 2006
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Rebecca & Gadi Bourla
September 26, 2006
We are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.
Liz Giumarra
September 26, 2006
Dear Tara and Family,
Will keep you and your family in our prayers.
Liz & Erin
Shaun and Jamie Brasington
September 26, 2006
We are so sorry for your loss. Jack was such a good person. Our thoughts and prayers are with the family.
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