Charles Brunner

1999 - 2017

Charles William Paul Brunner...son, brother, friend, and talented athlete...died on Wednesday, June 14, 2017 at his family home in Loveland, CO. He was 17 years old and a senior at Thompson Valley High School. Born on September 16, 1999 to Jeff and Teresa Brunner. Charlie was a stand-out athlete and always known for his hard work, leadership and positive attitude. His life was greatly impacted by his coaches and teammates; especially his best friends/brothers Joey Shaffer and Kanaan Turnbull. He loved sports. He enjoyed playing football, basketball, track and field, strength training and conditioning. He was recently crowned as the 4A State Champion in the 110-Meter Hurdles competition at the Colorado State Track Meet. Additionally, he was a devoted member and team captain of his high school football team. Charlie will always be remembered for his competitiveness, compassion, and being a loyal friend and teammate. Charlie was an engaging and social teenager who especially loved spending time with family and friends. He loved riding ATV's in the Roosevelt National Forest, spending time outdoors and playing his favorite PlayStation video games with his friends. Charlie is survived by his parents; his older sister, Leah; his younger sister, Ellie; his maternal grandparents, Rich and Kaye Korbin of Longmont, CO; and his paternal grandparents, Mel and Betty Brunner of Sterling, CO; and numerous Aunts, Uncles, and 10 cousins who admired him greatly. A viewing will be held at Viegut Funeral Home on June 17, 2017 between the hours of 12 p.m. and 3 p.m. Memorial services are scheduled for 2:00 p.m. at the Foundations Church in Loveland, CO on June 19, 2017 with a reception following services. All are welcome to attend and celebrate Charlie's life. In lieu of flowers, please make a donation to Alliance for Suicide Prevention of Larimer County or Suicide Prevention coalition of Colorado- Larimer County. Go to www.viegutfuneralhome.com for on-line condolences.