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Richard Bruno Obituary

BOCA RATON, Fla. - Richard Alan Bruno, 59, died tragically January 12, 2010, during the earthquake in Haiti while volunteering with a group of students from Lynn University. Born November 10, 1950, in McKeesport, PA, to Albert and Laura Bruno, he graduated from Duke University and then the University of Pittsburgh Medical School. He joined the U.S. Foreign Service as a regional medical officer. His posts of service included Nigeria, Germany, South Africa, Washington, DC, Saudi Arabia and Florida. After retirement, Dr. Bruno joined the teaching staff of Lynn University.
 
Richard Bruno was preceded in death by his father, Albert, and his sister, Janet. He is survived by three daughters, Lauren, Kelly and Annamarie, as well as his mother Laura, and siblings Albert, Dennis, Bernadette and Susan. He was loved dearly and will be missed by all who knew him.
 
A Mass of Christian Burial will be held Friday, March 12, 2010, at 9:30 a.m. at St. Joan of Arc Catholic Church in Boca Raton, FL.
 
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to: Lynn University, Memo: Richard Bruno Memorial Fund and mailed to Lynn University, 3601 N. Military Trail, Boca Raton, FL 33431.
 
Kraeer Funeral Home
 
1353 North Federal Highway
 
Boca Raton, Florida 33432
 
(561) 395-1800

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Published by The State on Mar. 6, 2010.

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Barbara & Al Santos

May 6, 2010

Dear Bruno Family, We shared great times with Dr. Bruno and his family while posted at the US Embassy in Bonn, Germany, 1987 thru 1988. Dr. Bruno was admired for his constant smile and laughter. We miss him dearly, Al & Barbara Santos

Ana Membreno

March 12, 2010

Dear Dr.Bruno May You Rest in Peace.Thank you for being the greatest teacher ever. God Bless you and your family i will keep you and your family in my prayers.

Nancy Mayer

March 8, 2010

Dear Kelly and Family,
We are keeping your Dad, you, and your family in our thoughts and prayers. I know your hearts must be breaking. I imagine that God has a very special place for your Father.
Sending our love and prayers,
Mr. & Mrs. Mayer
Ashley and Daniel

Barbara Barry

March 8, 2010

Heartfelt condolence to the Bruno family. May your good memories help sustain you now and in the future. With support from all those at Lynn University.

Edward Perozich

March 7, 2010

To the Bruno Family:
I give you my condolences and prayers.
Ed Perozich and Family

Grant Kaska

March 7, 2010

I can vividly remember the two of us flipping for baseball cards in the St. Paulinus playground. May you rest in peace, Richard

Curtis K Fisher MD

March 7, 2010

Heartfelt condolences to the family and friends of Richard. Fond memories of the years at Scaife Hall. He must have had many giving years as a physician. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Gregory Brandyburg

March 6, 2010

I hope the God of love comfort you and your family.

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