Alexander Bruner, 79

Alexander W. Bruner is now in the hands of God and released from the pains of this world after fighting a battle with Parkinson’s. Al was born in Wilson, Oklahoma, January 12, 1934, to Melinda Ellen (Powers) Bruner and Bennie Willie Bruner. Al gave eight years in the service to his country through the United States Air Force and Army Reserve. He lived much of his life in Stockton, California, until moving to Market Lake, Idaho, where he began his career with Idaho Fish and Game that spanned 28 years. When he retired from Fish and Game he embarked on a new business: St Maries Wild Rice. Upon selling St Maries Wild Rice Company, he retired to an adventure of careers including being a courier for local banks and Court Appointed Special Advocate (CASA). Al married Sharlyn Grace Gott January 19, 1954, and they had three children: Michael David Bruner; Steven Wayne Bruner and Julia Anne (Bruner) Knapp. He married Judith C. (McInturff) Bruner November 11, 1966, and they have one son, Bradley Alexander Bruner. He enjoyed numerous grandchildren and recently several great-grandchildren; many nieces and nephews who knew him as Uncle Al the kiddies pal. Placing of ashes will be held Sunday at 1:30 at Killarney Lake. A memorial luncheon will be held at 2:30 at the home of Doug and Darcy McInturff on Canary Creek (call 208.765.4843 for directions). All are welcome to come share memories and stories of Al’s life as he passed through yours. Please no flowers as Al would appreciate a memorial to go to North Idaho CASA at 816 Sherman Avenue, Coeur d’Alene, Idaho, 83815. Cards and messages may be sent to Judy Bruner & family at 3594 Cederblom Street #303, Coeur d’Alene, Idaho 83815. Please visit Al’s online memorial and sign his guestbook at www.yatesfuneralhomes.com