BRUNER, Richard Lee – Age 48 of Hendersonville, TN passed away April 15, 2013. He is survived by 3 children, Kayliegh Bruner, Sierra Bruner, and Colton Bruner; sister, Felene Taylor; grandmother, Bertha Bruner; and Brenda Bruner, his wife of 22 years. Mr. Bruner was employed by Dollar General of Goodlettsville, TN and was a loving father, brother, and grandson. He will be greatly missed.
Richard Lee Bruner
Born on January 8, 1965
Departed on April 15, 2013 and resided in Hendersonville, TN
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April 18, 2013 12:00 am
There are so many fun, wonderful memories of the time Rich worked in Alpharetta for IHG. He truly was one of the smartest, kindest people I have known. My most sincere condolences to his family who he was ALWAYS so proud to talk about!
April 18, 2013 12:00 am
My deepest condolences for your family!!! Richard was a wonderful man…My god bless all of you!
April 18, 2013 12:00 am
We are so sorry for your loss. We both worked with Rich and there was no one finer than him. He will be greatly missed.
April 18, 2013 12:00 am
I am sending up prayers for comfort to Rich’s family and friends. He was an outstanding guy and will be missed by many.
April 18, 2013 12:00 am
My deepest condolences on the loss of Rich. He was an awesome guy that will be greatly missed.
April 18, 2013 12:00 am
Brother. You will be sorely missed. Thank you for being my mentor and a heck of a boss. I will cherish all the memories that my family and I have enjoyed with you.
April 18, 2013 12:00 am
The world has lost a great man. He was my boss, a mentor, and a great advocate of all that worked with him. I am sad for our loss, but rest assured he has been made whole and is in great company. You will be missed Rich, by all that had the pleasure of calling you friend. My deepest sympathies to your family and loved ones during this time.
April 18, 2013 12:00 am
To Richard’s beloved family,
I knew Richard for 8 years. He was a customer of ours here at Spacenet and we shared a common love which was motorcycles. We spoke often about one day riding together in the mountains of Tennessee. I have a group of friends who have been riding together in this area for over 25 years. I will be with them again the end of May riding around the mountains of East Tennesse. I will say a prayer for Richard and take some time to reflect on a wonderful human being who is no longer with us. May God comfort all of you during this difficult time.
Glenn Katz
CEO
Spacenet Inc.
April 18, 2013 12:00 am
There is not enough space to write all the kind and wonderful things Rich has done for DG, my team, and me personally. He was a great guy with a great smile but an even bigger heart. He will be greatly missed.
April 18, 2013 12:00 am
I worked for many years with Rich at IHG. He was extremely smart, and funny in a quiet way. But more than anything, he was someone you could go to for help anytime and he’d give it. My heart goes out to his family. I pray that God wraps his arms around you all and brings you comfort. Rich will truly be missed.
April 18, 2013 12:00 am
May you find peace and comfort in knowing that his loss is felt by all who knew and loved him.
April 18, 2013 12:00 am
I’ve known Rich since 1984. We served in the US Army together in Korea and I considered him my best friend and like a brother to me. It is truly a sadder world without Rich in it. I will cherish all the great memories and stories we had. My deepest condolences go out to all of Rich’s family and friends of which I know he had tons of. Brian
April 18, 2013 12:00 am
Words cannot express how sorry I am for your loss. I knew Richard when he worked for InterContinental Hotels in Atlanta, GA. He was an outstanding human being that was always willing to help others. He will be missed by all who were fortunate enough to have known him. May God bless and comfort all who are mourning his loss…
April 18, 2013 12:00 am
We lost a great person and friend that many aspire to be. You are missed by many and those that knew you best will never forget you. May God have mercy on your soul and continue to bless your family through times of sorrow.
April 18, 2013 12:00 am
Knowing Rich was available to provide leadership and advice made the job easy during these last four years plus. Wish I could have said this in person before he was gone, but thank you for everything Rich.
April 18, 2013 12:00 am
What can I say – just knowing Rich has meant so much to me. He has mentored me and always had my back when I needed his help! If I did not call him for a couple days – he would call me and say Karen – have not heard from you in a few days; how is everything going; do you need any help? Rich – I’m sure missing you this week –
April 19, 2013 12:00 am
Rich was great friend with a big smile and always a kind gesture. As busy as days can get, he always had time for you. He will be greatly missed. My thoughts and prayers go out to all of you during this difficult time.
April 19, 2013 12:00 am
I don’t even know where to start here, I have know Rich since the early days at OTI/MCI out in Redlands California then we moved here to Atlanta together to start a VSAT network for Holiday Inn IHG. I can remember some great times working on his jeep together and rolling it sideways down a mountain. Rich was a great mentor over the years and while we have not be in regular basis since moving to TN. We have talked about a bike ride in the future and I was really looking forward to getting back in touch with him. Truly a great guy and I know everyone he came in contact with will miss him. My deepest sympathy for his family, I know this is an extremely tough time for you but hopefully you can take comfort that Rich touched so many people’s lives in a great way thought-out his life. I will keep you and your family in our Prayers…
April 19, 2013 12:00 am
You would be hard pressed to find a better human being than Rich. He was not only my Manager but also a friend. He always had a smile on his face and was willing to help anyone. I appreciate the time I was able to spend with you even if it’s way too short. God bless you brother.
April 19, 2013 12:00 am
I did not know Rich as a personal friend but I did know him through Dollar General. He was always so nice to me and greeted me with my name as we passed in the building. He always had smile. I am very sad that he is not with us any longer. We will miss him.
April 19, 2013 12:00 am
My deepest condolences go to to Richard’s family and relatives. I know Richard from work, fitness and running and Motorcycles. Richard will be missed by many.
April 19, 2013 12:00 am
My sincere condolences to the family and pray to God to give the family strength at this time. Rich was a true professional and a joy to work with. He always had a positive attitude and was willing to help. I will truly miss working with an accomplished person as Rich.
April 19, 2013 12:00 am
I knew Rich when he first applied to come to Dollar General and worked with him as he carefully selected his team. It was always people first with Rich. He took time to listen and time to teach. If only we had more time with him still. My deepest sympathies to all who loved Rich, and there are many.
April 19, 2013 12:00 am
Rich was the true meaning of a leader and I�??m so grateful to have worked for him for the last five years. He had a servants heart and always a positive attitude. He made an impact in our lives that will always be cherished. I pray that God provides peace and comfort to his family and loved ones.
April 19, 2013 12:00 am
Richard was an exceptional person who was strongly respected by those of us who worked with him at DG. I always admired his professional and courteous manner when working with others. I’ll remember him most for introducing me to Pilates a couple of years ago as part of a workout regimen and proving to me that it was much harder than I thought. My prayers go out to his family and friends because he is a man who will be greatly missed by those who knew him.
April 19, 2013 12:00 am
So when tomorrow starts without you,
We will not think we’re far apart,
For every time we think of you,
Your right here in our hearts.
April 19, 2013 12:00 am
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April 20, 2013 12:00 am
So sorry for the Bruner family loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
April 22, 2013 12:00 am
May you find peace in knowing that Rich was a kind and caring soul that touched many lives here at Dollar General…including mine.
God bless those that loved him!
April 22, 2013 12:00 am
Rich was an outstanding individual, though I only knew him a short time, he was always smiling and very cooperative. My thoughts and prayers go out to his family. He was a pleasure to work with.
April 23, 2013 12:00 am
My thoughts and prayers are with the family at a time such as this. Rich was such a great business friend. I first got to know Rich at Holiday Inn and then when asked if I knew someone strong on technology by Bruce Ash at DG I thought of Rich right away. I always heard what a great addition Rich was to the DG team. Above all Rich was a wonderful man. We all have certainly lost a one-of-a-kind person but he has been asked to do more now. I will miss my conversations with Rich but he will never be forgotten in my heart.
April 25, 2013 12:00 am
My condolences to Rich’s family and close friends. It is especially hard to lose someone so young and full of life. Having worked with Rich for nearly eight years, I had admired his positive attitude, friendliness, balance and maturity. He was both a peer and an excellent role model. Rich will certainly be missed.
May 3, 2013 12:00 am
RIch Bruner…the most wonderful, beautiful person I’ve ever known, or ever will know. Thank you for loving me over the last 3 years. You brought me more love and happiness in such a short time than I have ever known. We made so many beautiful memories together. I thank God everyday for the time we were allowed together. Thank you also for loving my daughters, they loved you so much. I will carry your heart and smile, and our love with me always. I will always be in love with you. I miss you every second of every day.
Forever You….Forever Me
Your wife to be, Michele Daisy
May 29, 2013 12:00 am
i loved you more than anyone can know, you were my rock that i counted on for so long. im the only one left of this little family of ours. i wish you could of talk to me only i could know your true pain you were going through. i will always love you. even if im mad now. left behind! i will go on. little sis
May 31, 2013 12:00 am
to those i have left unto despair, the ones who loved without any care. my heart aches so from the pain i have caused, during the time i was so lost.
i cant take back my choices or words, t know my thoughts needed to to be heard.
the pain i have carried oh for so long, has now become only a song.
please forgive me all you i loved, for now im on the wings of a dove.
please think of me when your days go by ” not of hurt” but with wings i shall fly.
IM SORRY TO HURT YOU NOW ALL THAT IS GONE, JUST PLEASE TO THOSE I LOVED,
” YOU MUST CARRY ON”
FROM RICH TO FELENE, I KNEW SHE WOULD UNDERSTAND.
LOVE YOU BIG BROTHER ALWAYS.