Brian Keith "Bruno" Brunner Obituary (1967

Mr. Brian Keith "Bruno" Brunner, age 58 of Madison, Indiana, was born on June 21, 1967 the son of the late John Preston Brunner and Betty Jean Hambrick Brunner. Brian grew up on Olive Branch Road in the China Manville area, where he developed a strong work ethic and a love for the outdoors that stayed with him throughout his life. He dedicated 40 years of service to Bear's Furniture Gallery in Madison, where he began in delivery, advanced to furniture repair, and ultimately became an essential part of warehouse management and service operations. His skill, reliability, and kindness earned him the admiration of co-workers and countless customers over the decades. On September 9, 2015, while vacationing in beautiful Gatlinburg, Tennessee, Brian married the love of his life, Dorothy "Dottie" Hammack. For 25 wonderful years, they shared a bond defined by laughter, loyalty, and quiet companionship. Their faithful white Schnoodle, Bailey, was a constant presence by their side until his passing on March 17, 2025, at 17 years old. Together, the three enjoyed many trips to places such as Lake Monroe near Bloomington, where Brian indulged in his favorite pastime -- fishing. Known for his good humor and generosity, Brian enjoyed golfing, bowling, fishing, grilling especially smoking meat and playing adult softball in downtown Madison over the years. He had been a member of the Sons of the American Legion, reflecting his appreciation for community and service. Brian passed away on November 19, 2025, at 4:10 p.m., at his home after a courageous battle with pancreatic cancer. Please Click Here to View the Video Tribute. Please Click Here to View the Funeral Service Recording A LOVING FAMILY Brian will be missed by his loving wife: Dottie I. Brunner of Madison, Indiana; his brothers: Ken L. Brunner (Terri) of Madison, Indiana, Mike W. Brunner of Henderson, Kentucky, Jeff Stanton (Linda) of Charleston, South Carolina; his sisters-in-law: Carolyn "Dee" Strouse of Madison, Indiana, LaVergne Helton of Jeffersonville, Indiana; his brother-in-law, Charles "Wes" Hammack of Madison, Indiana; his aunt: Yulonda Martin (Danny); his uncle: Virgil Butch Brunner (Janet) of Burlington, Kentucky. He was preceded in death by his father: John Preston Brunner; his mother: Betty Jean Hambrick Brunner who passed away on November 8, 2002; his grandparents: Carrol L. Eggleston and Anna Eggleston; his brothers: John Lester Brunner, Robert Chris Brunner and Randy Stanton; his brothers-in-law: Danny Strouse and William Helton; his beloved dog Bailey who passed away on March 17, 2025. FUNERAL CEREMONY Funeral services will be conducted Sunday, November 23, 2025, at 3:00 p.m., by Barbara Bladen at the Morgan & Nay Funeral Centre, 325 Demaree Drive in Madison, Indiana. Interment will follow in the Springdale Cemetery, 600 West Fifth Street in downtown Madison, Indiana. VISITATION Friends may call Sunday from 1:00 p.m. until the time of service at the Morgan & Nay Funeral Centre, 325 Demaree Drive in Madison, Indiana. MEMORIAL EXPRESSIONS Memorial contributions may be made to the Jefferson County Animal Shelter. Cards are available at the Morgan & Nay Funeral Centres of Madison and Hanover. Online condolences, remembrances, and memorials can be left at www.morgan-nay.com Click Here To Place An Online Memorial Donation To send a flower arrangement in memory of Brian Keith "Bruno" Brunner, please click here to visit our sympathy store.