James Thomas Bruhn

1934 - 2014

James Thomas Bruhn obituary, 1934-2014, Ozark, AL

BORN

1934

DIED

2014

FUNERAL HOME

Fuqua-Bankston Funeral Home

508 Faust Ave

Ozark, Alabama

James Bruhn Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Aug. 5, 2014.

James Thomas Bruhn of Ozark passed away Monday, August 4, 2014 at Southeast Alabama Medical Center in Dothan. He was 80 years of age.

Graveside services will be held at 11:00am on Friday, August 8, 2014 from Woodlawn Memory Gardens with full military honors and Reverend Matthew Wright officiating. Family and friends will assemble at Fuqua-Bankston Funeral Home on Friday at 10:30am before graveside services. Visitation will be held on Thursday, August 7 from 6:00pm until 8:00pm at the funeral home.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Wounded Warriors Project.

Mr. Bruhn was born April 15, 1934 in Bush, Colorado. He served with the United States Army until his retirement as a SSG, E-6 on August 31, 1973. During his service he was a Vietnam Veteran and also served in Korea. He was an avid motorcyclist, enjoyed wood working and storytelling. Mr. Bruhn worked with EMA as a Hamm Radio operator and was also a member of The Woodmen of the World.

He was preceded in death by his parents; his wife, Octavia Woodham Bruhn; his son, Steven James Bruhn; one sister and two brothers.

Mr. Bruhn is survived by his son, Michael Bruhn (Rhonda) of Ozark; his grandchildren, Adam Thomas Bruhn and Shelly Bruhn Garcia (Rogerio); his great-grandchildren, Maccie Ann Bruhn, Jonathan Bruhn Berry and Alexandria Garcia; also surviving are other family member, Lisa Watkins, Alexis Watkins, Marjorie Williams (Hawood) and his special love, Bertie Boyer.

Fuqua-Bankston Funeral Home in Ozark (334)774-4551 is in charge of the arrangements. Condolences may be offered at www.fuquabankston.com.

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August 8, 2014

Linda Nobles

Michael, Rhonda and family we loved Poppa Jim so much. Tiffany and I spoke with him on a regular basis. Tiffany and Robbie loved their Poppa Jim. We will surely miss him and know we will find him in Heaven. My husband and I respected Jim so much. Please accept our condolences.
Randy and Linda Nobles (Semmes, Al)

August 8, 2014

Mr Wizzard

Please find God's comfort during this emotional time and accept our sincere condolences on the loss of your most cherished. We will always remember that he served as a defender for freedom and our great country.
Mr Wizzard
Patriot Guard Riders

August 7, 2014

Cindy O'Bryant

To all the family and friends of Smokey, so sorry for your loss. We will all miss him.
Thoughts and Prayers,
Barry and Cindy O'Bryant

August 6, 2014

Pam Osborn

Mike, We are so sorry to hear about the passing of your dad, Wishing you peace and comfort. You and your family are in our thoughts.
Mark & Pam (and family)

August 6, 2014

Bob & Dianne Monk

Michael, You lost a GREAT Father and I lost a GOOD Friend Monday. We shared many good projects, public service endeavors with Amateur Radio and just rag chews about our Military service over the years- about 42 of them!

We will both miss him greatly and just know that Mine and Dianne's thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Bob & Dianne Monk
WA4GIU & KR4CX

August 6, 2014

Ray (Vern) Rodgers

So sorry to hear of his passing. I received much advice on riding from Mr. Bruhn. I sympathize with your loss. May God welcome him in His loving arms.

Ray (Vern) Rodgers

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