Berle "Hank" Bruner's Obituary
Berle H. “Hank” Bruner, age 73, of Eaton Township, passed away Friday January 23, 2026 at Ames Family Hospice, Westlake.
Born in Harlan, KY he resided in Eaton Township the past 50 years after moving from Brookville, Ohio.
Hank was a Millwright at Ford Motor Company, Avon Lake plant, retiring in 2006 after 33 years.
He enjoyed camping, riding motorcycles, boating, having built his own boat, fishing, wood carving, painting, but most of all spending time with his grandkids.
He is survived by his wife of 51 years, Diann (nee Bailey), daughters Amanda (Adam) Lott or Brock, TX, Molly Stout of Oberlin, daughter-in-law Desirae Bruner of Grafton, grandchildren Rylee and Carson Bruner, Voss and Harlow Dame, Zoey and Luke Stout.
He was preceded in death by his son Wesley January 23, 2024, and his parents Burl and June Bruner.
The family will receive friends Thursday January 29, 2026 from 10 AM until time of services at 11 AM at Bogner Family Funeral Home 36625 Center Ridge Road North Ridgeville. Rev. Bill Shomo will officiate. Burial will follow at Butternut Ridge Cemetery, Eaton Township.
Memorial contributions are suggested to www.pulmonaryfibrosis.org
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