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Gary J.  Brunette
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Gary J. Brunette

January 12, 1938 - March 29, 2017

Gary J. Brunette of Grand Ledge went to be with the Lord March 29, 2017 after a courageous battle with Parkinson’s Disease. Gary was born January 12, 1938 in Alpena, Michigan and was one of twelve children born to the late Russell and Lorina (Richard) Brunette. Gary graduated from Grand Ledge High School Class of 1956 and went on to serve his country in the United State Marine Corps. He was a Golden Gloves Boxer, an avid golfer and huge MSU fan. He also enjoyed reading God’s word and playing the guitar where his first performance was playing in the high school auditorium. Gary retired from Michigan State University as a print press operator. He is survived by children, Amy (Robert) Crawford, Karen (Timothy) Backus, Kelly (Dean) Austin, Gary Jr. (Alice) , Kristina (James) Vernon, Kevin (Amy) and Jodi (Cesar Guzman) Brunette; 20 grandchildren; 8 great grandchildren; siblings, Charles (JoAnne), Roger (Pauline), John (Linda), Mary Ann (Floyd) Reid, Danny (Mercedes) and Greg (Leona). Gary was preceded in death by wife, Dianne; siblings, Carol O’Boyle, Mary Lou, Kenneth, Richard and Donald Brunette. A funeral service will be held Thursday, April 6, 2017, 11 a.m. at the Holihan-Atkin-Barclay Funeral Home, Grand Ledge. Interment will follow at Oakwood Cemetery with military honors. Visitation will be Wednesday from 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. at the funeral home. Memorial contributions may be given to The National Parkinson Foundation, 1501 NW 9th Avenue/Bob Hope Road, Miami, Florida 33136 or Great Lakes Caring Hospice, 900 Cooper Street, Jackson, Michigan 49202.

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Gary J. Brunette of Grand Ledge went to be with the Lord March 29, 2017 after a courageous battle with Parkinson’s Disease. Gary was born January 12, 1938 in Alpena, Michigan and was one of twelve children born to the late Russell and... View Obituary & Service Information

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