Mr. Robert J. Brunner Sr. Obituary - Visitation & Funeral Information

ROBERT J. BRUNNER, SR. Robert J. Brunner, Sr., Age 84 of Athens, N.Y. passed away unexpectedly after a brief illness at Columbia Memorial Hospital on Saturday, June 2nd, 2018. He was born September 17, 1933 on the Hudson-Athens Lighthouse. He was predeceased by his parents Emil and Mary Helen (Hira) also sister, Emily, and brothers Richard, John and Norman. Survived by wife Lynn J. Brunner, sons, Robert J. Brunner, Jr., and Brendan O. Brunner also by several nieces and nephews. He graduated from Coxsackie-Athens High School in 1951. After graduation he entered the Coast Guard and served as a radio operator. Returning to Athens he worked for over 30 years at Lafarge Cement Co. in Ravena, N.Y. He served his community first as a Village Trustee and then Mayor of the Village of Athens. He also served as a Town Councilperson and Supervisor of the Town of Athens. He was a life member of the Athens Fire Dept. and American Legion Post #187. Robert enjoyed singing and was a member of the Catskill Glee Club for over 50 years. In memory of Robert, donations can be sent to the Hudson-Athens Lighthouse, P.O.B. 145, Athens, N.Y., 12015 At Robert’s request no services will be held. Arrangements are under the direction of Richards Funeral Home, Athens, N.Y. Condolences may be made at www.richardsfuneralhomeinc.net.

Mr. Robert J. Brunner Sr.

September 17, 1933 - June 2, 2018