In Memory of Joseph Edward Bruner

Joseph Edward Bruner, 87, of Radcliff, Kentucky passed away unexpectedly on Friday, August 19, 2022, at Baptist Health Hardin, Elizabethtown, Kentucky.

Joseph was a wonderful man that was loved, is missed, and will always be cherished. Our "Papaw" as he was called by his grandchildren and great-grandchildren, "Joe" as he was called by his friends, was an amazing brother, husband, father and grandfather, who lived a life well worth remembering.

Joe was best known for his vivacious personality, quick-witted humor, fierce determination, and generous spirit. Joe's antics were legendary and those who knew him have many stories to tell for sure. Joe was an avid motorcycle rider, riding with a cast of characters and with banter that followed, that would give a TV sitcom a run for their money. Joe loved to travel the world, would boat until no land was in sight, and fish the deepest holes, even without the right tackle. When Joe wasn't on his backhoe digging swimming pools in Marco Island, he was getting friends unstuck from the mud at Bad Luck Prairie or driving his dump truck to his grandson's school with donation dirt for a garden. Joe always enjoyed life, especially with his family and friends.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Ruby Bruner; son, James Preston Bruner, and daughter-in-law, Sandra Bruner.

Joseph is survived by four children, Joseph Bruner, II, Teresa Smeed, Eleanor Bruner, Clyde Bruner; one sister, Elnora Horton; and a host of grandchildren, great-grandchildren, extended family and friends.

A private graveside service was held at North Hardin Memorial Gardens, Radcliff, Kentucky.

Please join us in celebrating his life Sunday, September 25, 2022, from 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM, at the VFW Golden Gate Post, 800 Neffs Way, Naples, Florida, 34119.

In lieu of flowers, to honor Joseph's memory, take a close friend or relative out for coffee, lunch, dinner, or a beer, and SMILE - he will be with you.