John Bruton
John was born on January 2nd, 1925 in
New York. He died from cancer at the age of 87 on February 2nd, 2012 in
Bradenton, FL. The funeral took place on February 6th, 2012 in
Bradenton, FL and was arranged by Mannasota Memorial Gardens.
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- Death Notes
- John Bruton, 87 died peacefully in his sleep on February 2, 2012 at Tidewell Hospice in Bradenton, Florida. Mr. Bruton was a veteran of WWII who saw action in the Pacific while serving aboard the USS South Dakota for which he received a Purple Heart and a Naval Unit Commendation. Following his service, he spent many years in the Merchant Marine, and then retired in 1984 from United Airlines. In retirement he enjoyed painting in oils, watercolors and sculpture. His oils and water colors in particular have been recognized in several Manatee County Fairs. He is survived by his loving wife Eunice to whom he was married for 64 years, son John Kenneth Bruton and daughter Karen Zale, three grandchildren and one great grandson. Graveside services with military honors will be held on Monday, February 6th at noon at Manasota Memorial Park and Funeral Home, 1221 53rd St., E., Bradenton, FL. Following the service the family will observe shiva at their Bradenton home. Memorials may be made to the Tidewell Hospice, 3355 26th St. W., Bradenton, Florida 34205-2322 or to Temple Beth El, 4200 32nd St. W., Bradenton, Florida 34205-2322.
John Bruton & Eunice Ruth Harris 
