DECEMBER 27, 1931 – JUNE 12, 2020
George “Leon” Brunnemer, 88, died on June 12, 2020 at his home in Longmont, Colorado. Leon was born in Goodland Kansas on December 27, 1931, to George Brunnemer and Margaret Stephans.
He moved to Longmont at age seven and lived there for the rest of his life. After graduating from Longmont High in 1950, Leon served in the Colorado National Guard. Following his service, Leon worked for forty-two years at Golden Van lines as a truck and taxi driver, ultimately retiring as warehouse supervisor. Leon worked at Traffic Signal Control in retirement. Leon married Saibon “Marie” Stratton on July 6, 1985.
He is survived by Marie, his sons Kurtis and Kenneth Brunnemer, and Marie’s children, Tereasa Wemple, Kristie Kelley, Alan Irving, and Ron Irving. Leon was blessed with more than a dozen grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and great-great-grandchildren, including Crystalynn, Damian, Kody, Melissa, Corey, Jordan, Kayla, Tyler, and Brooke. Leon is also survived by his beloved dog, Brandi.
Leon enjoyed many friends. He could scarcely step out of his house without encountering an old friend, whether at his favorite local doughnut shop or on a vacation in Florida. Leon met many friends at American Legion Post 32; he was a proud member for forty-three years. He loved classic western movies, dogs, working in his shop, and Broncos football.
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DECEMBER 27, 1931 – JUNE 12, 2020
George “Leon” Brunnemer, 88, died on June 12, 2020 at his home in Longmont, Colorado. Leon was born in Goodland Kansas on December 27, 1931, to George Brunnemer and Margaret Stephans.
He moved to Longmont at age seven and lived there for the rest of his life. After graduating from Longmont High in 1950, Leon served in the Colorado National Guard. Following his service, Leon worked for forty-two years at Golden Van lines as a truck and taxi driver, ultimately retiring as warehouse supervisor. Leon worked at Traffic Signal Control in retirement. Leon married Saibon “Marie” Stratton on July 6, 1985.
He is survived by Marie, his sons Kurtis and Kenneth Brunnemer, and Marie’s children, Tereasa Wemple, Kristie Kelley, Alan Irving, and Ron Irving. Leon was blessed with more than a dozen grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and great-great-grandchildren, including Crystalynn, Damian, Kody, Melissa, Corey, Jordan, Kayla, Tyler, and Brooke. Leon is also survived by his beloved dog, Brandi.
Leon enjoyed many friends. He could scarcely step out of his house without encountering an old friend, whether at his favorite local doughnut shop or on a vacation in Florida. Leon met many friends at American Legion Post 32; he was a proud member for forty-three years. He loved classic western movies, dogs, working in his shop, and Broncos football.
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