Joseph M. “Joe” Brunson, age 74, of Baker, passed away Thursday, June 4, at his home. Joe was born on September 8, 1946 in Andalusia, Alabama to William D. Brunson, Sr & Neva Davis Brunson. He grew up in Falco and Escambia Farms before moving to Baker in 1961. In his words, he studied at the University of Hard Knocks, attending school in Escambia Farms and Baker. Joe is known as a longtime business owner and pillar of the Baker Community. He is a member of Our Lady of Victory Catholic Church in Crestview. Joe is also a Mason, Mt Ewell Lodge # 131 F. & A.M. He enjoyed spending time with his family, fishing, and after obtaining his pilot's license enjoyed flying.
He was preceded in death by a daughter Lynn Booker.
Survivors include his best friend and wife of 54 years Rochelle Brunson, a daughter Pam Dubose, a brother Sam Brunson, a nephew, who he treated as a son, Danny Brunson, 6 grandchildren, 5 great grandchildren & numerous other relative's, extended family and friends.A mass of resurrection will be held at Our Lady of Victory Catholic Church, 550 Adams Drive Crestview, Florida 32539 on Thursday, June 10, 2021 beginning at 11:00 a.m. with Father Roy Marien serving as celebrant. The family will receive friends Thursday June 10, 2021 from 10 – 11 am at Our Lady of Victory Catholic Church.
You may leave your condolences at www.brackneyfuneralservice.com
Brackney Funeral Service Crestview is entrusted with the arrangements.
Claudia Adams (Acquaintance)
June 6, 2021, 12:00 am
May the -peace of God comfort family and friends….Having grown up in and around Baker from 1925 I knew this family of which was a pillar of the community…..Family, remember God knows the feeling of having someone pass, His Son Jesus…He Can comfort at no one else can
Emanuel Simon Family (Longtime friend )
June 6, 2021, 12:00 am
Emanuel Simon and family would like to extend our deepest sympathy to you and your family during this time. Just know that our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this time.
Ronald Bell (Friend)
June 7, 2021, 12:00 am
I am so sorry to hear of Joe’s passing. All of the Family are in our prayers. If we can do anything to help the family we are here. Rochelle you are especially in our prayers. Ron and Jewel Bell
Ann Nowling (Friend)
June 8, 2021, 12:00 am
Sorry to hear of Joe’s passing. Rochelle you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. Ann (Lawson)and Jack Nowling
Larry & Gayle Blumberg (Friends)
June 8, 2021, 12:00 am
Such fond memories of great flying, great dinners and great parties, and Saturday coffee chats over the past many years. Our hearts and prayers are with you. We will miss you but you’ll always be in hearts. Very sad for our loss.
Larry Moore (Friend)
June 10, 2021, 12:00 am
Betty and I are so sorry for your loss. Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers. Joe will really be missed.
Peggy A Hardy (Friend)
June 10, 2021, 12:00 am
Rochelle I am so very sorry to hear this about Joe…I will be praying for you and all the family in this difficult time of loss. Joe was a wonderful man and will be missed by so many in the community. Known him almost all of my life… Peggy and Pete Hardy