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In Honor

2/24/2020

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This was not how I expected this day to go. 

I woke up feeling a little down with the news. I learned that my grandmother, the woman who helped start me on this path was nearing the end of hers. Hospice care was called for and she was to have an in-home aid for her passing. 

This woman, who taught me so much, had been suffering from dementia for some time which had taken a sudden turn for the worse. 

Little did we know how sudden or worse. She died less than an hour ago.

You may ask why I am writing this...because I need to grieve in my own way.  I need to honor the woman who influenced me. 

Verlyn Bruns was not only an amazing teacher but an amazing human. She loved fiercely and would call you out should you need it. When my sister and I were young, she was the one who initially took us on stage. In her living room is a framed article of her repairing the grand drape at the Rochester Civic Theatre with my sister and I playing on stage. She never missed a show I was in. 

If you had met her, you would never forget her...nor would she let you. 

She taught my family how important it is to believe in yourself.  She taught me how to bake, and how to be a good host. 

Mostly, she taught me the importance of loving your family and friends. The circle you keep is what holds you up in this world. 

Like I said, this was not how I expected this day to go. Anna and I will be flying out to Minnesota to be with my family as soon as we can. I thank you all in advance for your love, support, and condolences. 

Grandma, I am going to honor you every day. Thank you for you love and strength.
9 Comments
Diane Walter
2/24/2020 06:03:38 pm

Much love to you and all. I am in awe and thanksgiving to grandma Bruns. She always treated me with reverence and greeted me with real exuberance. My gratitude to her and for her.

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Renee Olsen
2/24/2020 08:39:57 pm

Joseph, I'm so sorry to hear this, I know your Grandma was a very special person to both you and Amanda. My sincere sympathy, I know how painful it is to say goodbye to someone so special. Prayers for you all. <3

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Debbie Fuehrer link
2/24/2020 09:48:20 pm

Oh Joseph. How heartbreaking. I loved your grandmother as did anyone who met her in theatre. She was supportive and gave insightful, helpful comments. We all trusted her wisdom. Her light made us all better people, but her passing makes the world a darker place. Thankfully her family carries on her legacy.

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Laura Nordlund
2/24/2020 10:31:44 pm

Your grandma always a kind words to share and the best smile to greet everyone. She will be missed dearly as she influenced many greatly. I will lift your family up in my prayers. Hugs to all

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Marlys Ohnstad
2/24/2020 11:03:13 pm

Joseph & Anna, You are both in my thoughts and prayers. Your Grandmother was a wonderful woman and I am so thankful that I got to meet her and get to know her just a little bit. Have a safe trip back to MN and back to NY!

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The Thiss Family
2/24/2020 11:07:46 pm

Grieving with your family over the loss of your sweet grandmother Verlyn...so honored to have known her!

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Patty Arndt
2/25/2020 02:31:06 am

So sorry to hear about your grandmas passing. I will be keeping your family in my thoughts and prayers.

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Raquel Swanson
2/25/2020 10:46:25 am

Oh Joseph... This makes me so sad to read this. I met you working at the theater when you you would come in with your grandma, and we would spend hours talking, laughing, painting, etc. Your grandma was an amazing person and one of the dearest souls to be on earth with us. I am so sorry for the loss for your family. She is a loss to everyone who knew her, but her family was the most important, and she was so proud of all of you. May Verlyn's memory ALWAYS be for a blessing.

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Jeremiah Spencer
2/26/2020 02:02:30 pm

Hey Joseph my heart and prayers for you Amanda and Caiden. You three have all been part of my life and Verlyn was always there in various ways for all of you at games, plays, concerts, etc. She was the best hugger ever! Always kind in a “spunky don’t mess with me” kinda of way! Love her and May she be at peace now.

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