Steven Henry Brunner's Obituary
Steven Henry Brunner of Abita Springs, LA passed away on Monday, June 22, 2020. He was born on August 2, 1951 in New Orleans, LA to the late Henry and Rosemary Antionette (Manale) Brunner.
Steven is survived by his beloved wife, Barbara Lynn (Wade) Brunner; his daughters Rochelle Brunner Williams (David), Carman Nichols Gillespie (Grant), and Kasi Nichols Lamarque; eight grandchildren Alexa Williams, Claire Williams, Jessica Lynn Planche, Gracelyn Anne Kelly, Emma Nichole Kelly, Brock Lamarque, Brady Lamarque, and Avery Villavaso; and one great-grandchild Henry Taylor Planche. He is also survived by his siblings John Brunner and Sarah Heintz.
Steven was raised in Arabi, and graduated from Chalmette High School in 1969. After graduation, he earned his Bachelor of Science in Engineering from the University of New Orleans in 1974. Steven then joined the United States Navy and served as a Naval Aviator from 1974 to 1982. After being honorably discharged from the Navy, he began his career with Schlumberger Oilfield Services. After his retirement in 2004, he enjoyed fishing at his camp with his childhood friends and family.
Relatives and friends are invited to attend the graveside services at Southeast Louisiana Veterans Cemetery, 34888 Grantham College Dr, Slidell, LA 70460 on Friday, June 26, 2020 at 10:00 AM. Due to COVID-19, masks and social distancing are required. Please sign the E.J. Fielding Funeral Home online Guest Book at www.ejfieldingfh.com.
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