Bruner, Gary Ray II 38, passed away on January 16, 2010. Born January 14, 1972 in Mesa AZ. A beloved son, brother, father and friend, Gary is survived by mother Louann Rhoad (Chris), father Gary Bruner Sr (Suzanne), brother Eric and children Keegan and Kassandra (mother-Larissa) and Sophia (mother-Franceen). Private services will held and burial will be at the National Memorial Cemetery of AZ in honor of Gary's previous military service. The family would like to thank the staff at Banner Desert Medical Center and the Donor Network of AZ for their support during this difficult time. In lieu of flowers, donations to Donor Network of Arizona, Education Fund, 201 W Coolidge, Phoenix AZ 85013 or online at www.dnaz.org are requested. Published in The Arizona Republic on January 22, 2010