Arthur Bruns

Obituary for Arthur Bruns Arthur Bruns, 98, died January 26, 2012 at Visions of Home hospice east of Jerome, Idaho where he had resided since suffering a stroke early in August. Arthur was born December 1, 1913 in Pharr, Texas, the son of Johann and Sophie Behrman Bruns. He was baptized into the Christian faith on December 28, 1913. In 1917, Arthur moved with his parents and sister Marie to a farm south of Eden, Idaho. He attended schools at Trinity Lutheran Church, where he confirmed his faith on April 10, 1927, and at Eden High School. When his father died unexpectedly in 1936, Arthur took over the family farm. He had a lifelong passion for farming, and enjoyed talking about farming with his friend Herman Martens, and cousin Gary Meyer. On January 10, 1954, Arthur married Lena Deeg of American Falls, Idaho. They were the loving parents of two children, John and Nancy. Arthur and Lena celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary in 2004. Lena died in 2009. In addition to farming, Arthur enjoyed classical music, reading, and keeping in touch with his extended family in Germany. He had a phenomenal memory for family history, and loved sharing memories of long ago. Among his favorite stories were of the summer of 1929, which he spent with relatives in the Bronx, New York. One of the highlights was a day in which Arthur, his father and cousin Ben saw Babe Ruth, Lou Gehrig and Ty Cobb play in a double-header between the New York Yankees and Cleveland Indians. Arthur was preceded in death by his wife, Lena, his parents, sister Marie Schutte and brother Edwin. Surviving him is his son John (Elizabeth), Eden; his daughter Nancy (Dwight), Salt Lake City; sisters-in-law Ilean Bruns, Eden, Irene Deeg, American Falls, and Phyllis Deeg, Pocatello, as well as numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins. Arthur was a faithful and loving husband and father. He had deep, strong faith in the redeeming grace of God. We were blessed to have him with us for so many wonderful years, and give thanks for his rest in Christ Jesus. The family wishes to thank the loving caregivers of Hospice Visions. Memorials are suggested to the Lutheran World Relief. Arthur's funeral will be held at 11:00 A.M. on Wednesday, February 1, at Trinity Lutheran Church, 1602 East, 1100 South, Eden, with a visitation from 5:00 P.M. - 7:00 P.M. Tuesday, January 31, at Parke's Magic Valley Funeral Home, 2551 Kimberly Road, Twin Falls, and one hour prior to the funeral service. Those wishing to share memories or condolences may do so at www.magicvalleyfuneralhome.com.