Gerry Bruckner

Gerry "Gary" Lawrence Bruckner, age 79 of St. Paul, MN, passed away peacefully, on July 22nd, 2025. He was born on February 6th, 1946 in St. Paul, MN.

Preceded in death by parents, Robert and Erna "Ruth" Bruckner and loving wife, Jean (Chirpich) Bruckner.

Survived by his daughters, Wendy (Chris) Kufner and Shelly (Kelly) Higgins; grandchildren, Amanda, Matthew, and Sarah Kufner and Langley Higgins; brother, Ernie Bruckner (Gail); many nieces, nephews, and friends.

Gerry was a resident of St. Paul his entire life and a 1964 graduate of Johnson High School. He was married to his wife Jean for 55 years before her passing earlier this year. He was an Army Veteran and served in the Vietnam War. He was a 40-year employee of the United States Postal Service, retiring in 2009. He loved and cared deeply for his family.

A short program will be held Friday, August 8, 2024 at 11:00 am, with a light lunch to follow, at Bradshaw Celebration of Life Center, 4600 Greenhaven Drive White Bear, MN. A visitation will begin one hour prior.

Memorials may be made to the Minneapolis VA in honor of Gerry Bruckner.