Albert Clair Brunelli, 64, of Weedville died peacefully Friday, Nov. 24, 2017 surrounded by his loving family at Christ the King Manor in DuBois where he was a resident.
He was born Aug. 21, 1953 in St. Marys, the son of Albert R. Brunelli of Weedville and the late Jean Y. Brown of DuBois.
He was a graduate of the DuBois Area High School in the class of 1972.
For many years, he was employed at the Truck Stop of America in Brookville and the Bonanza in DuBois.
He was not only an exceptional son, but also a great brother and uncle. He never complained about anything, always having a smile on his face and being easy going.
He lived a simple life, loved his family and enjoyed spending time at the family camp on Winslow Hill, where he observed one of his favorite animals – elk.
He also enjoyed playing Bingo at the Bennetts Valley Senior Center where he was a member. Those who knew him absolutely loved him.
He is survived by his father, Albert R. Brunelli of Weedville; three sisters, Lana (Rawland) Cogan of Weedville, Melissa Brunelli Eckford of Kersey and Pamela Brunelli of St. Marys; and one brother, Thomas Brown of DuBois.
He is survived by four nephews, Cody and Jess Cogan of Weedville, Mitchell Gennocro of California, Md., and Dalton Gennocro of St. Marys and one niece, Adair Gennocro of West Palm Beach, Fla.
He is also survived by his aunt, Diane (Joseph) Caliari of Weedville and cousins, Tanya (Ben) Witherson of Weedville and Jeffrey Caliari of Baltimore, Md.
He was preceded in death by his mother, Jean Y. Brown and step-father, Donald V. Brown; maternal grandparents, Clair and Loretta Gallagher; and paternal grandparents, Mary and Gaetano Brunelli.
The family will receive friends at 10 a.m. Wednesday at the Benezette United Methodist Church. The memorial service will begin at 11 a.m., and it will be officiated by Pastor Missy Smith.
Memorials, if desired, may be presented to the Bennetts Valley Senior Center, 149 Plum St., P.O Box 77, Weedville, PA 15868
The family would like to extend a special thanks to the staff at Christ the King Manor for their excellent care and overwhelming kindness.
The Baronick Funeral Home & Crematorium Inc. is in charge of arrangements.
Online condolences can be made to www.baronickfuneralhome.com.
