Frances Marie (Brocato) Brunner of New Kensington, PA (formerly of Oakmont) passed away on Tuesday, October 28, 2014.
Frances was born August 24 to the late Helen (Zalar) and Samuel Brocato of Oakmont, PA. Her spirit will be carried on by beloved husband Frank J. Brunner, seven children; Teresa (Bruce) Davidson, Joseph (Nancy) Sorch, Steven (Robin) Sorch, Jennifer (Bill) Goss, Heather (James) Nickman, Kristin (Laurent) Brunner and Krissy (N.Harindra) Vedala, one-step son; Frank J. (Jackie) Brunner, six grandchildren, Adam Davidson, Dylan, Cody, Alexa and Emilee Sorch and one baby on the way, two step-grandchildren; Lauren Brunner and Melissa Anderson, two surviving brothers; Charles (Rene) Brocato and Rodney (Kelli) Metzgar, two surviving sisters; Jackie (Brian) Charlton and Shelly Babinsack, along with many other friends and relatives.
In addition to her parents, she was proceeded in death by her mother and father in-law, Charlotte and Frank Brunner; grandsons, Steven and Samuel Sorch and sisters, Sharon Kent and Deborah Ciarelli.
We have all been so blessed to have this beautiful, charismatic and compassionate woman be part of our lives for this duration of time. She has truly captivated the hearts of many people who were fortunate enough to have known her. Her gracious love and all the special memories of her will continue to fill up our hearts for the rest of years to come. Frances is and will continue to be so dearly missed by her family and friends, especially her Gettysburg friends.
Friends and relatives are invited to a Memorial visitation on Saturday, November 1, 2014 from 5-8 p.m. at the BURKET-TRUBY FUNERAL HOME CREMATION & ALTERNATIVE SERVICES, INC. 421 Allegheny Avenue, Oakmont. A blessing service will be held on Saturday evening at 8 p.m. at the conclusion of the visitation.
In Lieu of flowers, donations may be made in her name to Relay for Life, c/o 528 9th Street, Oakmont, PA 15139