Spruill Gilmore Bunn
December 18, 1935 ~ October 7, 2017
ROCKY MOUNT - Spruill Gilmore Bunn, age 81, passed away on Saturday, October 7, 2017. Born in Nash County, NC on December 18, 1935, he was the son of the late Charles Settle Bunn and Agnes Smith Bunn. He was also preceded in death by brothers, Charles Ivy Bunn, Mark Settle Bunn, and Braxton Craven Bunn; and sisters, Esper Nan Cummings, and Agnes Sidney Youngblood.
Spruill was most proud of his service to his country in the United States Navy. After graduating from Duke with a degree in Civil Engineering in 1959, he completed US Navy's Officer Candidate School and was commissioned in Rhode Island. He proudly served for three years, embodying the Navy's core values of Honor, Courage, and Commitment. Spruill enjoyed a lifetime of adventures through his military service, executive management in food service, and time spent with his family. Spruill will be remembered for nurturing his love of the outdoors with his family and living and teaching the Golden Rule to his children and grandchildren, always doing unto others as you would have them do unto you.
Spruill leaves behind to cherish his memory, a wife of 53 years, Betty Mraz Bunn; son, Brenton Edward Bunn and wife, Sarah Ray Bunn, of Fairfax, VA; and daughter, Kimberley Bunn Morris and husband, Alfred "Al" Morris, Jr., of Morehead City, NC. He is also survived by grandchildren, Coleman Edward Bunn, Christopher James Bunn, Lauren Morris McNeill and husband, Allen, and Alfred "Al" Morris, III; and great-grandson, Grayson Allen McNeill.
A Visitation will be held on Tuesday, October 10, 2017 from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM at the home of Spruill and Betty.
A Graveside Service will be held on Wednesday, October 11, 2017 at 12:00 PM Noon at Bailey Cemetery with Father George Greer officiating. A visitation with the family will follow the graveside service.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to St. Andrews Episcopal Church, 301 S. Circle Drive, Rocky Mount, NC 27804 or by doing a kind deed for someone who is in need.
Arrangements entrusted to Wheeler & Woodlief Funeral Home & Cremation Services, 1130 N. Winstead Avenue, Rocky Mount, NC 27804. You may share memories and condolences with the family by visiting www.wheelerwoodlief.com.
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Tuesday 10/10, 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
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Bailey Cemetery
11379-11705 NC HWY 581
Bailey, NC 27889
Wednesday 10/11, 12:00 pm
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Dear Betty Gary and I have been thinking of you and remembering you, Spruill and family in our prayers. So Sorry for your Loss… Love, Sally
Betty, He was a good man. It was an honor to know him. My sincerest condolences. Joe Smathers
I’m so sorry to hear of Mr Bunn’s passing. I’m a former student of Mrs Bunn and remember him when I was in nursing school. My deepest condolences to Mrs Bunn and the entire family. Lynn Parrish Bradshaw
Condolences to you Betty and to all of your family. I never met Spruill, but know how much he meant to all of you, and how much he will be missed. Sending love to all of you. Your cousin, Judy Zartman Marti
Spruill was a gentleman & a kind man!!! May God’s love comfort all the family in this time of sorrow!!! My prayers with all of you!!! old taylor
Betty, I’m so sorry for your loss. May God comfort you and your family. Lisa Buie (Maxine Howard’s daughter)
I want to send my deepest sympathy to the family of Spruill Gilmore Bunn. The bible tells us we can gain comfort from God, even during times of sorrow. We pray to our heavenly father for help to cope with the sorrow felt from the death of a loved one. May our Lord Jesus Christ himself and God our Father, who loved us and gave everlasting comfort and good hope by means of undeserved kindness, comfort your hearts and make you firm.-2 Thess. 216, 17. May you find comfort by relying on our heavenly father and learning more about the blessings of God’s kingdom. Local ministry volunteer
Betty, Kim, Brent and family, it is with true heartfelt sorrow to hear of Spruill’s passing. He was without a doubt one of the kindness, most sincere men I’ve ever known. He did indeed live by the Golden Rule. I had the honor and privilege of working with him for several years at Boddie-Noell and learned so much from him. He had a wealth of knowledge he was willing to share if you were willing to listen and learn. I’m so thankful I did. His love of his family was obvious every time he spoke about any of you. His eyes lit up with love and pride. Spruill was more than my boss, he was also a dear friend. Al enjoyed sharing breakfast and stories with him over the years. We will both miss him. Keeping you all close in prayer. Teresa and Al Bullard
my sincere condolences to the family. Spruill was one of a kind ,he will surely be missed
Brent, Sarah, Coleman, and Chris Our family is so very sorry to hear of your loss. We met your Grandfather once, and we were touched to know that he was so proud of his Grandsons. Your entire family is in our prayers today. Godspeed, and safe travels home. Peace in the Lord, always. JP, Donna, and Bill
Betty and family, George and I send our deepest sympathy….. our thoughts and prayers are with all of you! George and Stephanie Ramey
Spruill was the real thing. No pretense, no put-on, a fine, honest guy giving his all everyday. His smile was infectious, and his friendship was real. I am glad I knew him. Tom Betts