Mitchell Lee Brunner, loving father, grandfather, and son, passed away at his residence in Fayetteville, TN on July 7, 2024. He was born April 17, 1974, in Tullahoma, TN to the late Carolyn Renee Conn and William Brunner who survives. A memorial service will be held at a later date.
Mitchell was a 1992 graduate of Tullahoma High School and a veteran of the US Army. He retired from working in fiber optics on Arnold Air Force Base. Mitchell enjoyed going to the beach, riding in his Jeep, listening to music, and watching UT Vols sports. He always had a project and spent countless hours “scratching around.” What Mitchell loved the most was supporting his children in all of their sports and activities. He will be missed by all who loved him.
Survivors include his father, William Brunner; children, Allison Garrison and husband Brandon of Christiana, Brandon Brunner of Nashville, and Marcus Brunner of Winchester; grandson, Walter Garrison; sister, Holly Brunner; and several extended family members. In addition to his mother, he was preceded in death by his brother, Scott Brunner.
In lieu of flowers donations may be made to Disabled Veterans of America, PO Box 14301, Cincinnati, OH 45250-0301.
Higgins Funeral Home is honored to serve the family of Mitchell Lee Brunner.
I truly have enjoyed the conversations we have had about the ups and downs in life as well as our Lord and Savior. Mitchell you were a dear friend whom I am going to miss. You said I always would be your Aunt and we were family. We had many talks, laughs, and tears shed between us on several occasions. I will miss you terribly and you were so loved by all that knew you. Rest and Fly High! Love ya❤️
Mitch you will be missed, praying for the family throughout this time.Great Memories. You bought my first Corsage and took me too my first dance.
A dear friend who will be dearly missed. The brightest flames often fade fastest. Here’s to 30 years of friendship. Love you, brother.
He was definitely one of the best coaches I had for football and a great guy overall love him
Mitchell was a great friend and will be missed by many. RIP brother. We love ya