Richard Earl Bruton Obituary

In loving memory of Richard Earl Bruton of Fort Smith, Arkansas, who departed this world on June 23, 2025 at the age of 83. Richard leaves behind a legacy remembered by family and friends. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Richard Earl Bruton to pay them a last tribute.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Russell Bruton and Roxie Bruton (Logan). He is survived by: his wife Christina Ann Bruton of Fort Smith; his son Ricky Bruton (Cissy) of Hackett, AR; his granddaughters, Katelynn Norris (Hunter) of Fort Smith and Hannah Brown (Jacob) of Hackett, AR.; and his great grandchildren, Gracelynn Opal Brown, Madalynn Ann Brown, Carter Lou Norris and Jaxon Richard Norris.

In lieu of flowers, the family kindly asks that any memorial contributions be made to a fund in honor of his beloved wife Christina, who is currently living in a nursing home with Alzheimer's.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Ocker-Putman Funeral Homes

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Thu

June 26

Visitation

Family Home
331 Brownwood Estates, Fort Smith, AR 72916

Fri

June 27

Military honors

U.S. National Cemetery
522 Garland Ave, Fort Smith, AR 72901

Fri

June 27

Celebration of life

Vineyard Community Church
5211 S 29th St, Fort Smith, AR 72901

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