Dana Brauner Obituary
The memory of Dana Brauner (Columbus, Nebraska), who passed away on May 29, 2026 at the age of 56, will forever remain in the hearts of those touched by this precious presence in their lives. Family and friends are welcome to send flowers or leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
As Dana departs from this earthly realm, his essence lingers — a whisper on the wind, a ripple on the water — a testament to the enduring power of love to transcend the boundaries of life and death. Though Dana may no longer walk beside us, his spirit lives on in the memories and the legacy Dana leaves behind.
He was predeceased by: his mother Vera Brauner (Christensen). He is survived by: his father Merlyn Brauner; his brother Keith; his children, Jordan, Austin Brauner of Platte Center, Rebecca Brauner of Geneva and Kellie Brauner of Lincoln, Nebraska.; his siblings, Karen Zaruba (Gib) of Columbus and Lyle Brauner (Judith) of St. Edward, Nebraska.; and his close friend Charlie.
