Robert Donnington (Don) Bruton

Born on November 22, 1940 . Passed away on January 26, 2022 .

22.11.1940 -26.1.2022
Loving husband of Lorraine
Loving father and father in law of Chris & Fiona, Tuck & Stacey, Jenny & Ken, Donna & Stephen.
Beloved Grandfather & Grand Grand Poppy.

Funeral Notice

Service held Thursday February 3, 2022 - 2:00pm

A Funeral service for Robert Donnington Bruton will be held at the Graveside, Tooleybuc Cemetery on Thursday 3rd February 2022, at 2:00 pm.

COVID19 restrictions apply.


Please bring an umbrella and chair.


Donations to Peter Mac greatly appreciated, envelopes at the service.

Don's service will be live streamed. Please go to the Live Streaming tab on our home page (passcode provided to family).

We wish to encourage you to express your sympathies and condolences to the family via a tribute on this announcement which the family are able to read, reflect and treasure.

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  1. Our deepest sympathy to Lorraine and families at this sad time.He was a great man and will be sadly missed.Love from Floyd and Fay.

    Fay DevereuxJanuary 27 2022 10:57 am
  2. So sorry to hear your sad news Biddles.
    Condolences to you and your family
    Sending love to you all, from Kim and Murph, Boldy and Toots, Eiley xx

    Eiley OldJanuary 27 2022 7:17 pm
  3. To Donny,s family my sad thoughts,

    Bob WildeJanuary 28 2022 8:13 am
  4. On behalf of the NSW RFS Mid Murray Zone Staff & Volunteers
    we send our sincere condolences to Lorraine & family on the passing of Don.
    A dedicated member of the NSW RFS Kyalite Brigade.

    Kylie Atley - NSW Rural Fire ServiceJanuary 28 2022 2:09 pm
  5. Sincere condolences to Bid and family on your sad loss.Love to all.

    Betty, Ray , Mark and Craig.

    Ray HenshallJanuary 28 2022 4:34 pm
  6. Our deepest sympathy to Lorraine, Chris, Tuck, Jenny, Donna and family on Donnys passing great memories of a yarn over a couple of beers and a game of cards. Grant and Narelle Fraser and Family.

    Grant FraserJanuary 28 2022 4:52 pm
  7. Sending love and hugs to Lorraine and family at this sad time A great guy that will be missed. Love to all
    Kerry, Rob, Frankie, Gracie, Bobbie and Ruben

    Kerry RossJanuary 30 2022 9:39 pm
  8. Our most sincere sympathy to Lorraine , Chris , Tuck Jenny, Donna & families . A sad loss to all, so many good times had over the years.

    Love Janet, Duncan,Simone & Family

    Duncan HodgsonFebruary 1 2022 11:57 am
  9. Sending Lorainne and family our deepest condolences. Donny was a beautitful man and will by missed all who had the pleasure of his company. Love from Craig & Kat Baird

    Craig BairdFebruary 1 2022 1:46 pm
  10. My thoughts are with you all, Donny will be remembered as long as the days turn to night, and nights turn to days. A beautiful soul , at peace.

    Vicki BrutonFebruary 1 2022 7:09 pm
  11. Sincere condolences to Lorraine & all the family. Don was a terrific, generous bloke. Many a great time in the Kyalite Pub. 🍻 Don

    Andrew DouglasFebruary 2 2022 6:53 am
  12. To Dear Bid and Family,
    Our thoughts are with you all at this sad time, R.I.P Don. you have earned it.
    Peter, Kathy Barry, Debbie Knee and families.

    Kathy KneeFebruary 2 2022 1:23 pm
  13. Words can not describe the sorrow we feel now you’re gone Dad.
    Remembering my Dad who asked for so little but gave so very much.
    Forever in our hearts.
    Tuck, Stacey, Taylor, Marissa & Kirra.

    Terence & Stacey BrutonFebruary 2 2022 4:52 pm
  14. Rest now mate , love to your family .

    Marshall PattyFebruary 2 2022 5:11 pm
  15. Condolences to Bid/Unty Bid & Family
    Our thoughts are with you on the sad loss of Don/Uncle Don. We were so lucky to have a great brother-in-law and Uncle you will be sadly missed

    Pappin Family

    Philip PappinFebruary 2 2022 5:21 pm
  16. Sending hugs and much love to u my beautiful sister and all the family Donny certainly was one in a million and will be missed by many R.I.P Don I will love u always much love Carol Spittles xxxx

    Carol SpittlesFebruary 2 2022 5:32 pm
  17. Sincere condolences to you Bid, Chris , Tuck, Jenny, Donna & families.
    Many happy memories I have from my childhood spent at the Kyalite pub with Jacky.
    R.I.P.
    Love to you all.
    Danielle Campbell. xxx .

    Danielle CampbellFebruary 2 2022 8:37 pm
  18. Until we meet again.
    A true legend who was my dad, a friend to all, who gave so much and didn’t ask for anything in return. One we could talk to for hours and listen to his stories, as there were many. So glad I got to spend some precious time with you that I will cherish for ever. Fly high dad, pop and adored great grandpop our beautiful memories of you and our many adventures together. Treasure always and forever, my dad x. đź’™

    Donna and Stephen JamesFebruary 3 2022 8:26 am
  19. Until we meet again đź’™
    My dad the man, the legend, to know him was to love him. Fly high dad.đź’™
    We will love you and adore you forever x.
    Cheers dad x đź’™

    Donna and Stephen JamesFebruary 3 2022 10:01 am
  20. Dear Biddie, Chris, Polly, Tuck, Donna and the extended family. Sending all our love n thoughts at this sad time.
    Love always the
    Singleton Family.

    ChristineFebruary 3 2022 11:04 am
  21. deepest sympathy to Lorraine and family for your loss of don a true gentleman

    Christine Suckling, Adam sobeyFebruary 3 2022 12:41 pm
  22. Sincere sympathy to Lorraine, Chris, Tuck, Jenny, Donna and families.
    The publican turned potato farmer.
    Remembering with thanks so many good times with such a valued team member, friend and family man. He will be sadly missed and never forgotten.
    Rest in peace Donny.

    John , Lois, Hayley, Johanna and Philippa

    Lois TippettFebruary 3 2022 12:54 pm
  23. Thinking of Aunty Loraine and and her family at this sad time.

    RIP uncle Donny

    ❤❤❤🙏🙏🙏

    James Feeney

    James feeneyFebruary 3 2022 1:46 pm
  24. Deepest condolences to Bid and the Bruton family. I know Donny will be greatly missed and remembered fondly. Sending love.
    Tarn, Shelby and family x

    Tania (Ladd) & Shelby RaineyFebruary 3 2022 2:33 pm
  25. Another Great man taken to soon RIP my uncle Don I will always remember you and love you deeply missed jody and Tania To my dearest brother in law don RIP LOVE Maxine

    Jody brienFebruary 3 2022 2:36 pm
  26. Our thoughts are with you all.
    Lots of love
    Ken, Karen, Daniel and Nicole

    Karen JohnstonFebruary 3 2022 7:20 pm
  27. Dearest Lorraine and family…..missing our little mate terribly, I know we haven’t seen each other for a few years because of Covid, but that doesn’t make the loss any easier, we send you, Donna, Chris, Tuck and Jenny all our love and please know we valued yours and Donnie’s friendship immensely……..we love you,,,,,,,R.I.P. our little mate, take care Lorraine…..love always David and Lill…..xxxxxx

    David Napier and Lillian FinchFebruary 3 2022 7:48 pm

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