of Hensley, AR
August 12, 1955 - December 8, 2020
Robert Forest Bruton passed away December 8, 2020 at the age of 65. He was born on August 12, 1955 in Little Rock, Arkansas to Paul and Helen Bruton. He graduated from Central High School in Little Rock and Henderson State University in Arkadelphia. For the past 20 years Robert worked for the State of Arkansas. He loved camping and fishing at Lake Ouachita with his family. Every Fall you could find Robert in the deer woods. He loved singing in the choir at East Union and enjoyed playing his guitar and doing specials as well.
He is preceded in death by his parents and grandparents. He is survived by his wife of 46 years, Carla; children, Michelle Mitchell (Adam); Adam Robert Bruton (Allison); grandchildren, Marissa Mitchell; Andrew Mitchell; and Adelyn Bruton; all of Hensley, Arkansas; brother, Bill Bruton of Fayetteville, Arkansas; twin sister, Robin Werenko (Tim) of Levelland, Texas; and nephew, Aaron Werenko of Austin, Texas.
In Lieu of flowers, donations may be made to East Union Missionary Baptist Church, 20422 N. Springlake Road, Hensley, Arkansas 72065.
A Celebration of Life will be held 2 pm, Thursday, December 10, 2020, at East Union Missionary Baptist Church. Everyone will be required to wear a mask. The Celebration of Life will be live streamed on East Union's webpage, Facebook page and You Tube. For those who wish to attend, we will have a graveside service at Pinecrest Memorial Park, Friday, December 11, 2020 at 4 pm.
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One of the nicest gentlemen I worked with in my state service. God bless his friends and family.
Carla, You have been in my thoughts and prayers since I heard of Robert's death. I remember how hard it was for me when I lost my late husband,of 36 years. What helped me was staying busy..with our business and being close to our church family.Even though I am married again....I still miss him.
I am right next door...if you need anything.
Shirley
Carla and Family,
My heart is broken for you. I had so looked forward to playing and singing with Robert again. You were both always good friends. May you find comfort in those memories of all those years ago When we were just kids learning about life. My love to you all.
Ken Sanders
Carla and family,
I am so saddened to hear of Robert's passing. Carla, I think of you and Robert fondly from our days together in Arkadelphia back in the late 70s when Robert, Keith (my ex), and Ken Sanders had their band. Robert was such a talented, honest, good man, and I had many laughs with him when we worked at the Hallmark shop together! May your memories of happy times with him sustain all of you through your sadness.
Anita
Carla, Robin and family,
So sorry for your loss. I grew up with Robert and Robin in Meadowcliff, thought of them often anytime I drove through the neighborhood. I know he will truly be missed. Praying for comfort for your family.
I'm very sorry for your loss, during this difficult time. My thoughts and prayers are with you. May God bless your family as you heal.
Carla and family, I am so sorry for your loss. I remember when you married Robert, at the ripe old age of 18. I’m glad you had so many good years together. You will be in my prayers. â¤ï¸
Carla, I am so very sorry to hear this. Prayers for you and your family.
Stuart
Robert was a friend of mine since we were neighbors in the 60’s in Meadowcliff. We camped out as kids, fished together often as adults, and shared many stories with each other. Robert was a family man and a good Christian. He will be missed by all. My prayers and thoughts are with his wife, and family.
Carla,
Although I was not around Robert much over the years, I always found him to be a very likable person with many talents. I am so sorry for yours and everyone's loss.
Love you,
your cousin Gary
My deepest sympathy goes out to Robert’s family.
I had the honor and privilege of working with Robert. He was a good man! He will be missed by many. Prayers for the family.
Some of my most favorite memories are singing with Robert. We had the most fun practicing, laughing at ourselves and worshipping together in song. People often thought we were related and I will always consider Robert my brother. He and Carla and their family are just an extended part of our family. Love you guys.
Prayers for the family.
Robert was my buddy at work, I miss him a lot. He was a good person, which is hard to find these days. We talked a lot about retiring so we could camp, fish, and hunt all the time. My heart is broken because he and Carla can't enjoy retirement together. See you again some day friend.
Robert had it figured out, even at work... God first and then family! I will miss seeing him walk into work with his red, igloo lunchbox, smiling and waving. He would often come into my office and talk about what was going with the family, from Adam building his house, the kitchen remodel, the grandkids wearing him out over the weekend, or even past stories like doing karate with the kids. My favorite stories were of "that boy of mine" where he tried to convince me that Adam was more than old enough to move out. I let him know when the time came he'd miss him. And sure enough shortly after Adam moved out, he showed up in my office letting me know I was right. I'm truly heartbroken that Robert isn't with us anymore, but I also know he is happy, healthy, and singing in Heaven! My thoughts and prayers are with you, Carla and family!
With love,
Shannon Wooldridge
Condolences to the family.
Robert was my co-worker at Orbit Valve, my neighbor in Maple Creek Farms, and gym associate.
He will be missed.
John Perry
So sorry for your loss. Prayers for the family.
My time working with you was a blessing! I cherish the time I had and am closer to Christ for it! You will be missed more than words can express! Enjoy Heaven my friend!
Everyone at AASIS will miss you. My condolence to you're family.
I worked with Robert at AASIS Service Center for 15+ years. He was a good man, dry wit, but a hard worker and very dependable. He was always willing to learn new things and help anywhere he was needed. He will be missed. He was a good Christian man and I'm sure he is playing and singing in Heaven, happy and pain free. So sorry for your loss, praying for the family during this time!!
Carla, my heart and prayers are with you and your family. May God grant you comfort in this difficult time.
Audrey
Carla,
I am so very sorry for your loss.
David
Prayers for the family!