Michael Bruns

Past Master Biography: Michael Lee Bruns (1949 – 2013) Past Master: Lubbock Lodge No. 1392 Year Served: 1991–1992 Worthy Patron: Freedom Chapter No. 898, Order of the Eastern Star I. Life & Career Early Life & Family Michael Lee Bruns was born on July 9, 1949, in Peru, Indiana, to Wanda and Past Master Richard H. Bruns. The Bruns family eventually settled in West Texas, where they became deeply woven into the fabric of the local Masonic community. Michael was preceded in death by his mother, Wanda, in 2002, but his father survived him, living until 2018. Professional Life Michael dedicated his professional career to keeping Lubbock connected to the world. He worked in the airfield maintenance department at Lubbock International Airport, retiring after many years of ensuring the safety and operations of the airfield. Faith & Personal Life He married Gail Reinhard on August 20, 1970, and the couple shared over 42 years of marriage. They were devoted members of Gloria Dei Lutheran Church in Lubbock. Michael is survived by his wife, Gail; his son, Shawn; his daughter, Michelle; and four grandchildren: Tyler, Abby, Kaylea, and Emalea. II. Masonic Journey Degree Work Initiated (EA): December 17, 1985 — Lubbock No. 1392 Passed (FC): December 16, 1986 — Lubbock No. 1392 Raised (MM): February 17, 1987 — Lubbock No. 1392 Memberships & Affiliations Lubbock Lodge No. 1392: Endowed Member (Dec 23, 1991). Eastern Star: Worthy Patron of Freedom Chapter No. 898. III. Service Record & Offices Held Brother Bruns continued the family tradition of leadership established by his father. He ascended the line quickly in the late 1980s, becoming Worshipful Master in 1991. His year in the East was marked by a significant milestone: the paying off of the note on the first Lodge building, a major achievement that secured the Lodge\'s financial future. He remained an active servant long after his term, serving as Tiler, Marshal, and Steward well into the 2000s. Lodge Leadership (Lubbock No. 1392) Worshipful Master: 1991–1992 Senior Warden: 1990–1991 Junior Warden: 1989–1990 Senior Deacon: 1988–1989 Senior Steward: 1987–1988 Tiler: 1992–1994, 1998–1999 Marshal: 2001–2003 Junior Steward: 2003–2004 Esoteric Certifications Class B & 1-Year Certificates: Held proficiency certificates in the early 1990s (1991–1993). IV. In Memoriam Brother Michael Lee Bruns laid down his working tools on January 12, 2013, at the age of 63. Services: Funeral services were held on January 17, 2013, at Gloria Dei Lutheran Church. Arrangements: Combest Family Funeral Homes.