James E. Bruner of Maineville. Beloved husband of Linda (nee Kroeger) Bruner. Loving father of Kevin (Cindy) Bruner and the late Lisa Nusbaum. Devoted father-in-law of Eric Nusbaum. Cherished grandfather of Maddie & Ella Nusbaum and Owen, Amelia & Audrey Bruner. Dear brother of Bob Bruner, Don Bruner, Barb Leik, and the late Dr. Rick Bruner. Passed away May 12, 2021 at the age of 73. Family and friends will be received from 9:30-11 AM on Friday, May 21 at St. Margaret of York, 9499 Columbia Road, Loveland, OH 45140, where a Memorial Mass will be held at 11 AM with Military Honors to follow. In lieu of flowers, donations in memory of Jim may be directed to Ladybugs for Lisa at any 5/3 Bank.