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George Harry Bruington Jr., 95, a longtime resident of Albuquerque, passed away Wednesday, August 1, 2007. He is survived by his grandson, Rick Aragon, of Los Lunas; great-grandchildren, Ricky, Laila, Jennifer, James, and Paul Aragon; five great-great grandchildren, and many devoted nieces, nephews, family members, and friends. He was preceded in death by his cherished wife of 58 years, Ila Marie (McCray) Bruington; his brothers, Gene, Grafton, John, Charles, Jim, and Bob; sisters, Emeline Bruington and Rowena Sherwood, and an infant brother; daughter Gwen Aragon and grandchildren Jimmy and Pamela Aragon. The eldest of ten children, George was born to George H. and Rowena (Bird) Bruington on April 15, 1912 in Stephensville, TX. He graduated from Santa Fe High School in 1930. George was a CCC Boy in the Civilian Conservation Corps in 1930's and worked projects throughout New Mexico. He and his wife Ila were rockhounds and loved to explore the southwest together in their RV. He was a veteran of World War II having served as a Sergeant in the Army in the SW Pacific. George worked as a technician in centrifuge testing and retired from Sandia National Laboratories in 1972 after 20 years of service. He was wonderful and kind-hearted, independent and generous, caring and selfless. Everyone that met him simply loved him. This precious man will be dearly and profoundly missed. Cremation has taken place and this beloved man will be laid to rest beside his wife Ila at Sunset Memorial Park Cemetery. Knowing George's compassionate and gentle nature, should friends desire, memorial contributions may be made to any children's or veteran's charities. As per George's wishes no services will be held.
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