Collins M. Bruer, 77, deeply loved husband, father, father-in-law, and grandfather (also affectionately known as our badass), passed away after a long battle with glioblastoma on March 4, 2025, surrounded by his bride of 56 years, Jana, and his loving family. He was born on June 12, 1947, in Peoria, IL, to Bill and Marge Bruer and was a proud resident of Washington, IL.
Collins was preceded in death by his parents, Bill and Marge Bruer, and his grandson, Zion Blick.
He married his best friend, JanaKay Weaver Bruer, on December 28, 1968. Together, they built their own "BruCru," which includes six children, their spouses, and 30 grandchildren: Shane and Ingrid Bruer (Anae, Ellyce, Micah, Carter); Andrea and Jason Spatafore (Tyler, Tessa, Trevor); Kasey and Dave Jane (Benn, Will, Emma); Jay and Sara Bruer (Gracy, Vaughn, Silas, Jayely, Delaeny, Ellby, Loy); Holly and Scot Mendenhall (Legend, Epic, Icon, Historic, Inspire, Greatness, Courage, Revolution); Robbyn and Josh Blick (Parker, Ro

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