Born 1936 in Nuremberg, Germany, Bruni grew up in the tumultuous environment of World War II. Losing her father as a wartime casualty before age 5, she endured a challenging childhood.
An exceptionally bright student, she endeavored to learn and become fluent in both English and French. While working post-war as an interpreter for the United States Army, she met the love of her life, Charlie Hancock. Upon his discharge, they moved to his hometown of Worcester, MA, where they were soon married. They started a family in Denver, CO, while Charlie attended Denver University. The family eventually ended up in Fairport, NY. Once there, she pursued her gardening hobby with a passion.
She transformed a once barren plot of land, at the corner of Blackwatch Trail and Boxwood Lane, into “the house with all the trees”. Her yard quickly became a sanctuary for a diverse collection of flora and fauna.
Over the years she worked sporadically at; the Fairport Baptist Home, Citibank, and as a volunteer, at Craft Bits and Pieces. She would dedicate her spare time to hobbies such as knitting, quilting, and sewing. An avid reader, she was known for a deep knowledge of European history and religion. Her favorite times were spent baking cookies and reading books to her grandchildren. Bruni was known for her quick wit and unique sense of humor.
She is survived by her three married children; Karl (Carolyn), Erik (Mary), and Kristina (Phil), as well as 7 grandchildren 3 great grandchildren, and 2 sisters; Traudl Krausser-Schmid and Renate Metz.
Services for both Bruni and Charlie will be held April 25th at 11:00 AM in the All Seasons Chapel at White Haven cemetery in Pittsford, NY.
2 responses to “Hancock, Bruni”
Bruni was a wonderful friend who I will dearly miss. She and I worked together, volunteering at Craft Bits and Pieces Knitting and yarn were the subject of our conversation.
I first met Bruni while shopping at “Crafts, It’s, and Pieces” a charity shop in the village of Fairport. When I started my 8yr. run as a volunteer, I had the privilege of working with her and here her many stories of her youth, home, Family, Charlie, her gardens, and the wildlife-Oh Deer. I understood her sense of humor, as it reminded me of my Family stories of Denmark and the dry sense of mischief in their “stories”.
She had the best smile and that sparkle in her eyes was unmistable.
I will keep her family and friends in prayer as we remember what she left her on earth and find comfort that she is with her Master in His heavenly garden. Peace to you all.