Emily Margaret Bruner, 30, passed away unexpectedly in her sleep on the morning of May 8, 2022 at her home in Redmond, Washington. Her loving heart has left a beacon of light for all her family and friends.

Emily is survived by her partner Decarius Kanyinda; son Desmond; parents Amber and David; brothers Joseph and Jacob; maternal grandparents Sandra and Charles Allen; and her paternal grandfather Roger Bruner. A celebration of her life will be held at a future date in Cary, North Carolina.