Kenneth Eugene “Gene” Brunke – age 84 of Pleasant Valley, MO and former lifelong resident of Excelsior Springs, MO passed away Wednesday morning, December 28, 2022, at Lawson Manor in Lawson, Missouri. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions are suggested to the Alzheimer’s Association or the American Cancer Society in care of the funeral home. The family will receive friends from 2:00 PM – 3:30 PM, Wednesday, January 4th, 2023, at Stith Funeral Home in Polo, MO. Memorial Services with Military Honors will follow the visitation at 3:30 PM, at the funeral home. Arrangements entrusted to the care and direction of Stith Funeral Home in Polo (660) 354-2214. Online guestbook at www.stithfamilyfunerals.com