Worker Crushed By Car Publicly Identified
Posted by Contributing Editor
January 2, 2019
The coroner’s office Wednesday publicly identified a worker crushed to death in Sun Valley when a car that was raised on a floor jack fell on him.
Bruce Runyon, 63, was a resident of Winnetka, coroner’s Lt. Larry Dietz said.
The accident was about 8 a.m. Monday at 7245 Laurel Canyon Blvd., Los Angeles Fire Department spokeswoman Margaret Stewart said.
Firefighters removed the man now identified as Runyon from under the vehicle, but he died at the scene, Stewart said.
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Bruce Runyon Killed in North Hollywood Automotive Work Accident
Bruce Runyon has been identified by authorities as the victim following an accident that occurred at a car donation site on Lauren Canyon Boulevard in North Hollywood on December 31 at approximately 8:00 a.m. Mr. Runyon was underneath a car when a jack apparently failed and the vehicle fell on top of him. First responders from the Los Angeles Fire Department were apparently unable to help the man, who died at the scene. Mr. Runyon was 63 and a resident of Winnetka.
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Life Story for Bruce Edward Runyon
Sunrise: March,1955 – Sunset: December, 2018
Bruce Edward Runyon, 63, was born in Burbank, CA to Robert Runyon and Margaret Madelyn (Steinmetz), the youngest of six children. He moved about the San Fernando Valley, Winnetka most recently, until his unexpected passing the morning of New Year's Eve in a tragic accident at work.
Bruce is survived by his wife Patricia (McLeod), daughter, Jennifer (Chris Lewis), son, Daniel (Veronica Macias), and five grandchildren – Grace, Logan, Jade, Melody, and Kingston, five siblings – Robert (Jane), Gail (Mark) Eltgroth, Jan Trapero, Joel, and fraternal twin, Alan (Molly), as well as many nieces, nephews, cousins, relatives and friends.
Bruce was respected by all as a dedicated family man with a heart of gold and an iron-clad work ethic. He worked in the automotive industry for over 40 years as a mechanic, tow-truck driver, and most recently for the auto auction, rarely ever missing a day. He loved everything automotive and spent much of his free time working on cars, and watching and attending NASCAR races. Bruce's first love was his family – always making sure everyone was taken care of and he never missed an opportunity to lend a helping hand or celebrate a happy occasion. His light-hearted spirit, genuine smile and kind eyes touched everyone he knew – family, friends, co-workers and neighbors alike. Bruce's passing is an incomprehensible loss but the loving memories we share leave a legacy that will be forever cherished.