Robert John Bruner died attempting to save Gary A. Spurlin from drowning, Flat Rock, Indiana, July 29, 1973. While wading in a creek, Gary, 14, was caught by the current and carried into deep water, where he struggled to stay afloat and return to the wadable area. Bruner, 33, sawmill hand, was attracted and ran to the bank opposite Gary, who had gone under briefly several times. Without removing any of his attire, Bruner entered the water and swam toward Gary, who again went under. Reaching that point in the deep water, Bruner made a dive from the surface. Neither Gary nor Bruner reappeared. 53495-6125
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