Deacon Alton Lester Bruinton

God is the Keeper of our minds and our souls. Even in seasons of grief and sorrow, His unfailing love and sustaining strength are able to make us whole. Though our hearts are heavy, we are reminded that the Lord remains our refuge, our comfort, and our peace.

Please unite with us in prayer as we reflect upon and give thanks for the life of Mr. Alton Lester Bruinton, age 79, of Durham, North Carolina, formerly of Richlands, North Carolina, who peacefully transitioned from this life on July 5, 2026, at his residence in Durham.

Services: Saturday, July 11, 2026

Location: (all services)
Northwest “A” Free Will Baptist Conference Tabernacle
682 Ten-Mile Fork Road, Trenton, NC 28585
Public Viewing: 11:30 AM to 12:30 PM
Masonic Last Rites: 12:35 PM

Celebration of Life and Legacy: 1:00 PM

“Praise the Lord”
Burial: Will follow with military honors in the Haiti Cemetery
Family Repast: Conference Tabernacle Fellowship Hall

In his honor

- Alton’s favorite color was blue, and we invite you to wear a shade of blue.
- Please arrive at the Tabernacle no later than 12:30 PM
- In place of flowers: Please donate to the “Bruinton Scholarship Endowment” at
Winston-Salem State University.

Support – Scholarships: Bruinton Endowed Scholarship

Via link: https://tinyurl.com/AltonBruinton
Checks: Payable to and mail to the Winston-Salem State University Foundation,
Attn. University Advancement, Winston-Salem State University, 601 S. MLK Jr. Drive,
311 Blair Hall, Winston-Salem, NC 27110
or

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- Drop-off: Donation Box in vestibule of the Tabernacle on Saturday
Most importantly, your presence is what matters most!

"Well done, thou good and faithful servant... enter thou into the joy of thy Lord." — Matthew 25:23

The Management and Staff of Trinity Funeral Services

are privileged to provide a service with the spirit of Excellence, Dignity, & Devotion

to the family of Alton Lester Bruinton

"Diligent in Business; Fervent in Spirit" - Romans 12:1

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