John "J.R."

Robert Vanzuyen

Mr. John Robert "J.R." VanZuyen, of Wright City, MO, passed away on Saturday, May 10, 2025, at his home. He was born on March 17, 1995, in St. Peters to Todd and Christie (nee: Bruning) VanZuyen. J.R. had reached the age of 30 years.

J.R. loved his family deeply and enjoyed all the family gatherings he could attend. He enjoyed playing games on his Play Station and Pokemon Go on his phone.  He liked to watch HGTV and the History channel also. When he was younger he enjoyed playing baseball for several years. J.R. had a special bond with the family dog "Getta". He loved Canes Fried Chicken. J.R. was a special part of his family and his presence will be missed.

J.R. is survived by his parents, Todd and Christie; three siblings, Kayla VanZuyen, Alan VanZuyen and wife Melissa, Justine Clark and husband Kris; grandparents, Gail Hopkins and Mike Bruning; aunts and uncles, Nancy Haight and husband Charlie, Dale Campbell, Russell Bruning, Michael Bruning, Brandon Bruning and wife Brittney; several cousins, other relatives and many close family friends. He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Harold and Julie VanZuyen and Bob Hopkins; one aunt, Linda Campbell; two uncles, Alex Bruning and Glen Bruning.

A Celebration of Life for J.R. VanZuyen will be held on Sunday, June 1, 2025, at 2:00 PM at Ruge Park, 501 South Elm Street, Wright City, MO 63390, Online condolences may be made at martinfuneral.net.