Obituary of Justin Donald Bruecks

Justin's Life Story

Justin Donald Bruecks, age 27, of Princeton, Texas, passed away unexpectedly on June 1, 2026, 4 days before his 28th birthday.

Early Life & Education

Justin was Born in Omaha, Nebraska to Tamara and Craig Bruecks. Justin brought joy and energy into the world. He grew up initially in Omaha and later in Wylie, Texas alongside his brothers, Jacob and Joshua Bruecks and Zachary and Timothy Schmidt, sharing a childhood filled with sports games, video gaming, the outdoors, and a deep love for fishing.

He attended and graduated from Wylie East High School, graduating in 2016, where he was known for his quick wit, his dedication to the football and baseball teams, and for rooting on his favorite college football team the OU Sooners.

Passions, Career, & Character

At the time of his passing, Justin was working with his brother Jacob, for Door Dash, having left Capital Title where he had worked with his father before Craig's passing in September of 2024.

Outside of work, Justin lived life with an authentic enthusiasm. He was happiest when spending time fishing and enjoying outdoor activities at Lake Tawakoni with his grandparents Cheryl and Loren Jones, his parents and brothers.

Family & Loved Ones

Justin was preceded in death by his paternal grandfather, Joseph Bruecks, his father Craig, his aunt Kim Spillers and uncles James and Randy.

Justin's memory will be cherished by his mother, Tamara; his brothers Tim, Zach, Josh, and Jacob; his grandparents, Loren and Cheryl Jones, and Roy and Beverly Breeling; his great aunts and uncles Roger and Barbara Plath, Dr. Charles and Elsa Breeling, and Ricky Spillers; his cousin Elizabeth Reyes, and other beloved relatives and friends.

Service Information

Family and friends are invited to gather to celebrate Justin's life and honor the joy he brought to the lives around him.

Celebration of Life Service

Date: Monday, June 8, 2026.

Time: 2:00 pm.

Location: Aria Funeral Home at 19310 Preston Road, Dallas, Texas 75252.

Officiant: Roger Plath, his great uncle.