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Michael Gunning Obituary

GUNNING - Michael E. on August 19, 2008. Survived by his wife of 40 years, Denise Gunning, his four children: Nancy (Thomas Reagan); Michael Jr. (Kristen); Timothy (Michelle); and Kevin and his beloved grandchildren: Luke, Fiona, Meghan, Michael, Abigail, and Allison. Also survived by his siblings: Paul Gunning (Eleanor); Jane Burns (James); and Edwin Gunning (Dee). A Wake will be held at Thomas F. Dalton Funeral Home on Wednesday 7-9:30pm and Thursday 2-5pm and 7-9:30pm. Funeral Mass St. Aidan's RC Church at 10am on Friday. Burial at Calverton National Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Northport VA Medical Center or the Hospice Care Network of Woodbury.

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Published by Newsday on Aug. 21, 2008.

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Dave Clautice

August 26, 2008

To the family of Mike Gunning:
My deepest condolences. I had the good fortune of sharing four years with Mike at Mt. St. Mary's College. A nicer, classier person never set foot on that campus. We will miss him.

Pat and Bob Fullam

August 24, 2008

Dear Denise and family

We felt saddened to learn of Mike's passing. We had a genuine fondness you both of you and extend our deepest sympathy.

Pat and Bob Fullam

August 24, 2008

Dear Denise and family

Words cannot describe how we felt upon learning of Mike's passing. We alway felt a genuine fondness for the both of you and express our deepest sympathy.

Nancy Gunning

August 24, 2008

Our dad, Michael Gunning, was perhaps the loveliest man most of us have known or will ever know. He loved his family, his friends, his country, and his church. He never put himself first, and he dedicated his life to the golden rule. He was not a simple man, but cherished the simple things in life. We are all better for having known and loved him. We miss you, Dad.
Love, Nancy, Michael, Tim, & Kevin Gunning

Kim Matthews

August 22, 2008

Denise, Nancy, Michael, Timmy, Kevin and family. We are so sorry to hear of Mike's loss. I can't think of any Capitol Ave. childhood memory that doesn't include Mike, my dad and their many, many stoop parties. He was a wonderful person, who will be greatly missed by all he knew. Our love and prayers are with all of you in this very difficult time.
Love always,
Kim, John, Sean, Paige, Hunter, & Devin Matthews

John McGowan

August 21, 2008

A great friend --- I have found memories of are college days at the Mount --- you are deeply missed by everyone who had the privilage of being your friend --John McGowan

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