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James Dunlap Obituary
age 50, beloved husband, brother, son and uncle passed away unexpectedly in Chandler, Arizona on September 22, 2008. Jim was born in Marlette, Michigan on March 8, 1958 to Paul M. and Marjorie Ann Dunlap. He married Beverly Connors Dunlap, sweethearts since age 17, on September 10, 1982. Jim graduated from Arizona State University in 1988, and became a Certified Public Accountant in 1989. He worked 16 years for Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona where he became Vice President of Internal Audit. Jim loved his work and all the people with whom he worked. Having lost a brother to the disease, Jim served on the board of the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation, Desert Southwest Chapter. He also became a Certified Internal Auditor and served on the board of the Institute of Internal Auditors. He enjoyed relaxing in the mountains, hiking, fishing, vacations to the beach at Cabo San Lucas, and spending time with his nephews Colby and Grahm Groom, taking them fishing, horseback riding, and "poker nights", playing for candy. Jim is survived by his loving wife Beverly, his mother Marjorie Ann Dunlap, his sister Marie Engberg (Alan), and brothers Dale (Cari), Paul (Lynn) and Doug (Melody) Dunlap, numerous nieces and nephews and his mentor and father-in-law Tiny Connors (Mary). Jim was preceded in death by his father Paul and brothers Edward and John and his loving and supportive mother-in-law Barbi Connors. In lieu of flowers, contributions to the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation would have special meaning to him. Address: 4343 E. Camelback Rd., Suite 230, Phoenix, AZ 85018. Services will be held at 2:00 p.m. Thursday,
October 2nd at Paradise Memorial Gardens Mausoleum, 9300 E. Shea Blvd., Scottsdale. Arrangements by Messinger Indian School Mortuary, Scottsdale, AZ
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for James Dunlap
Dana Carroll
October 2, 2008
To the Dunlap family,
I was so very sorry to hear of Jim's untimely passing. I worked with Jim at BCBSAZ on various teams and committees. He was always so kind and friendly with all he came in contact with. He will be greatly missed.
Gail Damico
October 2, 2008
To the Dunlap Family:
I was so sorry to hear of Jim's passing. Jim and I worked together for 12 years at Blue cross Blue Shield of Arizona, and I enjoyed his easy approach to work. Jim had a calming affect on all of us who came in contact with him. He was respected and liked by all at BCBSAZ. He will be missed. My deepest sympathy and prayers, Gail Damico, Prescott Arizona
Gary McPherson
October 2, 2008
To the Dunlap family:
I only knew Jim in passing when we both attended meetings at BCBSAZ, but he was such a nice man, always friendly and helpful. He will be missed.
My prayers are with you.
Susan Gajda
October 2, 2008
To the Dunlap Family,
Just wanted to offer our condolences to the family and to the auditors from BCBS of Arizona from the auditors at BCBS of Illinois, New Mexico, Oklahoma and Texas.
Sherry Shay
October 1, 2008
Bev:
I was so shocked and sorry to hear about Jim. Stay strong and please know you are in my thoughts and prayers.
Mary & George Venables
October 1, 2008
Beverly:
Please know that we morn the loss of your soulmate. Jim was such a kind and gentle man, a treasure to the world. Stay strong and remember that we love you.
Karen Hinchey Kleinz
September 30, 2008
Dear Beverly,
Though it's been too many years since our families have shared special times together, I hope you know that you will always be "family" to the Hincheys and our hearts break for you at this time. You are in my thoughts and prayers dear friend. We love you.
Connie Boulton
September 30, 2008
To the Dunlap Family
My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. I have known Jim for 12 years through BCBSAZ. He was the kindest man I have ever met. I know we miss him so much here at BCBSAZ. I will miss that smile and happy Hello. May the Lord comfort you at this time.
Harold McCracken
September 30, 2008
To The Dunlap Family,
My heart is heavy with the news of Jim’s untimely passing. I only knew Jim for the past two and half years but, he immediately became my friend and a wonderful colleague to work with. He was genuinely a nice and caring individual and I never heard him say a disparaging word about anyone. Our Lord has taken from us one of the truly best and I will miss him greatly. May God bless your family and gather Jim very close to Him.
Greg Hill
September 29, 2008
I knew Jim for many years through our professional association at the Phoenix Chapter of the Institute of Internal Auditors. Jim was a gracious, astute, friendly and professional individual. Always postive, Jim was a significant contributor to the success of the the Chapter and well liked and respected by all. Although I only knew Jim in this limited capacity, I expect that he was the same kind and intelligent individual in his private life as he was in the public arena. I will certainly miss him and value the friendship we had. Jim, save me a spot on the first tee.
Marcus Feder
September 29, 2008
To the Dunlap Family:
I knew Jim professionally, on the Board of the IIA Chapter, as a business associate and as a personal friend for over 20 years. Jim was always the voice of reason. He was the one with the positive attitude. When he spoke, his voice was so distinctive and calming that people could not help but listen. Jim always greeted people by name and added ideas that were meaningful. He was forever being considerate of others.
Please know that our thoughts are with you. We will all miss him.
Rick Wardrip
September 29, 2008
To: The Jim Dunlap Family
Over the past 12 years I have got to know Jim through the IIA (Institute of Internal Auditors), Phoenix Chapter. He was a past President of the chapter and a dedicated member of the board. Jim was a great person and his insight for the chapter was invaluable.
It is very sad to hear of his death, as I only saw him in the past month at the chapter's monthly meeting.
May God's hand be ever present with you all in this time of need and may He give you comfort as He is our refuge and strength, an ever present help in time of sorrow (Psalm 46:1).
I will miss him as a friend and a professional colleague. He was such a great guy.
Peggy Taylor
September 29, 2008
I was so sad to hear about Jim. Please know my thoughts and prayers are with you all. You are a special family.
September 29, 2008
Beverly and all of Jim's Family
Charlie and I were truely saddened by this tragedy, you are all in our thoughts.
Love, Paula and Charlie Meyer
Deborah Granieri
September 29, 2008
Dear Dunlap Family,
I was devastated to hear of Jim's passing! Please know that you are in my constant thoughts and prayers. The entire Taylor family sends our love your way!
Debbie Taylor Granieri
Sandy, Utah
Bruce Connors
September 28, 2008
Jim was an angel in all the lifes he touched as you well know. I believe that Jim was the most genuine ,kindest person I have ever had the pleasure to know. The community has lost a true giving person and truly will be missed.
Dru Ertz-Berger
September 27, 2008
Beverly,
Dru and I were extremely sorry to hear about Jim. Our thoughts and prayers are with you in this difficult time.
Dru and Susan Ertz-Berger
My Prayers Go Out To The Entire Dunlap Family
Lee McClellan
September 27, 2008
It was a very sad day in my life to hear of the passing of my friend Jim. He was one of my very best friends growing up. I regret to say that I lost track of him during 20 years in the military and wish I could have been able to let him know how much his friendship meant to me. My prayers go out to Beverly, Marge, and the entire Dunalp family.
Lisa M.
September 26, 2008
Jim was truly one of the most genuinely kind, uniquely witty people I have had the pleasure to know. We will all miss him. My condolences to his family.
M A
September 26, 2008
My sincere condolences to Jim's family. They are in my thoughts and prayers. He will be deeply missed by all his friends and co-workers here at BC.
Shelley Chipps
September 26, 2008
Beverly,
I was so in hopes that this was not YOUR Jim, but when his picture came up, my heart sunk! You were my precious childhood friend and neighbor, and I will never forget how much happiness and joy came into your life when you met Jim. I will always remember playing the piano while he played his guitar to songs by the group America, one of his very favorite bands. I always admired his musical talent. He was such an upbeat, positive, special guy, and I was so glad you found each other. My heart hurts for you now, and I am praying for God's peace to come upon you and sustain you through this very difficult time. I am so very, very sorry for your loss.
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