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William Dunham Obituary
William H. Dunham Jr., 69, of Belleville, Ill., born August 31, 1947 in Gastonia, N.C., passed away Saturday, August 26, 2017, in St. Louis, Mo.
Mr. Dunham retired as a Tech Sergeant after 20 proud years of service in the U.S. Air Force and was a recipient of the Purple Heart. During that time he spent six years in Vietnam, Cambodia, Laos and Thailand, then Korea where he met his wife, the Philippines and various locations throughout the United States. He graduated from Highland High School located in Gastonia in 1965. He continued his education by achieving an Associate's Degree from SIU-Edwardsville. Bill was a legacy member of Scott AFB Post 4183 as well as a Master Mason and Shriner.
He was preceded in death by his parents, William H. and Elma Mae, nee Floyd, Dunham Sr.; and two brothers, Ronald Dunham and Steven Dunham.
He is survived by his loving wife of 48 years, Kyong Cha, nee So, Dunham; a son, William H. (Joan) Dunham III; three daughters, Christine Dunham, Amina (Bradley) Ball, and Kymberly (Justin Williams) Dunham; ten grandchildren plus one forthcoming; a great-grandchild; two brothers; and one sister; as well as a multitude of aunt, uncles, and cousins.
Condolences may be expressed online at www.lakeviewfuneralhm.com.
Visitation: Friends may visit from 4 to 8 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 5, 2017, at Lake View Funeral Home, 5000 N. Illinois, Fairview Heights, Ill., and from 10 to 11 a.m. Wednesday, Sept. 6, 2017, at the First Assembly of God Church, 900 Fair Oaks Dr., Belleville, Ill.
Funeral: Services will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday, Sept. 6, 2017, at the First Assembly of God Church, Belleville, Ill. Interment will follow in Jefferson Barracks National Cemetery.
LAKE VIEW FUNERAL HOME, Fairview Heights, Ill.
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Sherman Dunham
October 2, 2017
We will miss you dearly.
September 6, 2017
I'm so very sorry for you and your family's sadness right now. I know he's been there A LOT for you and those kids. If you need anything let me know. He was a great,nice funny man.
Much Love,
THE ACOSTA/ALDRIDGE FAMILIES
Saria Mosely
September 5, 2017
Our deepest condolences and prayers to your family. We are not able to attend but we send hugs and love your way.
September 5, 2017
William was what we all strive to be, honorable, humble and loyal. William always went out of his way for others. William we will miss you, your attorney, Tim Hill
September 5, 2017
It was an honor to represent William, and he was one of the rare clients to drop off
a gift to me in the holidays. He was the definition of honor, class and humility.
Your friend and attorney, Timothy Hill
Ernest&Betty Bethea
September 1, 2017
In Memory ....of a Life so beautifully lived....a Heart so deeply Loved ...Honoring Our Beloved, Cousin, Billy Dunham, Jr. Our thoughts , prayers, and love are with your entire family during this most difficult time, Cousins, Ernest and Betty Ruth Starnes Bethea {Matthews, N.C.)
Big Jim Rowney
August 30, 2017
Mr. Bill was a great man . Did a lot for the community. He was very good friend . I looked up to him as father I never had. I will miss his smiling face and good humor. Prayers goes out to his family. May you Rest In Peace
Faye Harris
August 30, 2017
We grew up together, graduated High School together, he was a life long friend. Always a gentleman. Always supportive of Highland High School class of '65 from a distance. He will be missed. Now he is resting with the Lord. My prayers and love to the family.
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