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Timothy Dunlap Obituary
Timothy Patrick Dunlap, age 62 of Lynwood, IL formerly of Harvey passed away Saturday July 23, 2016. He is survived by his wife of 42 years Cheryl (nee Curran) Dunlap of Lynwood, IL; daughter, Tracy (Mark) Austin of Oakland, FL; sons: David (Rachael) Dunlap of Crown Point, IN and Earl Patrick Dunlap of Lansing, IL; five grandchildren: Mackenzie, Curtis, Samantha, Sean and Josephine; brothers: Tod (Teri Ann) Dunlap of St. John, IN and Thomas (Ann) Dunlap of Sarasota, FL; sisters: Tammy (Dan) Genesio and Terri (Ron) Glaum of Glenwood, IL. Tim was preceded in death by his parents Donna and Dick Dunlap. Friends may meet with the family on Thursday July 28, 2016 at St. Mary Hildebrant Hall located at 525 N. Lafayette Street Griffith, IN from 1:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. A Mass will be held on Friday July 29, 2016 at 10:00 a.m. at St. Mary Catholic Church, located at 525 N. Broad Street, Griffith with Father John "Leo" Pahlen celebrating. Cremation to follow services . Tim was born on May 1, 1954 in Harvey, IL to Donna and Dick Dunlap. He married Sherry Curran on May 25, 1974. Tim was a 42 year member of Teamsters Local 731. Tim worked for 26 of those years for Waste Management as a heavy equipment operator and low boy driver. He then served 18 years with Teamsters Local 731 as a Vice President/Business agent and trustee. He was also Trustee for health, welfare, and pensions funds, Executive Board member of Teamsters Local 731, Delegate for Teamsters Joint Council #25, Delegate for International Brotherhood of Teamsters, and Delegate for Chicago Federation of Labor. Tim was a Trustee in the Village of Lynwood, President of Southland Friends of Labor. Commissioner of Lincoln Lansing Drainage District and Executive Board member of the Lake Lynwood Homes Association and a very active member of the Indiana Harbor Yacht Club in East Chicago, IN. In lieu of flowers donations are to be made to Camp Boggy Creek and/or Make A Wish Foundation of Central and Northern Florida in Tim Dunlap's name. For more information, please call White Funeral Home at 219-924-4100 or visit us at: www.whitefuneralhome ofgriffith.com
Memories and Condolences
for Timothy Dunlap
Maryellen Schmid-Wessendorf
August 16, 2016
To Sherry, your children and all the family. I just heard about the passing of Tim. My heart goes out to all of you. May all the good memories of Tim never fade away, but help you gain strength as time goes by. Tim was a classmate of mine back in Harvey. He will always be remembered. (Sherry were you from Harvey too? Your name sounds so familiar to me). Peace be with you.
Jim and Kathy Schipma
July 31, 2016
Sherry and family
So very very sorry for your loss. Tim was a good man, husband, father, friend and person. He will be missed.
Larry Ricci
July 30, 2016
Sherry & Family, I am sorry for your loss. You & your family will be in my prayers.
Carl Jorgensen
July 29, 2016
THE PARTING GLASS For Tim it is Appos
Of all the money that e'er I spent
I spent it in good company
And all the mischief that e'er I have done
Alas it was to none but me
And all I did for want of wit
To memory now I can't recall
So fill to me the parting glass
Good night and joy be with you all
Oh all the comrades that e'er I had
Are sorry for my going away
And all the love ones that e'er I had
Would Bid me one more day to stay
But since it falls upon my lot
That I should rise and you should not
I will gently rise and softy call
Good night and God be with you all
Gail Anoe
July 29, 2016
Sherry & family,
My deepest condolences on your loss.
Grief doesn't stay for a day, week or year, it lasts a lifetime. It's like there's a hole in your heart that can never be patched. With great love comes great loss. Together you can get through "anything," that's one value he believed in.....love of family.
What incredible memories Tim left you with! He lived & played hard. He gave 100% to everything he did. Tim lived more life then 5 men normally do in his lifetime.
He left behind a legacy in each of you.
God Bless you & watch over you during this difficult time.
Love is eternal. You'll see him again...
Marty Kristo
July 29, 2016
Sherry & family,
I'm so very sorry for your sudden loss. May God bless you and your family now and especially in those very quiet moments when you may feel alone. Tim is just a prayer away 24/7. I'll always remember the fun times and good memories of the you both.
Arlene Lewis
July 29, 2016
Sherry,
I am praying for you and your family, remember earth has no sorrow that heaven cannot heal.
Bill, Susan & Anna Overton
July 29, 2016
Sherry, we are so sorry for your loss, our thoughts and prayers are with you and rest of the family.
I was grateful to have Timmy in my live for so long, for his guidance and his friendship. It's been a lot of years since Turlington. It was so cute every time you and Timmy would arrive somewhere; how you two would look at each other , then there was that same smile you two had and you knew the fun was about to start. Thank you making me part of that for all these years.
You can see Timmy and yourself in the great adults that Tracy , David and Earl grew into.
Timmy will be missed but never forgotten.
With all our Love & Deepest Sympathy,
Karen Austin
July 28, 2016
I am so very sorry for your loss. I cherish my memories of Jamison shots with Tim to celebrate our grandchildren, even though I was the first one under the table! Tim was larger than life and will be greatly missed.
Kathleen Phillips
July 28, 2016
Sherry, What a tragic shock! I'll always remember the spirited cousin I babysat and the amazing man he grew up to be, as well as the fun we had when our kids were involved in Glenwood football & cheerleading. Great memories. You and the family have my utmost empathy and my prayers.
Nikki Kumps-Gronski
July 28, 2016
Sherry, Tracy, David & Earl....
Let's see when you guys moved to Lynwood in about 1984 Tracy was one of my first friends. Hanging out at your house on the lake was a natural thing. You guys were involved in everything your kids did from baseball to girl scouts to taking us roller skating in your van. You even opened your home to the entire 8th grade to allow even the "not cool" people a good time. Fast forward 20 years. In October I got to meet with Tracy and visit at our 20 year reunion. We got to catch up lots and talk about how it was hard to live so far away but said she got to visit with you all regularly. To learn of Tim's passing was a shock and I know there is a major void in many of your lives that will never go away. To say my heart is sad for each of you wouldn't even come close to being a good term. You guys have lots of wonderful memories of your time with him. When you get sad think about them.
❤❤❤Wishing you peace to bring comfort, courage to face the days ahead and loving memories to forever hold in your hearts.❤❤❤
Hal Weise
July 28, 2016
Sherry,
I'm in town (St. John) and I heard on the news about the accident. I'm so sorry for your loss. Our prayers are with you and your family.
Hal and Mary Vic Weise
Hank Davis
July 27, 2016
There isn't anything that I can say .... What I can do is remember the Good times> The funny times> The ride he gave Jack on the 4 wheeler> The Duck in the tub > The Pig thing.... and maybe an easier way to catch a fish in the lake. What I will remember is his smile > that could brighten up any day. His caring the love he had for you all and others around him . You now have a very nice Guardian Angel > He will watch over you and the family . I know one day you will feel that little cool breeze. There will be no reason for it > But it will be TIM> letting you know he's ok > and that he's close and watching. I Pray that the GOOD LORD WILL HOLD TIM AND YOU ALL IN THE HOLLOW OF HIS HAND and GIVE YOU ALL COMFORT AND LOVE . GOD BLESS .... WE WILL MISS HIM BUNCHES .... PEACE THE DAVIS FAMILY
Brian Belmonti
July 27, 2016
So sorry to hear of the loss. My prayers for your loss.
Donald Hubal
July 27, 2016
My prayers and deepest condolances to the family at this great time of sorrow. God bless you all , I will miss Mr. Dunlap very much.He was a great good man. I will remember him and his generosity for he changed my life for the better with union matters and work.
Rocco Loffredi
July 27, 2016
I'm very sorry for your loss. Tim was a great guy who was always there when you needed him, he will be greatly missed. We will keep you and your family in our thoughts and prayers.
Tonya Johnston-Blanton
July 27, 2016
So very sorry for your loss! I wish i was closer! Tracy, Dave and Earl, i know the pain of the sudden loss of a dad. Circumstances are different but I understand. Sherry, my mom is so very sorry. Please reach out to her for support when its quiet. Love u all.
July 27, 2016
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Jim & Maura LoCicero and Family
Kathy Forbes
July 27, 2016
Sherry, so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts are with you and the family... take care..Kathy & Jeff
July 27, 2016
Sherry, my heart is broken for you. Tim was a great guy and I will pray for you and your family's daily strength. He will be missed. love Penny and Gary and family
Yolanda Bouchee
July 27, 2016
Sherry,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you. You and Tim have been a blessing to Lynwood and the Homeowners Association. He will be dearly missed.
Kathleen Hancock- Short
July 27, 2016
Sherry, While no words of mine can ease your loss, I just wanted you to know that I am thinking of you and your family. Tim was truly a wonderful man and will be greatly missed. Love to you and your children. Kathy
Tony Molsby
July 27, 2016
Condolences to family and friends from Silver Line employees, Lansing IL. Mr. Dunlap will be missed.
July 27, 2016
May God bless you and your family at this time. Sharon Sargent Melissa
Tracey Caposey and Marc and Kara
Grace Beezie
July 26, 2016
Dear Sherry and Family,
We are so sorry to hear of Tim's passing. Our prayers are with you all.
Love,
Bob and Grace
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