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Michael David Bunzey

Michael Bunzey Obituary

Bunzey, Michael David

Newport News, VA: Michael David Bunzey, 56, passed away on Monday, July 2, 2012. He was born in Johnson City, New York and has been an area resident for 21 years. He retired in May 2006 as a Sr. Chief from the U.S. Coast Guard after 30 years of service, and was a former volunteer fireman in Vestal, NY. Mr. Bunzey was a member of Our Lady of Mount Carmel Catholic Church, Newport News, VA. Survivors include his wife, Susan Bunzey; his daughter, Shannan Shaw and her husband Stephen; his mother, Martha Bunzey; brother and sisters, Joelene Carey and her husband Charles, Timothy Bunzey, and Deborah Evans; a brother-in-law, Dana Decker; and a host of nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his father, Ward Bunzey; and a sister, Bonnie Lou Decker. A Funeral Service will be held at 6PM Thursday, July 5, 2012 at W. J. Smith & Son Funeral Home, Newport News, VA. The family will receive friends after the service until 8PM. Burial will be private. The family wishes to thank the doctors and staff of the Naval Medical Center in Portsmouth for their love and care during his extended illness. Memorial donations may be made to the American Cancer Society, 11835 Canon Blvd., Suite A102, Newport News, VA 23606. Please leave condolences at www.wjsmithandsonfh.com. Arrangements by W. J. Smith & Son Funeral Home, Newport News, VA. Fair winds and following seas, Senior.

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Published by Press & Sun-Bulletin on Jul. 4, 2012.

Memories and Condolences
for Michael Bunzey

20 Entries

Jerry and Kay Griffin

July 7, 2012

Our deepest condolences to the Bunzey family on the loss of Mike. We knew him during his tours at Yorktown and MLC. We will always be greatful for the help and encouragement he gave us at both the Clinic and MLC. May God bless you with His comfort and strength during this sad time.

Dianna Sepos

July 6, 2012

Dear Susan and Shannan, I will always remember Mike as a soft spoken and kind gentleman.I hope you both will find comfort from your many wonderful memories of him. God bless you at this difficult time.

Dianna Sepos

Glenn San Nicolas II

July 6, 2012

Susan and Shannon,

I am sorry for your loss. I hope you both felt the love and adoration from his Coast Guard family at his service yesterday. I had the pleasure of being mentored by Mike during his time at MLC. Our fireside chats still resonate. I've used his teaching style on several occasions to mentor fellow Coast Guardsmen. He will be sorely missed. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

July 6, 2012

Susan & Family,
Mike was such a great guy, We worked together at HNFS. His viewpoints and comments on life wrapped with his tremendous sense of humor always helped to make the days go by. He's been greatly missed since he left but frequently visited us to keep us posted on life. We are all so sorry for your loss.

Mike Weber and the Warehouse Staff from HNFS

Jackie Frankewicz

July 5, 2012

Susan and Family,

We only knew Mike for a short season; just long enough for each of us to know that he was a very special person. While we were a small part of his work family, he touched our hearts with his honesty, sincerity and compassion; we will never forget him and are fortunate to have spent time with him.

May God replace your sadness and bless you with fond memories of happier times. Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers as you walk through this difficult time.

With our deepest condolences,
Jackie and the staff of Health Net's MMCC

Star Johnson

July 5, 2012

My prayers and sympathy go out to the Bunzey family. Mike was a co-worker a few years ago at HNFS. He always had a smile on his face and a word of encouragement to lift you up. We all missed him when he left, but will truly miss him even more now. He loved his family and talked about his daughter alot, he was very proud. I know that we will see him again in our permanent home; heaven. May God's hand of peace and mercy bless his family in this time of sadness.

Bettie & Sherwood Daniels

July 5, 2012

Dear Susan and Shannon, I was so deeply saddened to hear of you loss. Michael was a wonderful man that was always ready to help anyone in need. His smile would light the whole world and the world will be a bit dimmer without him here. May God Bless you during this most difficult time.

The Mills Family

July 5, 2012

The Bunzey Family bought my old house in Beechlake several years ago. It was my childhood home and several times I would stop and visit it. Mr. Bunzey was always so kind as to invite me in and let me see my old room etc. What a kind soul. Very sorry for your loss. Our prayers are with you.

Mary Velie

July 5, 2012

Thinking of you all. Michael was a good guy. To you Michael- Don't be picking on any angels! Find your Uncle Chuck - I am sure he will have some mowing for you to do. Love you, Mary

July 5, 2012

Sue, My heart goes out to you. Time goes by way too fast and I miss those days at school. I think of you all often and wish we werent all so far apart. May Mike rest in peace and know that he is the best guardian angel any of us could ever have. He will be with you at all times. Love and Miss you. Love Kathy Adee Drumm

Bryan Bowyer

July 5, 2012

To the Bunzey Family,

I offer my deepest condolences to you in this difficult time, and pray that God will comfort you. My feelings that Mr. Bunzey was a fine person are confirmed by reading the entries in this guest book.

Thank You Mr. Bunzey for your service to this great nation.

Bryan Bowyer
UPS

Debbie Hornsby

July 4, 2012

Debbie Hornsby, My thoughts and prayers are with you!! God Bless!!

July 4, 2012

Marty,Sue,Shannan,Tim,Deb,Jody&families
There are no words to express to all of you how very, very sorry we are for the loss of your son, husband, father, brother &uncle.
Mike was a truly special man in so many ways.
He will be so missed and never be forgotten.
Rest in peace our dear friend.

Our hearts are full of memories
With pride we speak your name
Though life goes on without you
It will never be the same.

With our love to all
Bob and Judy

July 4, 2012

Sue and Shannon, you are in my thoughts and prayers. It has been awhile since we have been together but it seems like yesterday that we shared so many good times at Cape Cod. To Mike, thank you for your service to our country but now it is time to rest. Heaven has gained a hero. God Bless those who lost this one and may we all meet again in heaven.

Tim Traver

July 4, 2012

Mike was a good man and someone we all looked up to at Vestal Fire in the 1970's. Thank you for all you have done Mike, now you are with your Dad and sister, God Bless you all.

July 4, 2012

Our sincere sympathy to the Bunzy family.
Monte and Loretta Wart

July 4, 2012

I will miss seeing and talking with Mr Bunzey at the mail box every day. He was always very kind and in good spirits. A good man. Thanks for serving your country.
Your letter carrier
Terry Veach

Carole and Nick Ferro

July 4, 2012

Our sympathy to the Bunzey family. We will always remember our fellow Coast Guardsman who faithfully served his God, his family and his country. We will all miss you, but know that we will one day meat again. May you rest in peace Mike.

Frank &Jan Gardner

July 4, 2012

Martha and Family, We are so sorry to hear of your loss.You will be in our thoughts and prayers.

Diane Dow

July 4, 2012

Mike, it just doesn't seem possible you're gone. Sue, I fell asleep last night praying for you and for the rest of your family with such a heavy heart. Mike was a good man, a true gentleman & friend. He will be greatly, greatly missed by allot of his friends and comrades.

My deepest sympathies to the Bunzey family.

Always, /Diane

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