Search by Name

Search by Name

BORN

1933

DIED

2012

FUNERAL HOME

Healey Mortuary and Crematory

405 North Sanborn Road

Salinas, California

Donald Gunderson Obituary

Donald M. Gunderson, Sr.

SALINAS

Donald M. Gunderson, Sr. 79, of Salinas, passed away on November 30, 2012 at home. He was born on January 2, 1933 in San Francisco, CA.

Donald was enlisted in the U.S. Army in March, 1950, He completed boot camp on Fort Ord, CA, and was sent to Korea in September, 1950, after war broke out.

He was awared the Purple Heart, and the Purple Heart with three Battle Stars; the Korean Service War medal, Combat Infantry medal, the National Defense medal, Occupation of Japan medal, and the United Nations Korean Service medal.

Donald enoyed traveling, hunting and fishing. He especially loved spending time with his family.

He is survived by his wife, Barbara I. Gunderson; daughters, Betty (Gary) Purcell, Bernice Romero, Annette (Ed) Reeder and Alberta (John) VanNest; sons, Don Gunderson and Rich (Cindy) Gunderson; 13 grandchildren and 23 great-grandchildren; along with numerous nieces, nephews, cousins and other loving family.

He is preceded in death by his first wife, Betty L. Gunderson and his daughter, Clara Lynch.

Visitation will be held today, Tuesday, December 4, 2012 1-9pm at Healey Mortuary 405 N. Sanborn Rd. Salinas, CA 93905.

Graveside Committal with Military Honors on Wednesday, December 5, 2012 11am at the San Joaquin Valley National Cemetery 32053 W. McCabe Rd. Gustine, CA 95322.

Arrangements entrusted to Healey Mortuary & Crematory/www.healeymortuary.com

Published by The Salinas Californian on Dec. 4, 2012.
34465541-95D0-45B0-BEEB-B9E0361A315A

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Memories and Condolences
for Donald Gunderson

Not sure what to say?





4 Entries

Miss you. Love you.

December 13, 2012

We will Miss you daddy, we hope you will be happy with all those we have lost. Love you always-Alberta your daughter

December 4, 2012

I love you Grandpa. I know you are with Grandma in Heaven and have no more pain. I am going to miss Sunday morning breakfast with you, camping and fishing and your calls asking me how to do this and that on your computer and the family reunions you always threw. Rest in peace Grandpa. I love you.

April Morgan

December 4, 2012

The memories of Pinto Lake, fishin, visiting you and grandma and you giving us Annette to take home with us. your time in our lives wont be forgotten.

Rhonda Lopez

December 4, 2012

Showing 1 - 4 of 4 results

Make a Donation
in Donald Gunderson's name

Memorial Events
for Donald Gunderson

To offer your sympathy during this difficult time, you can now have memorial trees planted in a National Forest in memory of your loved one.

Funeral services provided by:

Healey Mortuary and Crematory

405 North Sanborn Road, Salinas, CA 93905

How to support Donald's loved ones
Commemorate a cherished Veteran with a special tribute of Taps at the National WWI Memorial in Washington, D.C.

The nightly ceremony in Washington, D.C. will be dedicated in honor of your loved one on the day of your choosing.

Read more
Attending a Funeral: What to Know

You have funeral questions, we have answers.

Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?

What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?

Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?

We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.

Read more
Resources to help you cope with loss
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Estate Settlement Guide

If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.

Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast

Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.

Read more
The Five Stages of Grief

They're not a map to follow, but simply a description of what people commonly feel.

Read more
Ways to honor Donald Gunderson's life and legacy
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Obituary Templates

These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.

Read more
Obituary Examples

You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.

Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?

Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.

Read more