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Julia Gunn Obituary

Julia E. Gunn NORFOLK - Julia E. Gunn, 95, joined her Heavenly Father Nov. 29, 2010. Born in North Carolina, she lived her early years in Hopewell, Va. In addition to her parents she was predeceased by her husband, Lester L. Gunn and three siblings. Julia is survived by her son, Vincent E. Gunn, his wife Barbara; and their children, Cindy Robinson and husband Chris, David Gunn and wife Elizabeth and John Gunn and Mike Holloway; and great-granddaughters, Kelsey Gunn and Madeline Robinson. Julia also is survived by her sister, Ruth Harvey in Chester, Va. A member of Coleman Place Presbyterian Church for 63 years, Julia taught a ladies Bible class and was active in the Women of the Church there as well as the Norfolk Presbytery and Church Women United of Virginia. She was a faithful choir member and was elected and ordained a Ruling Elder of her church. Julia was a volunteer at DePaul Hospital for many years. A memorial service will be held Monday, Dec. 6, at 2 p.m. at Coleman Place Presbyterian Church, 1513 E. Sewells Point Road, Norfolk. In lieu of flowers, memorial gifts may be made to Union Mission Food Program or a charity of your choice. Cremation and Funeral Services of Tidewater is assisting the family.

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Published by The Virginian-Pilot from Dec. 3 to Dec. 4, 2010.

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December 3, 2010

Granny Gunn was always a nice lady and also fun to be with; I will miss her sharing stories while eating family meals on holidays.

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