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John was the Safety Inspector at Wyman-Gordon Co. in Worcester, where he worked for 35 years, until retiring in 1986. He also worked as an assistant at Kelly Funeral Home for many years. He was a member of St. Bernard Church since 1934 and twice Past President of its Holy Name Society. He served as a Lector, a Eucharistic Minister, Church Sexton and was Head Usher for more than 25 years. He was also a long time co-chair of the Parish Bishops' Fund Drive and co-director of many Church Musicals. He was a life member of the 3rd Degree Knights of Columbus St. Bernard Council and a 4th Degree Knight of the Council No. 4158 Bishop O'Reilly Assembly. He was a member of the Vernon Hill American Legion Post No. 435 and a charter member of the former Britain Square American Legion Post. He was devoted to his family, his church and will be remembered as a consummate gentleman.
CALLING HOURS are 3 to 7 P.M. on TUESDAY, NOV. 18, at KELLY FUNERAL HOME, 154 Lincoln St. A FUNERAL MASS will be held at 10 A.M. on WEDNESDAY, NOV. 19, in ST. BERNARD'S CHURCH, 228 Lincoln St. Burial will follow in St. John's Cemetery.
The family suggests donations in memory of John be made to St. Bernard Church Repair and Renewal Fund, 236 Lincoln St., Worcester, MA 01605 or the Daily Mass, 49 Elm St., Worcester, MA 01609. Directions and condolence book available on-line at
www.kellyfuneralhome.com
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Memories and Condolences
for John Dunn
Harry and Claire Fenner during a St. Bernard's show
Therese Fenner Boucher
December 2, 2008
During one of the old St. Bernard's shows we sang, "California, here we come directed by Gervais and Dunn." Now we can sing, "Heaven's gates, oh here we come..."
John was a good man who did a lot to make St. Bernard's parish a real community of faith and joy.
With God's blessings from the Fenner family.
John Garby
November 26, 2008
I am truly sorry I missed the funeral
Jack was a wonderful and kind person
Mary Soucy
November 24, 2008
To The Dunn Family,
I just want to let you know how sorry I was to read about Jack's passing. He was a wonderful neighbor on Barnard Road. He was always kind to everyone.
My thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Mary & David Soucy
November 23, 2008
Dear Jay and family, sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. mike kalil
Mary Beth White
November 20, 2008
Steve & Family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.Wishing you the strength to meet the challenges you are facing and the courage to live each day to the fullest you possibly can.
Sincerly, Mary Beth
Paul and Evelyn Neaz
November 20, 2008
Dear Betty and family:
We are writing this from Florida where we are visiting our daughter, Sharen. Our prayers are with you. The mention of John's name brings fond memories of our years at St. Bernards. He was a fine gentleman and an inspirational leader. We loved him.
Emily Kurjan
November 19, 2008
Dear Betty and family, Please except my deepest sympathy for your loss. Loosing someone whom you love is very difficult,it leaves you feeling empty.Loosing my dad was the hardest thing I ever had to deal with.Remember John ,speak of him often and he will always be with you.Betty,I am so sorry. With deepest sympathy,Emily Kurjan c/o Fairhaven Hair design
Joe O'Neil
November 19, 2008
Bette, Jay and Family, Kelley and I will be keeping in our prayers.
Bill King
November 19, 2008
Dear Bette and Family,
My heart felt synpathy for your loss. I worked with Jack in the Grafton and Worcester Plants for many years and knew him to be a great man. There was no one finer than Jack. Our world would be a better place with more people like him. He was always there for you.
Our prayers are with you.
Bill Cairns
November 18, 2008
To Bette&Family I will always rember Johnny at every Mass I attended and served at St Bernards. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Bill& Dottie Cairns
Sutton & Pete Allain
November 18, 2008
Jay and family, We are so sorry for your loss.
Hugh O'Malley
November 18, 2008
Dear Bette and family,
Please accept my deepest sympathies upon John's passing.
John was a faithful, kind and loyal friend to all who knew him. His generosity and positive attitude were constant and freely given. John's life stands as an example to all.
I will always remember this superb man with the great spirit of giving to others.
Megan Rafferty
November 18, 2008
To the Dunn Family,
I am so very sorry for you loss. I loved your father so very much. He was one of the sweetest men I have ever known. He was always so very nice to me and my entire family and I will always miss him. I hope that you will find it a small piece of comfort to know that he was loved by so many.
MAGGIE/JOHN EARLY
November 18, 2008
DEAR BETTE & FAMILY,
YOU LOST A WONDERFUL MAN,BUT GAINED AN ANGEL TO CALL YOUR OWN. I MET JOHNNIE OVER 25 YRS. AGO,AND HE ALWAYS MADE ME FEEL SO SPECIAL-ALWAYS REMEMBERING MY NAME. GOD BLESS YOU ALL!!!
LOVE,"RIPPA",MAGGIE
Ellen Farrell
November 18, 2008
Dear Betty and Family
Our deepest sympathies are with you and your family. Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers. John is at peace now. Our Dad always loved John so much. I'm sure there is a special place in heaven for him with our Dad.Love
The Dunn's in Connecticut
Linda Berry
November 18, 2008
Dear Bette and Family,
We want you to know that our thoughts and prayers are with you all.Losing someone that you love can be devastating and nothing that we can say will ease your sorrow.May the time come quickly that your memories will bring smiles instead of tears.
With our deepest sympathy,
Linda and Gene Berry
Casa Grande, AZ
Mary McGrail
November 18, 2008
Mrs. Dunn and Family:
My prayers are with you. Mr. Dunn was a wonderful man. He will be missed.
God Bless!
Nils England
November 18, 2008
Jay and family - My thoughts are with you.
Katie Dunn
November 18, 2008
You will be missed greatly Uncle John... such a gentle soul. We love you!
patty Duquette
November 18, 2008
Dear Mike, We are so sorry for your loss. Our hearts and prayers are with you and your family.
Patty, Kenny, Micael and Brian
Stephen & Luz Gannon
November 18, 2008
Dear Bette and Family, Please accept our hearfelt condolences at Mr Dunns passing.
I feel I've known Mr Dunn forever. Growing up he was seemingly at EVERY mass I ever attended at St. B's.
Later in life via marriage I got to see and be with Mr Dunn more often and always enjoyed his company, his wit and his warmth.
Luz and I will always remember how he welcomed her to this country with a big hug and a how's my girlfriend ?
Mr Dunn we be forever fondly thought of.
Joseph Barna
November 18, 2008
Jay and family, me and vicky send our deepest sympathy you and your family are in our prays. joe,vicky Barna
Dan Manders
November 18, 2008
Jay and family - our prayers are with you. I know your Dad is in a better place.
Christine Dunn
November 17, 2008
What a world this would be if everyone could be like Uncle John.
Aunt Betty, Pam, Steve, Jay and family - our hearts go out to you.
Terry and Chrissy
John Sullivan
November 17, 2008
To Jay and family,
Jay, my deepest sympathies on the passing of your Dad. I will regretfully be away the next couple of days, but you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. - Sully
John D Diggins,Jr.
November 17, 2008
I am quite sure that God has provided a special place for Johnny!
I always was very proud to know and have been positively influenced in my younger years by John.
John Riley
November 17, 2008
To Betty and family:
I express my condolences to you and the extended family during this time of mourning. I'm sure John is up there with my mother praying for us here on earth. That is three pillars of St. Bernard's that I know of that have passed away this year--John, my mom, and Ann McGrail. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
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