Richard "Dick" Dunham
1932 - 2012
Richard "Dick" Dunham
1932 - 2012
Obituary
Guest Book
Richard Dunham Obituary
Our beloved Husband, Father, Step-father, Grandfather & Great Grandfather earned his angel wings Sunday whilst holding his wife Pat Gwin Dunham's hand after a short strong fight with Acute Myloid Leukemia.
Proceeded in death; Parents, Richard Fredrick Dunham & Marie Spivey Dunham and older Brother Don Dunham.
Survived by brothers; Gary Dunham and wife Jan, Laird Dunham and wife Dolores. Brother-in-law; Clyde W. Gwin and wife Georgeanna
Children; Phyllis Dunham, Daughter, Richard K Dunham, Son & wife Sue.
Step-Children; Alan D. Overton & wife Dolores, Renee Davy Oakum & husband Todd, Andrea E. Overton and partner, Jon.
13 Grand Children & 3 Great Grand Children.
Born in Houston and a graduate of Austin High School, Dick served in the Navy as a Dental Technician. Dick spent most of his career in sales in various venues most prominent with the design and manufacturing of incinerator's designed for the medical waste disposal industry.
He and his wife Pat had the opportunity to travel internationally as well as through and around America in their Motorhome which they loved spending time in with their good friends & playing golf. He and his son Richard enjoyed many good hunting trips together and his Grandchildren were his greatest joy.
He was truly a man larger than life. He will be remembered as a kind and loving man with an infectious character and always a true friend.
A celebration of Dicks life will be held in the near future at the family's home in Houston
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Kathy
January 24, 2013
I'm sure you will be missed by your children and family. Rest in peace dear.
Bill Stephens
November 15, 2012
The last time I saw Dick I was 50 years old, and was introducing him to my Mother-in-Law. I didn't know quite how to categorize him because he was not family, but he was certainly more than a friend. When I hesitated at how to introduce him, he interjected, "I helped raise this boy". All I could think was, There's a lot of truth in that. I'll carry him (and his raising) with me forever.
May 21, 2012
Thinking of you during this difficult time--of sadness, may you find comfort in the sympathy expressed by your friends and love ones -- He was a wonderful man I will miss him. My thoughts and prayers are with each of you.
Hugs, Doreen
Irvin Hungerford
May 18, 2012
You were a good friend. We had a lot of good times when we were kids. I'am sorry that I lost touch with you when I moved out of Houston in 1963 but I'am glad we were able to reconnect in the last few years. Paula and I enjoyed Pat and your visits when you came through Rio Rancho on your way to visit Pats son and family in Durango, Colorado. I'am glad you call me before you started your treatments so we could talk about old times and about whatyou were going through right then. I'am going to miss you old friend.
How you can show support
Send flowers
Consider sending flowers.
Add photos
Share their life with photo memories.
Plant trees
Honor them by planting trees in their memory.
Follow this page
Get email updates whenever changes are made.
Donate in Memory
Make a donation in memory of your loved one.
Share this page
Invite other friends and family to visit the page.
Angelica Pogson
May 11, 2012
What a special man, who I will always remember very fondly and with a great big smile.
Renee Davy Oakum
May 2, 2012
Best man ever, miss and love you
Rick Redick
April 30, 2012
So grateful we got to have him in our lives and so sorry he is gone.
Deedie Gentry
April 29, 2012
My sincere condolences for your lovely family. Thanks for providing some good memories in our younger days. Always envied your family - Fred, Marie and the guys and the love and commaradie you experienced.
Deedie Gentry
Pearland, TX
Showing 1 - 8 of 8 results
13001 Katy Fwy, Houston, TX 77079
Make a Donation
in Richard Dunham's name
How to support Richard's loved ones
Honor a beloved 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
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 moreResources to help you cope with loss
How to Cope With Grief
Information and advice to help you cope with the death of someone important to you.
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 moreWays to honor Richard Dunham's life and legacy
Obituary Examples
You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.
Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples
These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.
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
