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John Dunlap Obituary
Age 84, of Minerva, died Friday, Oct. 9, 2020 in Aultman Hospital. He was born Dec. 18, 1935 in Holloway, Ohio to Leslie and Mildred (Clemens) Dunlap. He retired from TimkenSteel - Gambrinus Roller Plant after 30 years of service, where he was a supervisor. He is a graduate of Holloway High School and is a US Army Veteran. He is a life member of Augusta Lodge #504 F&AM and a former member of the Edgewater Golf Club and a member of the Edgewater Hall of Fame. He was an avid sportsman and golfer.
He is survived by his wife of 63 years, Emily (Wilson) Dunlap whom he married Sept. 4, 1957; two sons, Terry (Lisa) Dunlap of Minerva, Christopher (Julie Anna) Dunlap of Newton Falls; daughter, Sheri Morckel of Canton; seven grandchildren, Josh (Julie) Morckel, Toni (Eric) Troyer, John H. (Heather) Dunlap, Leslie Kay (Andrew) Burman, Connor, Liam and Aiden Dunlap; eight great-grandchildren, Madelyn, Isaak and Noah Morckel, Kellen and Grady Troyer, Julie Marie and Lena Dunlap, Ruby Burman. He is preceded in death by nine brothers and sisters and a great-granddaughter, Willow Irene Burman.
A private family service was held at the Gotschall-Hutchison Funeral Home in Minerva. Burial was in East Lawn Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Diabetes Association. Those wishing to send condolences may sign the online register at www.gotschallfuneralhome.com
Gotschall-Hutchison Funeral Home, 330-868-4900
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Memories and Condolences
for John Dunlap
Lucinda Hoopes
October 29, 2020
Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always. Thoughts and prayers to Emily and the family.
Lynnette Gallina
October 16, 2020
Emily, Sheri, Terry, Chris and Families ~
Please know that Lynnette and I send our most sincere energy of prayerful encouragement and a big hug to each of you. Life's journey allowed us to connect with each of you and your families on so many occasions, from our growing up years in school, to football and high school activities, to raising families, to living and working together in Minerva. Behind it all were our great parents and family members. Your dad was a big part of this "team". Thank you for allowing us to be a part of your family in the ways shared above. My John's voice now find a home in each of your hearts.
With care ~ Mike and Lynnette Gallina
John and Chris Cook
October 16, 2020
So sorry to Sheri and family in the loss of your loved one!! Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers. May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Theresa Sebrell
October 16, 2020
Sincere sympathy for the passing of John. Prayer and love to the family during this difficult time. Theresa, Tim & Jarrod Sebrell
Terri Pollock
October 15, 2020
John and Heather, I'm so sorry to read of the passing of your grandfather. You and your family are in my prayers. Terri Pollock (from the NCYMCA)
Cheryl J Skinner Tri-State Military Museum
October 15, 2020
May the love of God surround you and your family during this difficult time,
May you come to know that the love of God is with you always,
May your memories of John C. Dunlap, give you peace, comfort and strength
Rest now in the arms of our Lord your mission on earth is complete.
I thank you for your service to our Country and my Freedom. You will not be forgotten.
My thoughts
and prayers to the family of .
US Army Veteran, John C. Dunlap, is “A True American Hero” God Bless†
† Greater love hath no man than this, that a man lay down his life for his friends. John 15:13 †
Chuck Hart
October 14, 2020
Terry, Chris and Sheri,
My sympathies on your loss. I remember your Dad when we were all in the same neighborhood growing up. He was a good guy.
Chuck
Doug & Patti Lewis
October 14, 2020
Sorry for your loss. Prayers to the family in this time of sorrow.
Niles and Sandy Betz
October 14, 2020
Terry and Lisa may God bless you and your families in this time of sorrow.
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