Photo courtesy of Swartz Funeral Home - Flint
Flushing, Michigan
DUNLOP, Bruce James ?BJ? ? Of Flushing, formerly of Fenton, age 77,
died Sunday, November 15, 2015.
Funeral Mass will be celebrated at 10:30 a.m. Friday, November 20, 2015 at St. John Catholic Church, 600 North Adelaide, Fenton, Father Dwight Ezop officiating.
Burial in Sunset Hills Cemetery with a military graveside service under the auspices of the Marine Corps League Flint Detachment #155 Honor Guard.
In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to St. John Catholic Church in Fenton.
Visitation 5-8 p.m. Wednesday and 12 noon-8 p.m. Thursday at the Swartz Funeral Home, 1225 West Hill Road.
Mr. Dunlop will be at the church from 9:30 a.m. Friday until the time of the Mass.
Bruce was born in Flint, Michigan on October 29, 1938.
He graduated from Flint Northern High School Class of 1956.
He took pride in his employment at Coca Cola in Flint after serving in the U.S. Marine Corps.
Mr. Dunlop was employed by IBEW #948 as an Electrician for 18 years before working for General Motors Fisher Coldwater Road for 21 years, retiring in 1996.
Bruce was a dedicated parishioner at St. John Catholic Church.
He was also a member of Moose Lodge #430, Fenton Eagles Aerie #2460, UAW Local 326 and IBEW #948 and was a member of American Legion Post #64.
He was passionate about spending time with his family at the Higgins Lake Cottage and golfing with his buddies.
Surviving are children, Matthew and wife Kelly Dunlop,
Dave and wife Sue Miller of Flushing,
Christine (Miller) and husband James Brooks of Texas,
Tara Dunlop-Kimbrue and husband Todd Kimbrue of Swartz Creek,
Benjamin and wife Mandi Dunlop of Flushing;
grandchildren, Reganne, Alaska, Christopher, Jefferson, Savanah, Sullivan, Ryan, Daniel and wife Hope, Casey, Tanner, Callyssa, Jasmine, Joslynn, Jessica, Grace, Griffin, Gentry, Mallori and Bishop;
great-granddaughter, Ashlynn and another expected in the spring;
sister, Denise and husband Robert Hooks of Lake Fenton;
sister-in-law, Sheila Dunlop of Minnesota;
Carolyn Curry Dunlop siblings and their families;
many nieces and nephews.
Special thank you to the entire staff at Medi Lodge of Montrose for all their care and support.
He was preceded in death by his wife, Carolyn, on October 6, 2004; his parents, James "Scotty" and Patricia Dunlop; brother, James Dunlop III.
Our deepest sympathies on Bruce's passing. I was happy to have seen him last summer when I was in Michigan. I have very fond memories of both Bruce and Carolyn growing up in Flushing, and he'll be missed by the entire Heenan family. Love to you all,
Shelly Putnam Al-Hadrami
November 21, 2015
Sorry to hear of Mr. Dunlop ' s passing. I did not know him but what I have read and heard about him his son Matt must take after him. So sweet and kind. Glad he is part of our family.
Joyce Fogle
November 20, 2015 | Clarksville, IN
To the Dunlop family: We were so sorry to hear about BJ's passing. Your parents were great friends with our parents, and for many years and we enjoyed many outings together. BJ and Carolyn were two of the nicest people we have ever met. Please accept out deepest sympathies for your loss.
-Family of Jerry and Geri Krzeszewski
Jeff, Cathy and Cindy
November 20, 2015 | Davison, MI
years have gone by I knew a Bruce Dunlop and his brother James when I lived on e.taylor st and dunlops lived on bonbright st.his picture looks like him back in the day in that neighborhood.If it is I am so sorry that he passed.we all wish we could keep up with the people we have known in our lifetime.keep your memories of your families and keep close to GOD.every thing will be good.
lloyd sellers
November 19, 2015 | Grand Blanc, MI
So very sorry to hear of Bruce's passing. Please know our thoughts and prayers are with all of you. We have known Bruce for over 50 years and our families enjoyed numerous activities together. God Bless his soul.
Beckie (Clarence) King
November 19, 2015 | Bokeelia, FL
I had the honor of getting to know Bruce while taking care of him at Medilodge of Montrose. I was his midnight aide and he always made sure I was ok and made me laugh. sorry for ur loss he was an awesome guy!
Angie Chant
November 19, 2015 | Chesaning, MI
My condolences to his Bruce's family. I worked in the same department at Coldwater Road for several years. He and his partner Jim July were always it seemed up to something. BJ was easy going and easy to talk to. If I remember correctly I bought an Uncle Henry pocket knife from him that I still have. I think of him whenever I see it. A good electrician and fellow union member/ GM employee. R.I.P. BJ.
Carl Gagne
November 19, 2015 | Flushing, MI
I will miss you Uncle BJ. My heart goes out to all my cousins, Aunt Denise and Bob. Our thoughts and prayers are with you . Lots of love!
Debbie and Pat Clark
November 18, 2015 | Columbia Heights, MN
I've had the pleasure of getting to know Bruce for about a month, my heart broke when I heard this terrible news. Prayers go out to the family.
Alexis Barajas
November 18, 2015 | Clio, MI