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Randy Dunlap Obituary

Randy D. Dunlap, 50 ROCKFORD - Randy D. Dunlap, 50, of Rockford passed away Friday, Feb. 4, 2011, in Rockford. Randy was born on Aug. 2, 1960, to Van and Susie Dunlap. Randy graduated from East High School in 1978, then went on to work for Chrysler for 23 years. Randy was an avid Cardinals fan as well as a fan of other sports. Randy is survived by sister, Diane (Henry) Burkum of Roscoe; nephew, Chad (Angie) Encheff of Poplar Grove; four great-nieces and -nephews; step-mother, Joan Dunlap of Loves Park; special friend, Pat Guerrero of Machesney Park; and several aunts and uncles. Randy was preceded in death by his parents. A memorial service will be from 2 to 3 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 8, in Sunset Funeral Home, 8800 N. Alpine Road, Machesney Park, with visitation from 2 p.m. to service time. For more information, visit sunsetfhmemgardens.com.

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Published by Rockford Register Star from Feb. 7 to Feb. 8, 2011.

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Sandy Hayden

February 11, 2011

Dear Diane, I am so sorry to hear about Randy. Even though it's been a long time since we've been in touch, I do think of you often. This is not the way I wanted to reach out to you. I'm so sorry for you loss. Sandy (Oberg) Hayden

Donna Reynolds

February 8, 2011

Diane and family,

I was so shocked to hear of Randy's passing. I have thought about Randy alot these past few years and wondered how he was doing. Robin, Rick and I send all of you our deepest sympathy and prayers.

Donna Reynolds and Family

Barb Key

February 8, 2011

Dear Diane and family. I was very sad to see that Randy has passed. I have thought about you kids over the years and often wondered where you were. Your Mom (crazy girl Susie) and my Mom Delores worked together years ago. My earliest memories were of your Mom washing your's and mine hair in a sink. We lived across the street from each other (twice). Susie was pregnant with Randy. The second time he was just a little guy like 5 or 6. I loved Susie (she babysat me) and boy did she love you 2 kids... do you remember this??? I can't remember exctly the words she would say to you kids.. something like this.. it was a little song she made up.... Daddy's gone fishin .. put the fish in the fryin pan and cook them all up??????? and she had Randy trained to say.. Daddy's gone to Pool Hall... he was so cute.. Your Dad so handsome... Susie just full of life and Red Hair or Strawberry Blonde.. We lived on Benton Street and then 7 th Avenue... I even babysat for you a few times. I just turned 57 and think your just a year or so younger... I have fond memories Diane of your family... Your Mom and Dad are holding him in their arms... Love always Barb Key (Spigarelli) 815-494-9626 call me sometime if you want to...

Karen Hilgart Reisetter

February 8, 2011

Diane & family, very sorry for your loss. Sorry I will not be able to make service, but you are in my thoughts and prayers.

robert haas

February 7, 2011

to randys family sorry to hear about your loss. i've worked with him at chrysler for the past 15 years. he was a good friend. my sympathy goes out to you.

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