Richard-Bunger-Obituary

Richard E. Bunger

Phoenix, Arizona

1937 - 2014

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Richard E. Bunger Richard E. Bunger, 76, long-time Arizona pioneer and successful entrepreneur, passed away on Friday, May 16, 2014 at his Dutch Joe Ranch located in the Arizona rim country. Richard was born to Claude Turner and Naomi Loretta Bunger on August 29, 1937. He grew up in the...

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Loretta Bunger 13

Will always love you, dad.

I am so sorry of your loss. Richard and I immediately connected-he was a warm and generous man with a great vision for fulfilling his dreams and leaving a legacy of experiences with nature and building self sufficiency. As soon as Richard and I met, he invited my husband, Greg, and me to his Dutch Joe Ranch. When we visited, he opened his home to us and took us on a tour of the many miles of ranch property, encouraged us to fish in his ponds, and showed us his many artifacts.
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My condolences to the Bunger family, I liked
visiting with Dick was a good business neighbor. Very smart guy.

Dad with Doug and Cody. The real cowboys!

I only had the pleasure of speaking to Mr. Bunger over the phone on two occassions regarding a business venture. That lead to stories about him being a Phx FIrefighter on a ladder truck and many more. I could tell he was a special man and only wish I would've made the trip to the Dutch Joe sooner to get to meet him in person and listen to his stories, R.I.P. REB
Sincerely, Mike Brewer MFMD FF/Medic L214A

I want to extend my condolences to all of the family. My father was Naomi Bunger's cousin and he always loved her very much. While I didn't know Richard personally, I've heard Naomi speak of him with pride and love many times. it appears he was a very remarkable and accomplished man.

Please accept our deepest sympathies. He will surely be missed on the Mogollon Rim. Wish we had known him better.

Our deepest sympathy for your loss. Dick will surely be missed, he was one of a kind and a great mentor

I love you Uncle Dick. I'll miss you so much. I will promise to keep in touch with Annette and Loretta and help them always as much as I can as I promised you I always would. Our whole families prayers are with Grandma and all your family.~Lesli, Pat, & Nathan Contreras (520)661-1962 my cell~please call me anytime.~ We're in Tucson but always able to come to Phoenix or Prescott or up to the ranch if any of you ever need help with anything. Much love always, with deepest sympathy.