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Robert Dunham Obituary

Dunham, Robert "Bob" age 83, loving husband, father, and grandpa/papa, passed away Monday, July 27, 2020. Bob was born the son of Clyde and Beatrice Dunham in Wichita, KS. He attended West High School and joined the U.S. Navy and served on the U.S.S. Bradford and the U.S.S. Ulvert M. Moore. He served for three years, where he was able to see the Pacific world. Bob attended Harding University and Pittsburg State University following his service. In 2000, Bob retired from Beech Aircraft after 36 years as an Industrial Engineer. Bob was an avid golfer, fisherman, hunter and enjoyed watching football. He was preceded in death by his parents; a brother, James Dunham; a sister, Juanita Beck; and three step-brothers. Survivors include: wife, Donna L. Dunham; daughter, Deborah (Robert) Blakney, of Coinjock, NC; son, Rodney Dunham, of Topeka, KS; step-son, John (Julie) Speer, of Rockwall, TX; step-brother, Elmer Dinwiddie; niece, Denise Pelz; nephews, David Dunham, Dale Dunham, Philip Hight; and numerous grandchildren. A Celebration of Life service will be at 1 p.m. Friday, July 31, at Resthaven Mortuary Chapel. Memorials have been established with the American Heart Association, 1861 N. Rock Road, Ste. 380, Wichita, KS 67206 and American Macular Degeneration Foundation, PO Box 515, Northampton, MA 01061-0515.

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Published by Wichita Eagle on Jul. 30, 2020.

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Donna Your wife

July 24, 2025

Once again another anniversary of God calling you home is here.. Thank you my Love for the signs you show me you are still here, they mean so much to me. Until we´re together again, please keep sending us those signs. Always and Forever you have our love

Donna (your wife)

July 24, 2024

The days and years fly by and it still seems like yesterday that God took you home. Forever and Always, you and I.

Donna your wife

July 24, 2021

Missing and loving you as much today as I did many years ago. Until we´re together again you´re in my heart, thoughts and prayers always. We decided on forever and that´s the way it is.

Donna Dunham

October 26, 2020

Forever and Always You and I, I miss you and

D T

August 1, 2020

Please accept my condolences . I'm so sorry for the loss of your loved one. May the word of God comfort and strengthen you. 2 Thessalonians 2:16,17

Virgil and Lou Windholz

July 31, 2020

So sorry Sending hugs and love

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Harry Simpson

July 30, 2020

Fair winds and following seas sailor.
"Boatswain... Standby to pipe the side... Shipmate's going Ashore..."

Thank you for your service to this nation.

Pamela Rodehorst

July 30, 2020

My fondest memories of Bob is playing volleyball in the pool. He loved to get together and bond with everyone over a game. He always had a smile on his face. We will miss you Bob.

American Heart Association

July 30, 2020

May your memories of the wonderful times you shared with your loved one comfort you and your family, today and always.

Roger Matthews

July 30, 2020

My deepest condolences the Donna and the family.

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Celebration of Life

1:00 p.m.

Resthaven Mortuary & Gardens of Memory - Wichita

11800 West Highway 54, Wichita, KS 67209

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