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Irene Dunne Obituary
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Irene Watson Dunne, a public health manager for the U. S. Department of Health and Human Services, died June 7, 2003 at Atlanta Medical Center. She was a 50-year employee of the Federal Government. A native of Atlanta, she graduated from Girls High School and Georgia State University. She earned graduate degrees from Georgia State as well as Clark Atlanta University and was a published poet. She was a lifelong member of Druid Hills Baptist Church and a Sunday School Teacher. Mrs. Dunne was preceded in death by her parents, Aubrey A. and Annie Ruth Sewell Watson; and also husband and son, Eugene E. Dunne, Senior and Junior. Immediate survivors include sister, Eleanor Watson Anderson and husband Leslie of New Smyrna Beach, FL; and brother, J. Robert (Bob) Watson and wife Dorothy of Atlanta; as well as two nephews and three nieces. A graveside service will be held at Arlington Cemetery on Wednesday at 3:00 P.M. with Dr. Harold Zwald and Rev. Jonathan Spencer officiating. In lieu of flowers, the family would appreciate memorials to Druid Hills Baptist church in her memory. Visitation will be Tuesday evening from 6 to 8 P.M. at A. S. Turner & Sons.
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Laura E. Stone
June 21, 2003
I thank God for placing Irene in my life's path. I not only had great respect for her as a co-worker but I shall never forget that beautiful personality.
David Wood
June 10, 2003
Irene will be greatly missed. I work with Irene for some 20 years. She was a very special person. Full of life and just a real pleasure to be around. We even did some work related travel together and her dedication to her job was another plus for her.
My condolences goes out to the family. I know you miss her. However, her faith has given her a much better home.
Dave Wood
Naomi Bailey
June 10, 2003
Irene Dunne was a dear friend and co-worker who we shared lunches and computer times together. She will be truly missed.
Irene was a wonderful and fun person to be around.
Wallace Copeland
June 9, 2003
I worked with Irene for over 20 years and am so saddened by her passing.
Everyone loved Irene!!
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