Dean C. Bunge Sr.

Dean C. Bunge, Sr.

AGE: 69 • Wilmington

Dean C. Bunge, Sr., age 69, of Wilmington, DE passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, January 11, 2017. He was the son of the late Lucille C. Bunge.

Dean was a graduate of Wilmington Friends School, as well as Goldey Beacom College. Before retiring, he was an assembler at General Motors for over 20 years. Dean was a U.S. Army Veteran serving during the Vietnam War. He was the current Post Commander of the J. F. Spear VFW Post #615, as well as a member of the Coast Guard Auxiliary and the American Legion.

Dean was a devoted family man. He treasured spending time with his grandson, Braden. Dean will be remembered for his many stories and dry jokes, as well as a Trivia buff. He was always kind and nurturing to all children.

In his spare time, Dean loved any outdoor activities, especially surf fishing, shooting and flying kites. In years past, he loved to go camping with his children. At Christmas, he could be found visiting children as Santa Claus. Dean could always be found listing to his favorite band, the Grateful Dead.

Dean was predeceased by his loving wife of 43 years, Maureen D. (Cartwright) Bunge. He is survived by his daughter, Victoria Earhart and her husband, Curtis; his son, Dean C. Bunge, Jr.; his grandson, Braden Earhart; many nieces and nephews; as well as his beloved dog, Lucy.

Family and friends may visit on Thursday, January 19 from 5 to 7 PM and again on Friday, January 20 from 10 to 11 AM at Doherty Funeral Home, 3200 Limestone Rd., Wilmington, DE 19808. A Celebration of Dean's Life will be held on Friday, January 20 at 11 AM at the funeral home. Interment will be held on Friday, January 27 at 11 AM at the Delaware Veterans Memorial Cemetery, 2465 Chesapeake City Rd., Bear, DE 19701.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the VFW National Home for Children, 3573 Waverly Rd., Eaton Rapids, MI 48827.

To offer condolences, visit www.dohertyfh.com 302-999-8277.