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Bill Douglas Dunaway

1957 - 2014

Bill Douglas Dunaway obituary, 1957-2014, Burleson, TX

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1957

DIED

2014

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Bill Dunaway Obituary

Bill Douglas Dunaway, 57, passed away peacefully Tuesday, Dec. 2, 2014, at his home in Burleson. Service: 3 p.m. Saturday at Laurel Land Memorial Chapel. Interment: Laurel Land Memorial Park of Fort Worth. Visitation: 6 to 8 p.m. Friday at Laurel Land Memorial Chapel. Bill was born April 13, 1957, in Fort Worth to W.F. and Louise Dunaway. He attended and graduated from O.D. Wyatt High School. He married Pam Dunaway in August 1985 and was a longtime resident of Burleson where he owned and operated his own company for years. He attended and professed his faith at First Baptist Church of Burleson for many years. Bill was an avid hunter, fisherman and family man. He was a member of bass clubs over the years and was a current member of United Bass Association in Burleson. He was a great man, father, idol and friend to many. Bill was preceded in death by his father, W.F. Dunaway; and son, Billy Don Dunaway. Survivors: His loving wife, Pam Dunaway; mother, Louise Dunaway; sons, Brandon Dunaway and wife, Michelle, and Robert Richardson; granddaughters, Kellie Dunaway and Emma Pedigo; many loving cousins and relatives; and a host of other family and wonderful friends.

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Published by Star-Telegram on Dec. 5, 2014.

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Boyd Faulknor

July 7, 2025

It's weird that I was thinking of you just a few days ago , then I find your obit tonight. R.I.P. my friend, I'll see you later

Debbie Still

December 3, 2015

One year has passed, but the memories will never fade. Always in my heart. Debbie ♥

Billy Dunaway

January 3, 2015

There are no Words just feelings that stay with us and make us stronger to stand the test of time, just a blink and it only just begun,
no more tears in heaven

billy dunaway

January 3, 2015

There are no Words just feelings that stay with us and make us stronger to stand the test of time, just a blink and it only just begun,
no more tears in heaven

Debbie Still

December 17, 2014

Always in my heart.....The Dance.

Mary Contreras

December 10, 2014

Brandon...I just learned of your Dads passing and I just want to extend my condolences. May God Bless Your entire family during this difficult time. Thinking of you, just brings tears to my eyes n heart. Take care sweetie.

Steven Reynolds

December 6, 2014

Prayers for your family and hey tell my granny Gloria Deluca Chance her grandson Steven Reynolds says hi and I love her. :)

barbara rawdon fielding

December 6, 2014

My prayers go out to the Dunaway family. What a reunion Bill is having in Heaven. To be able to hold Billy Don & his Dad again would be the greatest feeling. I wish I could of been there today to help you all out. I just got released from hospital myself. I love you all very much. Think of all the wonderful memories you have of Bill. Put a smile upon your face for that is what he would want.
Love,
Barbara Rawdon
Fielding

Darcy Gregory

December 6, 2014

My Prayers to Pam and the family. .. I only met Bill and Pam a little over a year ago...Bill was a wonderful man and treated me like family.. I will miss you Bill. Pam, all of my Love to you... Darcy

George Roberts

December 6, 2014

Bill was a good friend and will be missed in the fishing world. He loved the competition in fishing tournaments. He is fishing with Jesus now.

Lynn Hough

December 6, 2014

You taught me alot when I first started at Metro. Your a great man. I will miss you.

Ginger chance

December 5, 2014

Prayers Bill u will be greatly missed & always remembered <3

Pamela Ratliff

December 5, 2014

My prayers may be silent to those around me, but our King and Savior hear them loudly. I am praying for the family and friends of Bill Dunaway. The Heavenly Angels have celebrated his life and given him peace with no pain or worries. May God touch your hearts and comfort each one through this time.

Mark Ables

December 5, 2014

Bill has been an inspiration to me over the years. Pam, my thoughts and prayers to you and your family.

Scott Lucia

December 5, 2014

A good man and a good friend. Gone too soon. Will miss you buddy!

Michele Dunaway

December 5, 2014

We love you and will miss you. Our lives have richly been blessed because of you. And we are left with nothing but loving memories. I'm honored to have been your daughter in law. And you've been the best Papa to Emma and Kellie. Lots of love as we continue to pray for peace in our hearts.

Mari Swain

December 5, 2014

Prayers and love to the family. May God wrap you in his loving arms with peace and comfort knowing Bill is dancing with his Father in heaven and no more suffering In the name of Jesus. I know he will be watching down from Heaven over you guys. Love to you all.

Shane Smith

December 5, 2014

Bill was a great friend and a great father I learned so much through him and his family over the years I was honored to get to visit with him a few days before his passing to let him know what him and his family have meant to me, please take comfort in knowing he is at peace and no longer suffering.

Chris & Stephanie Pribble

December 5, 2014

Love and Prayers sent to Pam & Family. Bill will be missed and remembered by many!

Alex Philips

December 5, 2014

Bill was a class act. A role model to many in his life including myself. His show of strength, perseverance and faith is something I strive for. I will miss our talks dearly. Prayers to Pam, Brandon & Michelle and the rest of the family

Amy Anderson Avarello

December 4, 2014

Bill was a great man and will be greatly missed. Prayers to Brandon, Pam, and family.

Kelly Montgomery

December 4, 2014

You and are in my thoughts and prayers. He will be missed by so many because he was loved by so many. I know that Bill, Billy Don and Bill Senior are having a wonderful time being together again in heaven. All my love, Kelly

Paula Anderson

December 4, 2014

Bill will be missed by all who knew and loved him. He was a great man with a big heart.

Rene' Vaughan

December 4, 2014

God Speed Mr. Dunaway. You will be missed.

Diane Still-White

December 4, 2014

What a wonderful father and friend he was. Pam and Brandon, you're in my thoughts and prayers. Love, Diane

Jef. Drummond

December 3, 2014

Bill...what a friend!!!...
Bill, a gentleman with a servant heart, always ready to help!
I will miss you, my friend!
Pam and the Dunaway family: May God bless and confort you.
We are praying for you.
Jef. And Sarah Drummond

Angi Vassar

December 3, 2014

My heart and prayers are with each of you during this difficult time. Just know that he's no longer in pain, and having the biggest fishing tournament ever up in heaven. I pray that his love radiate through each one of you, all the days of your lives. Love yall so much !!!

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