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William VanGundy Obituary

VanGUNDY (FOOR) William "Bill" VanGundy, received the desire of his heart to see his Lord Jesus Christ face to face in paradise on Saturday, April 3, 2010. He was born August 29, 1918, one of 12 children of William and Minnie Mounce VanGundy. He graduated from Groveport Madison High School, Class of 1937. He married Esther Petty in 1940. She preceded him in death January 20, 2002 after 62 years. He served his country in the United States Army as a Machine Gun Squadron Sergeant and was 134 days and nights on the front line in the 263rd Infantry 66th Black Panther Division, 42nd Rainbow Division, European Theatre, WW II and was a Bronze Star recipient. He retired from Capitol Manufacturing (div. of Harsco) after 30 years service. Survived by daughter, NaVena Carol Foor; son, Jack (Marsha) VanGundy; brother, Dorwin VanGundy, FL; grandchildren, Danny (Julie), Darin and David (Jennifer) Foor, Casey, Clancy (Trish) and Chance (Hope) VanGundy, Courtney (Charles) Hess; great-grandchildren, Daniel, Caroline and Elayna Foor, Cheyenne, Skye, Trace, Blaze and Breeze VanGundy and Cole Hess. Family wishes to give honor to the memory of Bill's sisters Helen and Mayme, Michael Figliola, Henry (Jack) Petty, Bill Krumm and Maribell and Sheldon Root, all who showed loving kindness to our loved one throughout their lives. Special thanks to Dr. Michael Poland, Pastor James Meredith, tender nursing care at Echo Manor, especially Lisa Echo and John, Odyssey Hospice, Jean Ann and Larry Hilbert, all who have gone above and beyond to show God's love and care. Friends may call at the MYERS-WOODYARD FUNERAL HOME, Groveport, Wednesday 5-8 p.m., and then at the Groveport United Methodist Church, 1 hour prior to service Thursday 11 a.m. Rev. Jim Meredith officiating. Interment Glen Rest Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the Groveport United Methodist Church, 512 Main St., Groveport, OH 43125. Praises be to God in resurrection celebration for the life and wonderful faith filled example sent by our loved one. Psalm 145:4 One generation shall praise thy works to another and shall declare thy mighty acts. By Jerry P. Myers, Director.

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Published by The Columbus Dispatch from Apr. 6 to Apr. 7, 2010.

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April 8, 2010

NaVena, so sorry to hear about your dad. We thought and talked about him often but never did make it back over to visit and do regret that. We would have been to the funeral but I just got caught up on the obits on my desk at noon and saw that the funeral was at 11:00. So sorry we missed it. We will be praying for your family in this great loss. Take care of yourselves. The Lako's

Garry VanGundey

April 7, 2010

I might not know him, but my name is Garry VanGundy. I am so sorry to read about this and pray that everyone is ok. Please except my prayer for him and the family that he had to leave to go to his home in heaven.

Kay Carter

April 7, 2010

I want Bill's family to know how much I really liked Bill. I didn't remember ever meeting him until he started coming to church and sitting in the little "cubbyhole" where Elsie and I always sat. I began to sit next to him and we talked a lot and discovered our birthdays were on the same day. I always sent him a birthday card. One evening at an Emmaus meeting when I ask Navena how he was doing, she said "its YOU who he has been talking about!!!" :o) That made me feel really good. So - my condolences to the family. I really liked that guy! (I cannot visit the funeral home because of a medical test in the morning. Sorry - but can't help it.)

Bill Branscomb

April 7, 2010

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

April 7, 2010

Dear NaVena,

We are so sorry to hear of your loss. Your dad was a wonderful man, and will be greatly missed.

The staff at Tender Nursing Care

April 6, 2010

Dear VanGundy Family,

Our sincere sympathy in the passing of your father, William. We gratefully acknowledge his service to our country so that we can embrace the freedom we have today.

Sincerely,
Buckeye Military Moms, Chapter 9
Blue Star Mothers
Worthington, Oh

April 6, 2010

Thank you for your service to our country. You sir, are a true American Hero. God bless you.

Veteran

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