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Edward Dunlap Obituary
Edward N. "Coach D" Dunlap age 77 passed away Tuesday May 17, 2016 at Jackson General Hospital in Jackson TN. Born January 16, 1939 to the Late Earnest M. Dunlap Sr. and Lillian Wicks, a retired Educator of The Memphis City Schools serving as Football and Track Coach with Memphis Technical, East and Sheffield High Schools for 35 years. He was a graduate of Booker T Washington and Arkansas A M&N College {University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff}. After graduating college he served in the United States Air Force. Upon an honorable discharge he returned to continue his education at Memphis State University where he received his Master's Degree in Education and Administration.
Coach D was preceded in death by his wife Berna Carolyn Jones-Dunlap, Son, Daryl Edward Dunlap and 5 siblings: Earnest Dunlap Jr, Joyce R. Dunlap Collins, Thomas J. Dunlap, Cheryl Dunlap Buckner, and Shirley Dunlap Manning.
He leaves to cherish his memories a devoted and loving daughter, Berna Caryl Dunlap of Jackson, son, Eddie Danyelle Dunlap {Annette} of Memphis, 2 Sisters, Linda R. Dunlap-Farmer of Memphis and Marva Dunlap of El Paso, TX, 1 Grandson, Deaobry L Dunlap {Shantee} of Olive Hurst, CA, 1 granddaughter Emaria Dunlap of Memphis, 3 great grand sons, Cedrick Davis, Deaobry II and Dominic Dunlap, 1 great granddaughter Tayshia Davis all of CA, along with a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and dear friends.
A memorial service will be held in Jackson TN on Thursday May 26, 2016, 2pm at George A. Smith and Sons 2812 North Highland Avenue.
George A. Smith and Sons North Chapel, (731) 427-5555.
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Michelle Bowen-Graham
May 31, 2016
Coach Dunlap was such a wonderful man and leader. During our time together, he stressed to me and many others the importance of getting a good education and to remain focused at all times with no distractions.
For we know that to be absent from the body is to be present with The Lord. To The Dunlap Family: Please know that Earth has no sorrow that Heaven cannot heal. May the memories of your loved one live on forever in your hearts.
May 28, 2016
Coach Dunlap was one of the best teacher and coach that we had at Tech. I pray that God will continue to comfort you and your family as you go through this difficult time. In Jesus Name, amen
May 25, 2016
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Ronnie Fields
May 25, 2016
I knew coach when I was a student at Tech High School around 1972..He was my all time favorite teacher and had a real impact on my life. His encouragement to focus on sports kept me out of trouble ..and he watched me closely...once when a friend and I "skipped " early to avoid an assembly, he followed us to the pool hall, saying if we could make it back to school before he did there wouldn't be any extra laps at football practice. He took his time and we made it! He was very good to me and I came to appreciate him more and more as the years went by. I am sorry to hear of his passing. Condolences to all the family on the loss of "Coach". Sincerely, Ronnie B. Fields, Jr.
Emma Davis
May 25, 2016
I thank god i got to meet you at east high school in took track from you my heart is heavy because you were a very caring intelligents person you will be surly miss love you mr Dunlap.
May 25, 2016
ED was one of my favorite cousins.We shared lots of memories of hanging out with our dads,he kept my children out of trouble at EAST High they loved coach Dunlap and so did I..God Bless Family ((hugs))
May 25, 2016
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
Devonda Nelson
May 25, 2016
Berna, so sorry for your loss my dear friend. You are forever in my prayers!
Angela Morton
May 23, 2016
Sorry for your loss Berna! If you need anything let me know.
ronnie b fields jr
May 23, 2016
he is surely going to be missed by me, i looked for him in memphis for a long time, i played football for him at tech high school, he was a hoot and always treated me with respect. growing up i did'nt have a dad, he was like a dad to me, i was just a little white boy from nothing he made me feel like i was something, wish i had known he lived in jackson where i've lived for 30 yrs i would of visited him, rip coach, love you.
Randy Cowgill
May 22, 2016
So sorry for your loss. Coach Dunlap was my P.E. coach at Memphis Tech in 1971. He was a great guy that loved his students and loved to have fun. I know that he will be missed. RIP Coach.
Helen T. Jones
May 22, 2016
My prayers are indeed with the family and once again two college roommates will be looking out for each other...Ed and "Big John."
Stephanie R. Brown
May 22, 2016
My uncle, my friend...helped me to become the person I am today - through his love, guidance kindness and humor. He will always be in my heart.
Love always,
"Bernice"
Sandra Pate-Hall
May 22, 2016
Remembering Doacj Dunlap from my Memphis Tech days. Remembering seeing him so many times in the office in the mornings checking all the late folks in. Rest in Peace Coach
Berna Dunlap
May 22, 2016
There is no way I can express the heartache I feel right now. He wasn't the perfect father, but he was mine. He fought a good fight until the end and though I realize he is in far better place with our Lord and his wife and son, I miss him beyond belief. I don't know just what I will do without him, but what I do know is that he will forever my Knight in Shining Armor looking out for me just as he did the day I was born. I love you my daddy, Rest in Peace.
Berna Dunlap
May 22, 2016
My heart is broken and I miss him beyond words, but I know that he will forever be my knight and shining armor watching over me just as he did the day I was born. Rest In Peace Daddy. Love you much.
Susan Gratson
May 21, 2016
Mr. Edward will be greatly missed. Our thoughts and prayers go out to the Dunlap family.
Susie Gratson & Tracy Taylor
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