Bemis Ford Hunsberger

Bemis Ford Hunsberger

Bemis Hunsberger Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Apr. 22, 2008.
Bemis Ford Hunsberger 91, passed away April 20, 2008. He was preceded in death by his loving wife, Theresa; and all seven of his siblings, Agnes Culp, Cora James, Forrest Hunsberger, Treva Gongwer, Mabel Beck, and his triplet sister and brother, Beatrice Johnson and Paul Hunsberger. Bemis was born on a farm in rural Indiana and became a master mechanic and a lifetime member of the Operating Engineers Local 428. He was also a master Mason 32°. His work on major construction projects took him to many places in the United States and countries overseas. In his younger years, Bemis attended Fort Wayne Bible Institute in Ft. Wayne, Indiana, with a hope to work in the ministry and become a missionary. Bemis moved his family to Tucson in 1956 and joined the First Baptist Church that same year, remaining a devoted member until his death. He is survived by his son, James (Penny) Hunsberger; daughter, Carol (Tom) Clark; grandchildren, Marlene (Bradford) Rubinoff, Jason (Angela) Clark, Aaron (Larissa) Clark; great-grandchildren, Wyatt Rubinoff, Connor Clark, Ryan Clark, Korbin Clark; and many friends. Visitation will be held 5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m., Thursday, April 24, 2008 at ADAIR FUNERAL HOME, 1050 N. Dodge Blvd. Funeral service will be held at 10:00 a.m., Friday, April 25, 2008 at ADAIR FUNERAL HOME, 1050 N. Dodge Blvd., with burial at East Lawn Cemetery, 5801 E. Grant Rd. Following the service, family and friends are invited to the home of Jason and Angela Clark.

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April 24, 2025

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April 17, 2025

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April 16, 2024

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Aaron

April 24, 2025

Hey Grandpa, is that time again where you popped up as a memory. However I do miss you quite a bit and think about you often. I recently had brought you up quite a bit in conversations with friends and remember what a well traveled individual you were. While looking up an underwater volcano somewhere in the Indian Ocean and I wanted to see how far away Johnson's atol was from the epicenter. Sorry to report, it closed down in the '90s. Spent quite a time looking for pictures of you which I didn't find. Brought up your time you spent in Southeast Asia while bragging about the furniture you brought back with a co-worker. Lastly was able to use your time spent there in the Middle East and when my mom and Aunt Penny visited you. Your work with the union provided you many opportunities that few people are able to experience and I'm happy that you were able to Not only experience that but bring the memories and goodies home with you. I love you very much and think of you often.

Carol Sue Clark

April 17, 2025

Thinking of you, dad, today and always. The pink crepe myrtle bushes you planted for me and Tom back when you were in your late 70's or early 80's are coming into beautiful bloom again at our home. You used to say 'you can take the boy off the farm, but you can't take the farm out of the boy'. You truly had a green thumb. Just one of the many many things I admired and appreciated you for. Tom and I are grateful your and mom's gravesite is being well cared for at the Dignity cemetery at East Lawn Palms. You took additional care of the site all the years you could, and we are doing the same. Much love and gratitude in my heart for you.

Aaron Clark

April 16, 2024

Grandpa, its hard to believe it's been 16 years since your passing. I still think of you often and cherish the memories we spent gardening or just running around in the Jetta doing errands with Spottie and Freckles? Always wish you would have got that Kaiser running. I hope to leave you another message 16 years from now.

Aaron

April 11, 2023

It's been a long time Grandpa. Was thinking about you. Hope you and Grandma were reunited at those pearly white gates. I miss and love you very much.

Carol Eisenmann - Spears

April 24, 2008

Hi Jim, Penny, Carol & Tom: Just want to extend our sympathy from our family - Wanda, Ron, Carol - and all our kids and grandkids. My mom was blessed to call Teresa her best friend, and we all know Bemis is in a better, happier place. I love you all - Carol Eisenmann - Spears

Peggy Cusack

April 23, 2008

Wishing you peace at this time. My thoughts are with the Hunsberger family.

Mildred Bellah

April 23, 2008

Dear Jim and Penney, and all the Family, I send you my deepest sympathy, in the loss of you dear father and grandfather.
May God comfort each of you.
Love and prayers.

David, Rayeann, and Samantha Noyes

April 22, 2008

Our prayers are with the family. May God provide you peace during this difficult time.

Letha Vermillion

April 22, 2008

I always enjoyed Bemis' humor. I will miss him.

Dick and Judy Gongwer

April 22, 2008

We express our love, prayers and sympathy to our Tucson cousins and their children upon the death of their father and grandfather, Bemis.

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