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Earl Dunn Obituary
GREENSBORO — Mr. Earl S. Dunn died on Friday, October 1, 2010 at Wesley Long Hospital.
A graveside service will be held on Friday, October 8, 2010 at 3 p.m. at Boggy Cemetery in Clifton, Texas. Clifton Funeral Service is in charge of the service in Texas.
Mr. Dunn served in the United States Coast Guard as a Motor Machinist Mate during World War II. He was a business owner in the concrete industry throughout his career in Greensboro. He was an avid golfer and enjoyed playing with his many golfing friends in the area.
Mr. Dunn is survived by his brother Weldon Dunn and wife Peggie of Arlington, Texas; sister Frances Koen and husband Hillman of Hope, Arkansas; brother-in-law Don Svedelius and wife Carolyn of Oak Ridge, North Carolina and numerous nieces and nephews, including Pam Wilson and husband Paul of Mocksville, Kim Tucker and husband Reggie of Stokesdale, Don Svedelius and Neil Svedelius of Oak Ridge, and three special great nieces.
Mr. Dunn was predeceased by his wife Julia and brothers Olin and Harrell.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the American Heart Association at 202 Centreport Drive, Suite 100, Greensboro, NC 27409.
Condolences may be offered to the family at www.forbisanddick.com
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October 13, 2010
I have lived next door to Lou (Julia) and Earl Dunn for 21 years. It was difficult losing Lou in 2009 but losing Earl a tremendous loss not only to me but to my neighbors on Sagamore Dr @ The Cardinal. Earl was a most generous man and always looked out for his neighbors. He always enjoyed good food and he especially enjoyed his weekly golf game with his buddies. One of my fondest memories was when he asked me to do a rain dance several years ago during a drought. Needless to say we both got a kick out of it when it rained the next day. I never imagined that when I took Earl to Wesley Long ER on Wednesday that he would not be coming back home. I will miss him terribly. Toni Tagert
Sharon Young
October 9, 2010
I am so sad to hear of Earl's passing. I had the pleasure of knowing him for such a short time, but he was always a joy. He ate breakfast regularly at the restaurant where I work part-time. I loved to discuss politics and baseball with him, and he he always appreciated a good joke! I will always remember Earl fondly, as will everyone who knew him at the Olympic Family Restaurant.
Tammy Blizzard
October 6, 2010
Our dad Colvin Staley worked for Earl for many years in the concrete business. He and Lou were very special people to our family. Mom would have me call Earl every time I was in town to see her. He will be greatly missed.
Sincerely,
Tammy and Lyn Blizzard
Doris and Teresa Staley
Joyce Bradford
October 6, 2010
I have had the privilage of knowing Mr. Dunn for several years.I enjoyed playing golf at Country Hills Golf Club with Mr. Dunn.He was a pleasure to be with & was a true gentleman.I will miss him, but will always remember him as a Friend.My deepest sympathy goes out to the family at this time.
Gurnie(Tim)Pendry
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Pamela Tucker
October 6, 2010
Kimberly Svedelius Tucker is my daughter-in-law. I met Uncle Earl several years ago at the Svedelius's house. He was a very special person whom I as well will never forget. We like to talk politics. My thoughts and prayers go out to all of his family in Texas and here in North Carolina.
Linda Spencer
October 6, 2010
I grew up in the house behind Earl and Louise's residence in the Guilford College area many years ago. They both were very special neighbors/friends whom I shall never forget. My brother and I loved them dearly. Our deepest sympathy goes out to the family at this time.
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