Add a Memory
Send Flowers
Make a Donation
John Michael Dunn Obituary
He graduated from Ypsilanti High School and attended Washtenaw Community College and Eastern Michigan University. He served honorably as a munitions specialist for four years in the United States Army. He was a construction manager and tradesman for Dunn Construction, a family-owned business started by his father, John Dunn. He then went on to work as an independent craftsman and high-end finish carpenter.
John moved to Cleveland, Tennesse in 2024 to bring his autistic brother Ty closer to a large group of relatives from his father's side of the family. John continued to always love and care for his brother Ty, which he has done since his father, Mike Dunn, passed away several years ago.
John had a great love of music, golfing, boating, fishing, hiking, cooking, the outdoors, and his dog.
John was preceded in death by his parents John and Diane (Harmon) Dunn, grandparents Louis Douglas (L.D.) and Dorothy Harmon, grandparents John and Juanita Dunn, sister Patty Dunn, and his uncle Mark Harmon. They all lived in a close-knit community in Ypsilanti, Michigan for most of their lives.
His grandfather, LD Harmon, was a Naval officer who flew the Vought F4U Corsair in the Korean War from the aircraft carrier USS New York. He then founded Harmon Brothers Construction with his brother Lloyd Harmon, owned 2 Famous Recipe Fried Chicken restaurants, built and owned the Harmony House hotel, and met his wife Dorthy, an executive assistant, while they were both working at Kaiser-Frazer automobile company.
John is survived by his brother Ty Dunn, his aunt Denise (Harmon) Caliendo, and her 3 children. He is also survived by many loving family members in Cleveland, Tennessee, who lovingly welcomed John and Ty into their family.
He will be missed and remembered by all those who loved him.
Rest in Peace, John.
With love,
Aunt Denise
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
4 Entries
Candy Hoff/Garrett
September 13, 2024
I always will remember him marching us somewhere in formation. He made me laugh quite often. From training in Gulfport to stationed in Hawaii. He will be missed.
Eric Sherer
September 12, 2024
I met Dunn in the army back in the early 2000s in Hawaii where we served together and and became good friends he always had a big smile on his face and was all about his hairDunn my brother you were gone way too soon you will be missed rest easy my brother we'll catch up in Valhalla the world is a lesser place now with him gone my condolences goes out to his little brother Ty and family
Joshua Anders
September 12, 2024
John was my room mate and best friend in the Army in Hawaii. We reunited years later and then lost contact about 2010. I will miss my friend and brother in arms. Rest easy my friend until we meet again. I miss you and all your laughter and crazy big smile. To the good memories and the best of times. Cheers brother!
Marisa (Smith) Carpenter
September 9, 2024
John was like a third older brother to me growing up. Lots of great memories, including a trip to Colorado that he made so much more fun for us! He lived down the street, so we spent a lot of time with him and his family. They were so kind and treated us like family. I will miss him!
How you can show support
Donate in Memory
Make a donation in memory of your loved one.
Add photos
Share their life with photo memories.
Plant trees
Honor them by planting trees in their memory.
Follow this page
Get email updates whenever changes are made.
Send flowers
Consider sending flowers.
Share this page
Invite other friends and family to visit the page.
Showing 1 - 4 of 4 results
Make a Donation
in John Michael Dunn's name
How to support John Michael's loved ones
Honor a beloved veteran with a special tribute of ‘Taps’ at the National WWI Memorial in Washington, D.C.
The nightly ceremony in Washington, D.C. will be dedicated in honor of your loved one on the day of your choosing.
Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?
What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?
Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?
We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.
Read moreResources to help you cope with loss
Estate Settlement Guide
If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.
Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast
Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.
Read more
The Five Stages of Grief
They're not a map to follow, but simply a description of what people commonly feel.
Read moreWays to honor John Michael Dunn's life and legacy
Obituary Examples
You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.
Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples
These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.
Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?
Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.
Read more
