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2018
Roberta Chunn Obituary
August 30, 1936 - January 18, 2018
Roberta was retired from Mercy Hospital in Merced, California after 40 years of service before making a new home on the Oregon Coast in Florence. Her major accomplishments were being a Registered Nurse Certified in Obstetrics, NAACOG Member, European Travels, Exploring the United States, beautiful Counted Cross Stitch creations, her love of animals and the Mother of five children.
Roberta had a passion for her nursing career and it has been figured that she helped to bring in over 20,000 babies in the Merced County area and was highly regarded by the medical community. Roberta donated her remains to Medical Science through the local University.
Roberta is survived by her Sister, Joyce and husband, Ted Meza of Los Banos, California; Brothers-in-Law Donald Chunn of Rockingham, North Carolina and Richard Peters of Modesto, California; Daughter, Kim Marie Gonzalez and husband David of Reno, Nevada; Sons, Dennis and wife Becky Chunn of Eugene, Oregon; David and wife Una Chunn of Placerville, California; Robert Chunn of Oceanside, California; Edward and wife Angelina Chunn of Springfield, Oregon; and eight Grandchildren and eight Great Grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents, Earle and Judy Durkee; Sisters, Barbara Bradley, Deanna Bennett and brother-in-law, David Bennett; Sisters-in-Law Sandra Peters and Jean Chunn.
A memorial service and mass to commemorate Bobbie's life will be held Saturday, May 19, at 11am at Saint Mary, Our Lady of the Dunes Catholic Church: 85060 South Highway 101, Florence, Oregon. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made to a local No Kill Animal Shelter or the ASPCA.
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for Roberta Chunn
May 10, 2018
This wonderful lady was my OB department supervisor from 1988-1998. So sorry to hear of her passing. Lot of good memories. Cathy Blankenship, Fayetteville, Ga
Loretta Headrick
April 18, 2018
In 1972 when I was 22, Roberta soothed me and protected me during 3 days of labor which finally delivered a daughter that we knew would not survive. She was a wonderful, caring person and a compassionate nurse during those difficult days. I have always remembered her fondly. I am sorry for her loss. May warm memories of Roberta bring comfort to family and friends
Ellisa Naumann
April 17, 2018
Mrs. Chunn was my OB supervisor from my hire date in 1979 until her retirement. She was one of the first two OB RN's in Merced to be certified "Inpatient OB Nurse" by NAACOG (now AWHONN). With her encouragement and support, I was certified in 1981. I remember her sitting in her "office" in L&D area when Mercy Hospital was located on M St. and Bear Creek Drive. She seemed to always know what was happening, especially in L&D. She was readily available to doctors and her staff to chat, discuss stuff, advise and listen. Mrs. Chunn was a "working" supervisor; she scheduled herself regular shift time and worked the floor. In those days, there was either an RN or LVN in the nursery, and an RN in postpartum/L&D along with either an LVN or CNA. We were a close group, like a family. And Mrs. Chunn (I could never call her "Bobbie") lead us. God Bless You Mrs. Chunn.
GLENDA GRAHAM
April 16, 2018
She was my favorite boss. A co-worker of mine gave her the nickname "Chunny Bun". Bobbie got a kick out of the name and promptly gave the co-worker a nickname of her own. I remember Mrs. Chunn with great fondness.
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Linda Montoya
April 15, 2018
When I was a nursing student, before I graduated, this wonderful women asked me to work in her dept. Those were the best years of my life! Thank you Mrs Chunn, you will be missed. Love to your family during this difficult time
Ann Novotny Baucom
April 14, 2018
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Henry
April 13, 2018
Roberta's life choice was that of giving and also that of assisting those new to life a healthy start. It is truly appreciated to see devotion and sincere passion for the life God gives. Sorry for your loss. Psalms 62:11,12.
M B
April 11, 2018
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
April 11, 2018
You are not alone during this time of sorrow and pain. May God give your family strength and comfort to help you endure this loss. As you remember your beloved one, the God of peace give you comfort and peace in every way. May you find Strength from the love and care that surrounds you and comfort in the memories that you shared. Please accept my sincere condolences. 2 Thessalonians 2 15,16
April 11, 2018
April 11, 2018
Please accept my dearest and heartfelt sympathy; I am so sorry for your great loss. May the God who "binds up the brokenhearted" and "comforts all who mourn" sustain your family during this challenging time. Isaiah 61:1,2.
April 11, 2018
please accept my sincere condolences. May knowing that you are in the thoughts and prayers of many bring a measure of confidence and Comfort. We look forward to the time when all things that cause sickness and death will be eradicated by God's Kingdom. Matthew 6: 9, 10
A Cleveland
April 11, 2018
Please accept my deepest and heartfelt sympathy. I am so sorry for your loss. May the God who binds up the broken-hearted comforts all who mourn sustain your family during this challenging time.(Isaiah 61: 1,2.) Sincerely.
April 11, 2018
Our condolences to the family. May God fulfill his promise of binding up the brokenhearted. Isa 61:1
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