Bruce Lavern Dunn

DUNN, Bruce of Flint, MI, age 78, died March 5, 2026. A Funeral Service will be held at 11

AM Monday, March 16, 2026, at Calvary Presbyterian Church, 6100 Richfield Rd., Flint, MI

48506; Reverend Pete Scribner officiating. The family will receive visitors from 10–11 AM

Monday, March 16, 2026, at the church.

Bruce was born in Flint, Michigan on October 25, 1947, the son of the late Bernerd and

Ruth Dunn. He graduated from Kearsley High School, Class of 1965, and served in the

United States Navy from February 1967 to November 1970. Bruce married Diane Burwell

on October 12, 1968.

A skilled carpenter by trade, Bruce dedicated his career to woodworking, a craft he took

great pride in and continued to enjoy throughout his life. In his free time, he enjoyed the

outdoors, especially hunting and fishing. He also loved riding motorcycles and participated

in ice racing. One of his favorite activities was camping with his wife, Diane. Over the years

they traveled to many campgrounds, making lasting friendships and many good memories.

Music was also an important part of Bruce's life. He played the euphonium and trombone

and was an active member of several local ensembles, including the Flint Symphonic Wind

Ensemble, the Flint Concert Band, and the Genesee Wind Symphony. He was especially

proud to have been part of the Flint Symphonic Wind Ensemble since its first season in

1966.

Bruce was preceded in death by his wife of 53 years, Diane Dunn. He is survived by his

children, Stephanie Goodman and Michal Dunn; six grandchildren; four great-grandchildren;

and many other loving family members and friends.