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John Dunnagan Obituary

John "John Boy" Lewis Dunnagan

June 8, 2025

Durham, North Carolina - John "John Boy" Lewis Dunnagan, 77, passed away peacefully on Sunday, June 8, 2025 at his home in Durham surrounded by family. He was born in Durham, the son of the late James Felton Dunnagan and Ruth Thompson Dunnagan. In addition to his parents, Mr. Dunnagan is also predeceased by his wife, Linda Moore Dunnagan.

Mr. Dunnagan was a lifelong employee and retiree of Duke Power Company. He loved people, being surrounded by family and friends. Mr. Dunnagan loved the outdoors, especially motorcycles, sport shooting, fishing and being close to the water.

Mr. Dunnagan is survived by his son, James Edwin Dunnagan (Adrienne Pate Dunnagan); grandchildren, Linda Michelle Vestal (Justin), Kristen Dunnagan Cannada (Stevie); great-grandchildren, MaKenzie Benson Vestal, Gavin Wright, Mason Crabtree; brother, James Norman Dunnagan.

A graveside service will be held at 10:00 am on Thursday, June 12th at Woodlawn Memorial Park with Dr. Norman Gordon officiating.

Flowers are accepted or contributions are preferred to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital: 501 St. Jude’s Place, Memphis, TN 38105.

The family is being assisted by Clements Funeral & Cremation Services, Inc. in Durham. Online condolences can be made at www.clementsfuneralservice.com.

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Published by The News & Observer from Jun. 9 to Jun. 11, 2025.

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Janie Carmack

June 12, 2025

Johnny was a fun loving guy ,I remember when he was married to his wife they were so cute together,you will be missed John Boy

Sylvia Beasley

June 11, 2025

So very sorry for your loss Eddie. Sending prayers for you and your family.

Denise Parrish

June 10, 2025

Eddie, Thoughts & Prayers for you & your family. I´m a retired Progress Energy/Duke employee & remember you there.

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Woodlawn Memorial Park

2107 Liberty St., Durham, NC 27703

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