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David Bunch Obituary

DAVID L. BUNCH HOBART, IN

David L. Bunch, age 66, passed away on Sunday, March 27, 2016. He is survived by his loving wife of 24 years, Cheryl. L. Bunch (Bright); dear children: Kimberly (Ronald) Hans, Michelle (Michael) Jeffers, Jessica Bunch and Alexis Bunch; cherished grandchildren: Andrew, Lilly, Kaylee and Hunter; sister, Sandy (Rick) Allen. David is also survived by other dear family members. Preceded in death by his parents: Guy and Mildred Bunch; son, Keith Bunch and sisters: Rita, Becky and June. David proudly served his country in the Navy during the Vietnam War aboard the USS Simon Lake. He was employed with Team Industries for 20 + years. David was an avid hunter who enjoyed collecting guns and knives. He loved his family along with his dear pet dog Sid. David will be truly missed by all who knew and loved him. Military honors will take place on Saturday, April 2, 2016, 6:00 p.m., at Calumet Park Funeral Chapel (7535 Taft St. Merrillville, IN) Friends are invited to visit with the family on Saturday from 3:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to David's family. For info call 219-736-5840. www.calumetparkfuneral chapel.com


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Published by The Times on Mar. 31, 2016.

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Daney Ferguson

April 1, 2016

Dave persevered for quite some time with all that he had to deal with. He held on to family and friends to the end. Dave was my very dear friend. He will truly be missed. God's Blessings on the whole family; wife, kids, grandkids, friends.

Bill & Sonja Beller

March 31, 2016

Our love and prayers go out to the family. May the God of the universe give you peace and comfort in this trial!

March 31, 2016

I am sorry to hear of your loss. I will be praying for you and your family during this difficult time. Stay strong until we are all together again. Rich Dale

Hattie McGehee

March 31, 2016

My heart goes out to you and your family. I am reliving my last month with my Dave. I am so sorry that you all have to go through this but God is still good and he has a plan for all of you. Praying for strength and comfort for you all. Love you all so much

Erica Thorner

March 31, 2016

Dear Bunch Family, my condolences. He was a great family man and one of my favorite patients.

Denise Post

March 31, 2016

Cheryl and girls, we're so sorry for your loss. Losing a loved one is never easy, especially when they were a part of your lives for such a long time. Know that we're thinking of you with lots of love and hugs!

Kathleen Vanhentenryck

March 31, 2016

David was my cousin .my prayers and condolences to the family.he will be missed. Rip david

George Fage

March 31, 2016

My condolences to the family! I will miss him, I was lucky enough to work with Dave at Team for 10 years.

Donna Hurt

March 31, 2016

Cheryl and the whole family, Delvin and I considered David to be a good friend. We loved the times we spent with your whole family celebrating birthdays and holidays. Delvin always enjoyed visiting with David and we loved seeing his knives and other memorabilia that he would bring out for us to see. I wish we could be there but please know that we love y'all and will be praying for you.

Mike Fesko

March 31, 2016

Cheryl and family -
So sorry to hear of your loss. Should you need anything please let me know. Prayers to you and your family.

Judy Buster

March 31, 2016

My thoughts and prayers for the family

March 31, 2016

My thoughts and prayers for the family.

Rosemary Muniz

March 31, 2016

My condolences to the family, my prayers for peace and strength to all who loved and cared for him. May he be cradled by peace in the Lords arms .

Sandra and Rick Allen

March 31, 2016

David Bunch was my brother and I will miss him dearly. Prayers to all the family and friends. I love you David R.I.P

David Sepke

March 31, 2016

Will always remember you with Dale Knapp,Paul Edmonds and myself at Hobart High

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