Alma Lowry Dunkum

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Alma Dunkum Obituary

Name: Celebration of Life for Alma Lowry Dunkum
Start: 2022-10-10T18:00:00.000Z
Location: Derbyshire Baptist Church

DUNKUM, Alma Lowry, passed away September 19, 2022. Alma had 95 great years on this earth and definitely lived each one to the fullest. She loved her family, extended family, friends, Lakewood Manor and Derbyshire Baptist Church. She was preceded in death by her parents, William Thomas Lowry and Bessie Baker Lowry; her brother, Henry C. Lowry; and her husband, Bennie L. Dunkum. She was a devoted wife to Bennie, a perfect mother to Craig and Mary Anne, a wonderful grandmother to Bryan and Lauren, Brandon and Jayne, Christina and Hunter and a proud great-grandmother of Jackson, Hank, Landon, Porter, Sophia and Reagan. She enjoyed playing Mahjong, dining with friends, visiting with her grandchildren and great-grandchildren, singing with the Golden Tones, watching the Braves and her grandchildren and great-grandchildren playing sports, listening to music and being independent. She always had a smile on her face, a kind word for all, a willingness to help and advice on most subjects. She especially enjoyed creating homemade cards for the family for all special occasions by sharing her thoughts, memories and good wishes in a handwritten note. We all will miss her beautiful smile, her caring heart, her deep love, her friendship and her special way of making everyone feel good about themselves. She was truly an angel on earth! There will be a celebration of Alma's life at Derbyshire Baptist Church on Monday, October 10, 2022, beginning at 2 p.m., followed by a visitation and reception at the church. In lieu of flowers, we ask that you please make a donation to Derbyshire Baptist Church in honor of Alma.

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Published by Richmond Times-Dispatch on Oct. 2, 2022.

Memories and Condolences
for Alma Dunkum

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9 Entries

John A. Harler

January 10, 2023

Jane and I are so sorry that we were not aware of Alma's passing until now. We have such fond memories of Alma and Bennie. It was a privilege to be their physician for many years. She will be greatly missed by all. Blessings to Craig and Mary Anne and the children. Love, John & Jane Harler

Shaun and Diana Hendrick

October 9, 2022

Sending our condolences to your Family. We remember Alma's good natured and her sweet smile. Thinking about you and wishing you peace and comfort at this time of sadness. Sincerely,
Shaun and Diana Hendrick

Diana Blackburn Mahoney

October 6, 2022

Alma and Bennie were intoduced by my mom when my mom was at John Marshal High School. Alma was my mother's bridesmaid, and when was born, she and Bennie decided to have Craig. Alma was a mom to me and to my sister and stayed as my mom's dear friend until my mom passed in 1996. I was fortunate to have he in my life for so long. The last time I visited in mid September she said she missed my mom so much and always thought they would grow old together. Now they are together with Bennie and my dad and heaven has gained an angel.

Joanne W. Walters

October 6, 2022

Alma and Bennie were in the office space next to me years ago and we were such good friends. I loved them both so much! I remember a party at their River Road house that was just wonderful; in fact anything they did was wonderful. I am so happy that Alma lived the life she did with all of her grand children and great grandchildren. How fortunate for her son and daughter in law ! I just can't express adequately the love I had for her. She was a wonderful human being and we were all blessed to have her in our lives.

Tom and Noreen Brown

October 3, 2022

Alma was a wonderful neighbor when we lived at Hathaway.
She always insisted that there were too many muffins or cookies in the package so we just had to take them. She always had stories of her growing family. She was lucky to have a great family that included her in everything.

Buddy Parcell

October 3, 2022

what a wonderful southern belle who made everyone's life better! My sympathy to Craig, Mary Anne and family. Buddy Parcell

Billie and Alan Davis

October 3, 2022

We cannot imagine life without Alma!!! She remains the perfect hostess, a wonderful wife, a loving Mother, Grandmother, and Great-grandmother. We admired and loved her so much and will miss her immensely!!! May God grant your family comfort and peace knowing that Alma and Bennie are together again!

Donna Sandefur

October 3, 2022

Craig: so very sorry to hear of your sweet Mama´s passing. She was a special lady.

Richard Jr Kemper

October 2, 2022

A fine lady that impacted my life. I had the pleasure of knowing her family and especially her son Craig. May she rest in Peace, and may the perpetual light always shine upon her.

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