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Thomas Dunning Obituary
December 28, 1955 - January 6, 2024
Thomas (Lee) Dunning Jr., 68, passed from this life on January 6, 2024 in Tulsa after suffering a cerebral hemorrhage.
Born on December 28, 1955 in Tulsa to Thomas and Willene (Vaughn) Dunning. He earned a B.A. from Langston Univ. (Tulsa) and a MBA from N.S.U.
Lee practiced non-profit accounting prior to finding his calling in education and completing teaching and school admin certifications at NSU. Initially, he taught middle and high school mathematics before entering into educational administration as a Dean at East Central High School. He loved being an educator and worked diligently to provide the best possible opportunities for his students.
Married 40 years to his high school sweetheart, Karen, and blessed with two wonderful sons, Ian and Payton, he enjoyed coaching, running marathons, and cycling. He served with several non-profits and was awarded Leadership Tulsa's Paragon Award for board leadership. Lee was a citizen of the Cherokee Nation.
Predeceased by his parents; aunt and uncle, Carol and David Dunning. He is survived by wife Karen (McCall) Dunning, adult sons Ian and Payton, cousin Bill Dunning (Kim).
All are invited to his memorial, 10am, January 22 at Christ the King Catholic Church. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to OK Lab Rescue, Day Center for the Homeless, or Animal Aid.
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Rebecca J Joskey
January 22, 2024
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Ann Parish
January 19, 2024
I taught with Lee at Holy Family. He was a great teacher and a wonderful person. He and his family are in my prayers.
Dan Parish
January 16, 2024
I knew Lee back during my junior and high school days at Cascia. Always a wonderful man. May he rest in peace. And Karen, may you and your sons be comforted by the loving memories of his life with you.
Dan Parish
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