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Adele Dungy Obituary
Upon completing High School she attended the School of Radiology in Blue Island, Illinois where she earned a certificate in Radiology Technology. A career which she was proud of and dedicated to at Methodist Hospital and finally St. Mary's Medical Center where she retired in 2004 after 38 years of service. Following retirement, she along with her son Jerald founded and operated Milestone Daycare where she actively shaped the lives of infants and small children throughout the city of Gary. Always putting others above self, she was able to provide love and generosity to whomever crossed her path.
In 1962 she met the love of her life James C. Dungy in Gary, Indiana and was blissfully married to him on April 24, 1965. They shared the ideal marriage for 43 years, until God called her home. To this blessed union two children were born, Jerald Calvin Dungy and April Joi Dungy.
She was welcomed at Heaven's gates by her parents, Lovell and Velma Cox, and two siblings, Jonathon and Eddie Cox.
She leaves to cherish her earthly memory, her devoted husband, James; son, Jerald (Deborah); daughter, April; grandchildren, Maatii, Jerald II, and Grace; siblings; Essie (Jack) McConnico, of Birmingham, Alabama, John (Trudy) Cox of Eutaw, Alabama, Pearlie (Willie) Seltz of Gary, Indiana, Cleveland Cox of Gary, Indiana, Lovell Jr. (Alberta) Cox of Tuscaloosa, Alabama, and Cora Harrison of Gary, Indiana; and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, extended relatives, and friends.
Visitation will be on Thursday at Guy and Allen Funeral Home, 2959 West 11th Avenue, from 12 to 8p.m. with the Family Hour beginning at 7 p.m. The funeral will be held at 11 a.m. on Friday, September 12, 2008, at First Baptist Church at 626 West 21st Avenue in Gary, Indiana with Reverend Bennie Henson officiating. The Internment will be at Fern Oaks Cemetery, 1518 East Elm Street in Griffith, Indiana.
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Gina Hill
September 18, 2008
Mr. Dungy and Family, May God be with you through this time of sorrow. Mrs. Dungy was a wonderful person. I didn't see her much but on occasion she and I would send students to each others centers. Our last encounter was at the Kappas' Black and White ball and she looked wonderful. She was truly a jewel. I will forever remember her kindness, love and her spirit for life. God bless you all. The funeral was a wonderful home going. I know she loved it.
Savelia Johnson
September 16, 2008
To James Dungy & Family:
I was so sorry to hear about Adele and the silent of her beautiful voice.
She now sings in God's Heavenly choir. May God Bless you and give you peace.
S.Jean Johnson
former of Career Center & First Baptist.
20/20 Eye Specialists
September 15, 2008
To The Dungy Family,
From the staff of 20/20 Eye Specialists we offer our sincere Condolences and Prayers
Betty Evans
September 14, 2008
Mr. James Dungy & Family,
Our prayers are with you and your family. Know that God Is Able and he will see you threw.
With Christian Love Mr. Larry & Betty Evans
Victoria Williams
September 12, 2008
Cora, Cleveland and all of your family,
May God Bless each and everyone of you and give you strength at this time of sorrow.
Marshall Blalock
September 12, 2008
April,
I am saddened to hear of the loss of your mother. I pray that God will strengthen you, your family, and all whom your mother touched during her lifetime. Surely God creates us all for an intended purpose, and we return to God in hopes of fulfillment on a life well lived.
Monique Wilson & Family
September 12, 2008
April, Jerald and Mr. Dungy,
I am so very sorry to hear of your loss. In ways it's my loss too you all are like family to me. I love you and may God comfort you as he welcomes one of his own home.
Pat Larkin
September 12, 2008
John & Trudie and all your family,
You are in my thoughts and prayers; your Sister looks and was obviously a beautiful woman.
Bill Best
September 11, 2008
April & Family:
I am sorry to hear about your loss. I hope you find comfort in knowing that she walked by faith. May your memories will be met by the gratitude of your heart.
Sharon Coghlan
September 11, 2008
April - so sorry to hear of your mother's passing. My best to you and your family, and hope you're all well. Fondly, Sharon Coghlan
Ethel Ahmed
September 11, 2008
To the Dungy Family:
You were allowed to have one of God's angels for a short while; but now, He has other plans for her and has called her home. Your sorrow is shared by all who knew her. I am especially grateful for the tender, loving care that she gave the grandchildren we shared. Rest in peace , Adele, you will never be forgotten.
Beverly Watkins
September 11, 2008
Jerald & Family,
I pray that God will give you strenth, peace, and comfort during this difficult time.
Minerva Brown-Thomas
September 11, 2008
Our prayers are with you. Many good memories are shared with Adele and the Cox family in the Big Bend comminity(Tuscaloosa, Al).
Remember (Rom.8:28)
And we know that all things work together for good to them that love God.
The Brown Family,
John Peter, Robert, Wash,
Martha, Edna, Marshell,
Mattie, Minerva, Dr. Billy,
& Tommy
Frances Bush
September 11, 2008
You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Torie V. Grafton & The Grafton Family
September 11, 2008
You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Joyce Miles
September 11, 2008
God is near to those who love him our family is with you in your time of need. Joyce Miles & Allyne Hawkins
Elmer\Imogene Edwards Neighbors
September 11, 2008
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Charles Pickett
September 10, 2008
Jerald, Deb and Family, my thoughts and prayers are with you all during this difficult time. Please call on me if there is anything I can do for you. God Bless....
Angela Patrick
September 10, 2008
To the Entire Dungy Family:
You all are in my thoughts and prayers at this time of your lost. Matthew 5:4 says, Blessed are those who mourn , for they will be comforted. Know that at this time of loss God is comforting you all. Be Blessed.
Annette Dorsey
September 10, 2008
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Jacqueline Thornton
September 10, 2008
Please accept my deepest sympathies.
Vivian Epinger
September 10, 2008
Jerald, may God continue to hold you and the kids, April and your dad in his loving arms during this difficult time. May your faith in the Lord continue to help you and your family endure.
Mr. & Mrs. Derek Stokes
September 10, 2008
To the Dungy family Matthew 5:4 Blessed are they that mourn: for they shall be comforted. This is our prayer for your family and may the peace of God rest in your hearts.
Annette Sims
September 9, 2008
To the Dungy Family,
My heartfelt sympathy is extended to your family at this time. Your wife and mom was such a warm and beautiful person. We will be greatly missed. She has gone to sleep for her final time. Please know that she is resting peacefully with no more pain. May God bless and keep you.
Wendell Harris Sr.
September 9, 2008
James, Gerald I & April, Our prayers and condolences to the Dungy families. May God be with everyone in their time of need.
Wendell Sr., Mary Ellen & Lura B. Harris
Clifford Caldwell
September 9, 2008
Mr. Dungy and Family,
I was sad to learn of the passing of Mrs. Dungy. My thoughts and prayers are with you during your time of sorrow.
Dorothy Williams-Johnson
September 9, 2008
To Jerald and the entire family of Adele Cox Dungy. I am sorry to read about the passing of Mrs. Dungy. Jerald and his family lived across the street from me on W 20th Pl. some years ago. Jerald, just know that she may be physically gone but she will live on in you! God bless and keep you all.
Joe shives
September 9, 2008
Mr James Dungy and family,
Sorry to hear of your love one's passing. No expression of sympathy-no matter how deeply felt can help much right now, butI had to let you know that our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this time.
Joe Shives and family
Florine Weston (HCSC)
September 9, 2008
My prayers and condolences to the Dungy Family.
sherlene shaifer
September 9, 2008
Dear Dungy Family:
My heart is very heavy because of the news that I received. The word of God say "Let not your heart be troubled". When I think about Adele I can hear her voice singing "Everyday isa day of Thanksgiving". She blessed my soul with her voice.
I pray that you will cherish her memories with each other. Gtandchildren pray and thank God for your grangmother. Jerald and April continue to do God's will and take care of those babies. James look to the hills for your help. God bless each and everyone.
Carl and Dorothy Champion
September 9, 2008
The Champion Family and the DancExcel Family offer our condolences to your family as we celebrate the homegoing of Adele Velma Cox Dungy. Her spirit shall live in all of us forever.
Shirley Warrington
September 9, 2008
James & family, I am sorry to hear of the passing of Adele. She was a wonderful person and I'm glad to have known and to have sang in the choir with her. Now she will be using her alto voice in the Heavenly choir for the Lord. May the Lord' bless you and your family. You have my deepest sympathy.
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