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John DUMAS Obituary

Age 65 of St. Paul Passed away November 13, 2020, after a long struggle with COPD. Preceded in death by his parents, John D. and Jeanette (Palmer) Dumas; and brothers Mark and Matthew. Survived by siblings Suzanne (Eugene) Lee, Nanette Semelis (Jeff Clark), Jeannine (Peter) Kessler, Thomas (Pam) Dumas, Yvonne (Joel) Hanson, PiJaye (Alex) Weispfenning, Nicole (James) LaValle; 18 nieces and nephews; 17 great-nieces and nephews and one great-great-nephew. John was a life-long resident of St. Paul, except for his time in Germany with the U.S. Army. He had a fun sense of humor and maintained a positive attitude, even when confined to his home due to his illness. He kept busy texting his siblings and became the hub of family communication. He was a gentle soul who will be greatly missed by many. A special thanks to Joel Hanson for enriching John's last years with his friendship and help wherever needed. Private interment at Fort Snelling National Cemetery.


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Published by Pioneer Press from Nov. 19 to Nov. 22, 2020.

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Tim and Cheryl Mulcare.

January 16, 2021

Our heartfelt condolences to your family. So many fond memories with Johnny and your family.

Eternal rest grant onto Johnny oh Lord and let the perpetual light shine upon him. May he Rest In Peace.

Tommy - text us at 612-751-1627. We would love to hear from you.

Ken M.

December 20, 2020

I enjoyed working with John. His sense of humor and appreciation of good conversation and classic rock was wonderful. He will be missed. His service to his country is appreciated.

nadine moss

December 17, 2020

Rest in heaven

Nadine Moss

December 16, 2020

I just found out u passed away. Gonna miss talking to u and going to get u your famous lottery tickets rip my friend

Linda

November 28, 2020

Its been many years since I have seen John and the Dumas family. We had many good times over at their house during our growing up years. I never forgot that John Sr's nickname for him was "Golden Boy!" I am sorry to hear of his passing and I pray your hearts can heal and find peace. Linda Krenz

John Kjellberg (Dack)

November 21, 2020

I am sorry to hear of Johnny’s passing.
Like Bobby said plenty of memories and great times with Johnny & Mark., I remember Johnny being in the Army and writing letters back & forth.
My sincere condolences to his family.
John Kjellberg (Dack)

Sheila Stuart

November 21, 2020

Sorry to hear of your loss. Johnny was a character and a flood of memories from years gone by came back. Terri and I send hugs Nanette.

ROBERT J SWANSON

November 20, 2020

When I heard of Johnny's passing it brought back a lifetime of memories of time spent with the Dumas family. I send my deepest condolences for the early passing of yet another brother. Below is a childhood picture that I hope will bring a smile to Johnny's siblings.
Bobby Swanson

ROBERT J SWANSON

November 20, 2020

I'll miss seeing Johnny walking from his home on Grand Ave. Hill on his way over to visit with his sister Jeannine. I would often see him visiting when I was sitting on my mother's (Joan) front porch. On occasions I would offer to give him a ride back to his home on Grand. Hearing of his passing has brought back all my memories of the whole Dumas family throughout my life. My condolences for your early loss of yet another brother. Bobby Swanson

Gina Bifulk

November 20, 2020

Sue and Family - thinking of you all as you say goodbye and honor your brother.
Gina Bifulk

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