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1930
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2023
James Dunne Obituary
James Edward Dunne SR. April 3, 1930 – June 9, 2023
The Dunne family is very sad to announce the passing of their beloved patriarch, James Edward Dunne, Sr., who left us on Friday, June 9, 2023. "Jim/Papa" lived a long, happy, full life of 93 years and we are all grateful that our merciful God has brought him home. He is survived by his loving and patient wife of 65 years, Geraldine (Gerry/Gigi) Marie Dunne (nee Goss), and his six children, James Edward Dunne, Jr. (Julie), Denise Carson (Chris), Kathleen Dunne-Mason, Michael Dunne (Michelle), Courtney Swart (Jay) and Regina Smith (Kim). He leaves behind 19 grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren, whose frequent visits to see Papa were the joy of his life. We were grateful that we were all able to be with him at the end of his journey.
He was a frugal but generous man who sacrificed the superficial amenities in life to make sure all six of his children received a Catholic School education and a college degree. His deep faith, moral integrity, and unwavering dedication to loving his wife have set an example for all who knew him on how to live life with respect, honesty, and the moral tenets of his Catholic faith.
Anyone who knew Jim knew he was an extrovert and was happiest when he was surrounded by family and friends. He loved to sing, laugh, and dance. A very talented and artistic man, he attended Pratt Institute, a prestigious Art School in Brooklyn, NY, and was a prolific painter and photographer. Jim also had quite the "green thumb", participating actively with the local Chrysanthemum Society.
Family and friends are invited to pay last respects on Friday, August 11, 2023 at 11 a.m. for a Funeral Mass at Our Lady of Good Counsel in Vienna, VA (8601 Wolftrap Rd., SE, Vienna, VA 22180). The family will be receiving visitors wishing to pay their respects beginning at 10 a.m., prior to the Mass. In lieu of flowers, please consider donating to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital in his name.
May he rest in peace.
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