Daniel Dunham
February 28, 1948 ~ October 16, 2011
Daniel L. Dunham, 63, Brooklyn, died October 16, 2011, at Community Hospital South. Mr. Dunham was born February 28, 1948, in Shelbyville, Indiana, to the late Heyward O. “Bud” and Shirley (Willard) McCarthy.
Following his graduation from Mooresville High School, Mr. Dunham proudly served 21 years in the United States Air Force, retiring in 1987. During civilian life, he worked for many years for the State of Indiana, Indianapolis Re-Entry Educational Facility. He was passionate about prison ministry and looked forward to working with his own ministry, Early Church Ministries. Dan was a recorded minister in the Quaker Church and was a faithful member of Bethel Friends Church, Mooresville. He was active in various military organizations, DeMoley, enjoyed golfing, Notre Dame football, and had also been an avid Boy Scouts volunteer. Dan will also be remembered for his interest in politics; he had been an independent candidate for the Brooklyn Town Council.
He was preceded in death by his sister, Cathy Lilly.
Survivors include his wife, Brenda (Howell) Dunham, to whom he was united in marriage November 21, 1981; step-mother, Ethel Dunham of Mooresville; son, K.C. Dunham of Louisiana; daughter, Tamiko Schaefer of Brownsburg; brothers, Steve Dunham of Mooresville and Frank Dunham (Leatha) of Martinsville; sisters, Cindy Webb (Brian) of Bloomington and Marla Fredrick (Randy) of Bloomington; a host of loving nieces and nephews.
The funeral service will begin at 1 p.m., Friday, October 21, 2011, at Carlisle – Branson Funeral Service & Crematory, Mooresville, with calling there from 11 a.m. Burial will follow in Bethel Friends Cemetery, Mooresville. Pastor Cameron Bottema will officiate. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Bethel Friends Church, Mooresville. Visit www.carlislebranson.com to share a favorite memory or to sign the online guest registry.
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He was my dad, Hard to pin down just ONE memory, Walking me down the aisle on my wedding day. Making sure we watched at least ONE Notre Dame football game together. The list goes on.. The man was my hero, and no words can express really what I am feeling right now.
Love You,Cousin Rhonda
Even though Dan and I hadn’t been brother-in-laws for since about ’89, when my oldest brother Rusty died and we were struggling to pay for the services and burrial, he not only performed the service but also got the VFW Honor Guard involved. It was a great day for me because of that even in all my sadness! Dan you always were a brother to me, now be with God, and we all will see you some day.
I remember the younger years. The family get togethers, and as we all grow up we all go are seperate ways. Danny was always a real gentleman, Go in Gods speed.And we will all gather again someday. Linda Drake Carter
I worked with Dan at the IN Boys’ School. He was a great and caring person. Go rest high on that mountain Dan. Your work here on earth is done. Brenda Stewart
As a fellow pastor and special friend from your time spent in Hillsboro, Ohio, Dan was a blessed and favorite golfing buddy. We enjoyed praying together and playing together on many occasions. Dan will be missed by many in this area. God bless you, and we are praying for you! Chuck Tabor Hillsboro, Ohio 2 Corinthians 5:5-9
Pastor Dan had a soft spot for my granddaughter Emma, when he did my Dad’s funeral and Emma wanted to say something about my Dad, Dan picked up Emma so everyone could hear what she had to say and when Emma was done Dan had tears in his eyes along with the rest of us. I will never forget what he said at Daddy’s service..’Everyone will remember him differently’. We will miss you Dan. Renee Atherton
Im getting old.I wrote a small note…which I hope u get.as im not good with all this.dan an his wife were wonderful people.he will be missed
Pastor Daniel Dunham was in the United States Air Force. He was assigned to various duty stations in Alaska and was a member of a group of prior Alaska radar site people who served in Alaska over its history. Pastor Dan was a member of our Yahoo Group since 2005. His communications and messages will be missed. Our hearts go out to his family and friends. Larry Smith SMSgt, USAF (Ret.) First Sergeant
I was stationed with Dan at Cape Newenham AFS AK in 1979. He s a great person than! My thoughts and prayers go out to his family. God Bless!!! Richard F Hagge Jr TSgt, USAF (ret)
RIP Pastor Dan. from TSGT Allen Miller USAF RETIRED
Dan was in my class in Mooresville schools. I most remember him from a misadventure one summer as we neared junior high school. Dan along with Dick and Mike Ferguson and me were standing around talking one afternoon when Dan suddenly decided to climb a tree at the edge of a field. We carried on talking until a sudden ‘thud’ caught our attention. Dan lay on the ground with what turned out to be a broken leg. He didn’t make a sound and waited patiently for a ride to the doctor. What a good sport. My sympathy to his family–I’m sorry about your loss.
May you R.I.P cousin Dan!!! Brenda,K.C & Tammy my prayers are with you,may God keep you close to his heart! Love You Guys, Rhonda Bridges Ashpole
Dan was my boss briefly…it has been 21 years ago. I had a little girl that passed away while working with Dan. I had named her Danielle, and he was flattered. He was very kind to me, and I had visited his church. My prayers are with you, Brenda.