David L. Dunn Jr. (August 11, 1934 - June 11, 2026)

David L. Dunn Jr. Obituary

David Lorenzo Dunn Jr. lived a life like no other. He started his life August 11th 1934 in Northern California born to David and Dorothy Dunn. There were many of stories told of his childhood with his siblings; Dorothy, Karma and Richard.

David enlisted in the Navy in 1953, and quickly rose to the rank of Electrician Mate 2nd Class and was the ships photographer on the USS Tortuga. He was blessed to be stationed with his brother Richard during this time.

In his later years, he became a life member of the VFW, DAV and American Legion.

On August 11th 1963, David was wed to Shirley Dunn. They moved to Missouri in 1982 and opened Shirley's Diner in 1991. They had almost 52 years of wedded bliss until Shirley's passing in April of 2015.

In August of 2018, David married Dolores Dunn and welcomed her family in as his own. They had 8 years of love and mutual respect, enjoying each other's time with family and friends.

He loved his family and his friends with his whole heart.

On the evening of June 11 2026, surrounded by family, David was called home to the Lord.

He is survived by his wife Dolores and her children Kevin and Carmen, Rebecca and grandchildren, his niece Waynette Mullins and her children Guy, Stephanie and Will Hilt, William and Erin, Jenny and family. Sandra Roberson and numerous nieces and nephews

He is proceeded in death by his spouse, Shirley Dunn, parents David and Dorothy Dunn, siblings Dorothy, Karma and Richard Dunn, nephew Dave Roberson and great nephew Davey Roberson.

A celebration of life will be held July 15th 2026 at 1:00 p.m. at Kidwell Garber Funeral Home with graveside service and Military Honors to follow. Per his wishes, cremation is under the care and direction of the Kidwell-Garber Funeral home of Versailles.


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