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William Augustus 'Gus' Dunbar Sr.

1921 - 2014

Funeral services for William A. Gus Dunbar, 92, of Silsbee will be 10:00 am Friday, February 21, 2014 at the First United Methodist Church of Silsbee with interment following in R S Farmer Memorial Cemetery. Visitation will begin at 5:00 pm Thursday, February 20, 2014 at Farmer Funeral Home.

Mr. Dunbar died February 17, 2014 at Harbor Hospice in Beaumont.

A native of Bon Weir, Gus was a lifelong resident of Silsbee. He retired from Bethlehem Steel where he worked as a clerk. He was a longtime member of the Methodist Church where he was a member of the Mens Bible Class for many years. Gus was a member of the Silsbee Masonic Lodge #927.

Mr. Dunbar is preceded in death by his parents, Eldon Edwin and Della Husband Dunbar; infant son Bronson Edwin Dunbar, brother Robert Eldon Red Dunbar, sister Mary Ann Paine and half sister Billie Heard.

Left to cherish his memories are his wife of 62 years, Johni Ruth Fitzgerald Dunbar of Silsbee; sons Donald L Dunbar and wife Penny of White Settlement, Ronald G Dunbar and wife Kathy of Twentynine Palms CA, and William Augustus Dunbar Jr. and wife Diana of Aransas Pass; daughter Alice Cunningham and husband Ricky of Silsbee; twelve grandchildren; thirteen great grandchildren, and four great, great grandchildren and numerous nieces, nephews, other extended family and a host of friends.

There are currently 17 condolences.

Larry and Paula Jenkins Saturday February 22, 2014 at 8:55 PM
Johni Ruth and family: We are so sorry about Gus' passing. You guys were our neighbors while I was growing up and lifelong friends of my parents, Jesse and Myrtle Hooks. We'll always remember Gus for all that walking he used to do. God bless you all.

Lesley Strader Morgan lesleysmorgan@hotmail.com Thursday February 20, 2014 at 9:23 PM
Rest in peace, Gus. Thanks for sharing your toast with me in the Mail Room at Bethlehem Steel. May God comfort your loved ones at this difficult time.

Donna Tennison Simonton Wednesday February 19, 2014 at 8:23 PM
My condolences to the family. Gus always had a smile, something funny to say and lots of vegetables that he shared. What a special person he was. Our loss and Gods good fortune to have him.

Pat Richardson (Pantego, TX) Wednesday February 19, 2014 at 5:16 PM
Johni Ruth and extended Dunbar family, I'm so sorry to hear about Gus. I regret that I cannot be with you Thursday and Friday. Gus was one of those wonderful people who helped the "village" raise many children. I will not forget him as a Christian and a Mason.

Joan Lawrence Conn Wednesday February 19, 2014 at 3:08 PM
Johni,You and your family are in my prayers. I worked in the office at Bethlehem Steeland saw Gus every day in the Mail Room. Everyone always enjoyed talking with Gus about his flowers, gardening and various other interesting subjects.Keep your memories close.

Cecil and Barbara Arnold Wednesday February 19, 2014 at 2:40 PM
We have lost a good Brother and will miss him sorely. You are in our prayers in your time of sorrow and we wish you comfort in knowing what a great man and friend Gus was to many. Gus's neighbors trusted him with the keys to their houses, and now God trusts him with the keys to Heaven. May God bless and keep you.

Bob & Reba Sherrell rospbh@sbcglobal.net Wednesday February 19, 2014 at 11:11 AM
Our prayers are with you in your loss. Gus was a wonderful man and a friend to work with at the funeral home. God bless you all.

Margaret Underhill Wednesday February 19, 2014 at 10:12 AM
Johni Ruth and Family You are all in my thoughts and prayers. I loved my friend Gus. He was such a good man and so generous with his flowers and vegetables, but most of all with his SMILE!! You can now join the ranks of those God calls home. AMEN

Nan Gore Wednesday February 19, 2014 at 9:46 AM
So sorry for your loss. Praying for you all. Nan & Truman Gore, Georgia Eason, Misty & Ira Callaway & families.

Regina Paine-Birdwell Tuesday February 18, 2014 at 11:25 PM
To Aunt Johni Ruth and family: I am so very sorry to hear of Uncle Gus's passing. I have many fond memories of him -- he was quite the character. We are out of state, but know that you and all the kids are in our thoughts and prayers. Uncle Gus will be most missed but always in our memories! We love you all! Gina

Janet (Worsham) Standley Tuesday February 18, 2014 at 9:11 PM
To The Family, My thoughts and prayers are with you. May God bless you.

Mary Spears Zalar maryzalar11@gmail.com Tuesday February 18, 2014 at 10:58 AM
To Johni Ruth and family: You are in my thoughts and prayers. I have so many fond memories of Gus, the beautiful gladiolas, the pound cakes, fresh garden vegetables he would bring to me, just to name a few. But above all, I will always treasure his friendship. Gus was a good man and he will be missed. Rest in peace, my friend.

Carolyn Morrow Tuesday February 18, 2014 at 8:02 AM
Alice, I so hated to hear about Mr. Gus. He was such a sweet man and a joy to be around. He will be truly missed.

Rebecca Grishan Tuesday February 18, 2014 at 12:16 AM
I grew up knowing Gus...lived across the street from his mother...Mrs.Della...I had the pleasure of seeing him at Brookshires about 8 months ago and had such a great visit and he remembered me.... know he will be greatly missed...such a sweet person..Prayers for the family during this time of sorrow. Rebecca Grisham and Jeanette Gore

Sherry Taff Felps Monday February 17, 2014 at 8:31 PM
Johni Ruth, my heart goes out to you on the passing of Gus. He was a fine person & will be missed by everyone that came in contact with him. Remember all the good times & you will see him again. LUL

Elizabeth Dunbar Monday February 17, 2014 at 8:06 PM
Pops you are an Amazing man. I will miss you dearly. I love you with all my heart. I can't wait to see you again. To my family we will get through this. I love you all. I want to thank everyone for their prayers and support. Rest in Peace Pops.

Penny Dunbar Monday February 17, 2014 at 7:30 PM
I love you, Dad and I'll always miss you.

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