Jerry Wayne Dunnagan
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Jerry Wayne Dunnagan, 83, of Hemphill, Texas, passed away on May 21, 2024. He was born on January 19, 1941, in Binger, Oklahoma, to Melburn Bennie Dunnagan and Agnes Cleghorn Dunnagan.
Jerry had a remarkable career path. After graduating from Prairie Grove High School, he bravely entered the United States Navy and served aboard the submarine, the USS Sabalo. Following his military service, Jerry worked various construction jobs before finding his niche at Sinclair and Arco Pipeline.
On retirement after 31 years of service, Jerry embarked on adventures across the United States with his beloved wife, Linda, until they settled on Toledo Bend Lake in 1999. He attended the Church of God and found solace in gardening, woodworking, fishing, and boating during his leisure time. He could fix anything that needed fixing, earning the nickname "MacGuyver" from his friends and family.
Jerry's memory will be cherished by his sons, Stacy Scott of Overland Park, Kansas, and Kenyon Scott of Walnut Shade, Missouri; daughter, Michele Whitaker and husband, Kelly, of Holt Summit, Missouri; grandchildren, Ashley Sweet, Christopher Grimpo, Catherine Scott, and Michael Scott; sisters-in-law, Vera Dunnagan and Rosa Dunnagan; his special love, Cynthia Bates; and lots of nieces and nephews that he loved dearly.
He is preceded in death by his wife of 40 years, Linda Dunnagan, his parents, Milburn and Agnes Dunnagan, his brothers Berlyn, Bud, Bill, and Jack Dunnagan, and his sister, Estelle Vandenack.
Graveside services with military honors will be held at 3:30 p.m. on Saturday, May 25, 2024, at Prairie Grove Cemetery in Prairie Grove, Arkansas. Visitation will take place before the service from 2:00 p.m. until 3:30 p.m. at Luginbuel Funeral Home.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Rosevine Church of God, 6455 SH-103, Bronson, Texas 75930.
Jerry Wayne Dunnagan will be deeply missed by all who knew him.
Jerry had a remarkable career path. After graduating from Prairie Grove High School, he bravely entered the United States Navy and served aboard the submarine, the USS Sabalo. Following his military service, Jerry worked various construction jobs before finding his niche at Sinclair and Arco Pipeline.
On retirement after 31 years of service, Jerry embarked on adventures across the United States with his beloved wife, Linda, until they settled on Toledo Bend Lake in 1999. He attended the Church of God and found solace in gardening, woodworking, fishing, and boating during his leisure time. He could fix anything that needed fixing, earning the nickname "MacGuyver" from his friends and family.
Jerry's memory will be cherished by his sons, Stacy Scott of Overland Park, Kansas, and Kenyon Scott of Walnut Shade, Missouri; daughter, Michele Whitaker and husband, Kelly, of Holt Summit, Missouri; grandchildren, Ashley Sweet, Christopher Grimpo, Catherine Scott, and Michael Scott; sisters-in-law, Vera Dunnagan and Rosa Dunnagan; his special love, Cynthia Bates; and lots of nieces and nephews that he loved dearly.
He is preceded in death by his wife of 40 years, Linda Dunnagan, his parents, Milburn and Agnes Dunnagan, his brothers Berlyn, Bud, Bill, and Jack Dunnagan, and his sister, Estelle Vandenack.
Graveside services with military honors will be held at 3:30 p.m. on Saturday, May 25, 2024, at Prairie Grove Cemetery in Prairie Grove, Arkansas. Visitation will take place before the service from 2:00 p.m. until 3:30 p.m. at Luginbuel Funeral Home.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Rosevine Church of God, 6455 SH-103, Bronson, Texas 75930.
Jerry Wayne Dunnagan will be deeply missed by all who knew him.
Funeral Service
3:30 pm
Prairie Grove Cemetery.
Visitation
2:00 pm
Luginbuel Funeral Home.
Final Resting Place
Prairie Grove Cemetery
North, Row 66, Space 130
General
Jan 19, 1941
May 21, 2024
83
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Tributes
Uncle Jerry give me a hug and a peck on the cheek the first time i met him like we had been family forever. Enjoyed our visits, we had. he was always so fun to be around. thanks for the memories.
Roxy Dunnagan - NIECE IN LAW
Dear family and friends of Jerry,
On behalf of the United States Submarine Veterans, we offer our sincere condolences at Jerry´s passing. Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers. We are always saddened whenever a fellow "Bubblehead" departs on Eternal Patrol. He served with honor on the USS Sabalo SS-302.
To our "Brother-of-the-Phin" we say, "Sailor, rest your oar. We have the watch. Fair Winds and Following Seas." Thank you for your service to our country.
To the family... "may the Lord of peace himself give you peace at all times in every way. The Lord be with you." 2 Thessalonians 3:16 (ESV).
Jim Sandman, FTC(SS) Ret,
National Chaplain, USSVI.
www.jimsandman.com
Jim Sandman - fellow submariner
Funeral Service
3:30 pm
Prairie Grove Cemetery.
Visitation
2:00 pm
Luginbuel Funeral Home.
Final Resting Place
Prairie Grove Cemetery
North, Row 66, Space 130
General
Jan 19, 1941
May 21, 2024
83
Documents