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David J. Dunfee

April 28, 1955 - November 7, 2022

David J. Dunfee, 67, passed away on Monday, November 7, 2022 at St. Joseph Regional Medical Center, Mishawaka.

Born on April 28, 1955 in Plymouth, Indiana he was the son of Arnold and Mary Jayne (Ridenour) Dunfee. He attended Plymouth High School graduating with the class of 1973, where David was a star football and basketball player. During these years he would meet his high school sweetheart Jeanine Klingerman, and in 1975 they were married at Tyner United Methodist Church.

David proudly served his country in the United States Marine Corps for 3 years. Being the excellent athlete that he was, David played golf and was a member of the PGA for 40 years. He also owned Dunfee Trucking Company and dabbled with Real Estate. David owned Placid Lakes Country Club for numerous years in Florida before relocating back to his home town.

Known as a strong willed, hardworking man that absolutely set the tone for his family as a role model. To always be true to yourself and to never give up are just a couple of strong attributes that he left. David was full of love and adored his wife and sons, but truly lived for his grandchildren.

He enjoyed breeding Appaloosa horses and even passed that down to his granddaughter Olivia. David loved Friday night sports from High School football and basketball, which then led into college games on Saturday’s. He enjoyed water sports, especially boating.

He is survived by his wife Jeanine of Tyner; children: Michael (Tabitha) Dunfee and Ian Dunfee of Tyner; grandchildren: Olivia, Emily, Hazel, Jensen David and Ryan; brother Michael Tim (Mary Ann) Dunfee of Spencer, IN.

David is preceded in death by his parents Arnold and Mary Jayne and his sister Laurie Susan.

Per the wishes of the family a celebration of life will be held at a later date.

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  1. Nelson Chipman says

    November 9, 2022 at 4:43 pm

    My deepest sympathies to Jeanine and family. Dave was one of a kind. A trusted friend. So sorry for your loss. Too young.

    Nelson Chipman

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  2. April Doll Sheller says

    November 9, 2022 at 5:05 pm

    I’m SO sorry Dunfee family. This is truly heartbreaking news. Dave was loved by many!

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  3. Curt Klingerman says

    November 9, 2022 at 7:29 pm

    My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.I understand what you are feeling.I lost my wife of 46 years to cancer 2 months ago.God bless you.

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  4. Mikki Holloway Maynard says

    November 9, 2022 at 9:53 pm

    So sorry to hear of Dave’s passing. He was a fine man that loved his family and his country.

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  5. Cindy Altieri says

    November 10, 2022 at 7:08 am

    My heart is breaking for you & your family Jeanine. Dave was always such an upbeat, optimistic friend I’ll miss him on Facebook.
    I know how much he loved you and his family was everything. Prayers for you all.

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  6. Shirley Gidley says

    November 10, 2022 at 9:28 am

    Just saw this! Sure remember his high school years especially

    Remember when he lost a tooth at practice and Arn took him to the office to try and reseat it!

    Loved kabitzing with his Dad and of course his mom was a sorority sister

    Thoughts are with the family!

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  7. Dr. Bill Kirkley says

    November 10, 2022 at 10:55 am

    Family of Dave Dunfee, I remember Dave from high school. Very sorry to hear of his passing. Great guy. Very impressed with all he accomplished in life. I know he will be deeply missed. My best to the family.
    Dr. Bill Kirkley

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  8. Kevin and Donna Chaney says

    November 10, 2022 at 9:36 pm

    Our condolences to the Dunfeej family. Dave was a good guy and talented athlete in all sports but his golf skills were exceptional. A true entrepreneur.

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  9. Steven K. Houghton says

    November 14, 2022 at 7:54 am

    David and I grew up together on the east side of Plymouth. Back in the day we were like brothers. As we grew up I realized that, if he put his mind to it, there was nothing that he couldn’t do remarkably well. Whether it was passing a football, shooting a basketball, hitting a golf ball, jumping a wake on a slalom ski, or doing the work at hand he was an achiever. It is encouraging for me to know that he is now free of pain, free of doctor appointments, free of the limitations of the human body, in a place our Lord calls “paradise”. Although physically gone his spirit and the examples he set will live on in Jeanie, Ian, and Michael and all the grandchildren. May they never be forgotten. Rest in peace my dear friend.

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    • Dunfee family says

      November 18, 2022 at 9:31 am

      Thank you so much from all of us

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  10. Michelle Lyman says

    November 22, 2022 at 8:02 am

    very sorry for your loss

    I remember him as always being very nice to me in school, he was a real good guy

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  11. Sarah Young says

    November 28, 2022 at 12:10 pm

    Very sorry to hear of Dave’s passing. Can’t imagine the loss you are all feeling. Dave will be missed.

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  12. Lisa Harner says

    December 11, 2022 at 6:34 pm

    Dave and I just learned up Dave’s passing. Please accept our condolences. Definitely have some great golf memories with Dave and some wonderful trips to Florida for visits with Dave and Jeannie. Love and prayers from Dave and Lisa Harner.

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