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Gordon Dunaway

December 12, 1958 - October 26, 2010

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Kilpatrick Funeral Home
1200 Lamy Lane
Monroe, LA 71201
318-323-9611 |

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Kilpatrick Funeral Home
1200 Lamy Lane
Monroe, LA 71201
318-323-9611 |
Saturday 10/30

Funeral services for Stuart Gordon Dunaway, age 51, of Monroe, Louisiana, will be held 10:00 AM, Saturday, October 30, 2010 in the Kilpatrick Funeral Home Chapel in Monroe, LA. Burial will follow at Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home of Monroe, LA. Gordon was born December 12, 1958 in Hollandale, Mississippi and made his way home to the Lord on October 26, 2010. Gordon and his wife were members of University Church of Christ in Monroe. Gordon graduated from Neville High School in 1977, and married his high school sweetheart, Cindy, shortly thereafter. In his 51 years, Gordon touched the lives of many with an indiscriminate heart, smiling face and a helping hand. Gordon had immeasurable love for family, friends, and life with his happiest days spent in the beauty of nature found all around him. Gordon≠s true calling was helping others in times of need, and his generosity knew no bounds. He was always ready to offer shelter, food, a hunting trip or simply a good story filled with laughter. His family and friends will always remember his passion for living, witty intellect, light-hearted attitude and a personality that was larger than life. Gordon will remain in the hearts of his family, friends and those who were fortunate enough to have been touched by his love. He was preceded in death by his father-in-law, Leon F. Surratt. Gordon is survived by his wife of 33 years, Cindy Surratt Dunaway; daughter, Amanda Mandi Dunaway Minchew and her husband David; daughter, Michelle Dunaway; grandson, David Kade Minchew; parents, Charlie and Virginia Dunaway; mother-in-law, Billye Surratt; brother, Chuck Dunaway; sister and brother-in-law, Carol Dunaway Squyres and Travis Squyres; brother-in-law, Dennis Surratt and his wife Holly; brother-in-law, Bobby Surratt; niece, Casey Surratt Ebey; and nephews, Paul Dunaway, Michael Surratt, Jarrod Surratt and Matthew Squyres. Pallbearers will be Randy Barr, Michael Caire, Phillip Culpepper, Jeff Crowley, Kevin Dodd, John Goodman, Richard Johnson, Jon King, Mark Lindley, Buddy May, and Teddy Joe Sutton. Visitation will be held from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM on Friday, October 29th, 2010 at Kilpatrick Funeral Home, 1200 Lamy Lane, Monroe. Memorial donations may be made to ¨On Wings of Eagles fund of the International Fellowship of Christian Jews at www.ifcj.org.

Visitation
Kilpatrick Funeral Home
1200 Lamy Lane
Monroe, LA 71201
318-323-9611 | Map
Service
Kilpatrick Funeral Home
1200 Lamy Lane
Monroe, LA 71201
318-323-9611 | Map
Saturday 10/30

Funeral services for Stuart Gordon Dunaway, age 51, of Monroe, Louisiana, will be held 10:00 AM, Saturday, October 30, 2010 in the Kilpatrick Funeral Home Chapel in Monroe, LA. Burial will follow at Mulhearn Memorial Park Cemetery under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home of Monroe, LA. Gordon was born December 12, 1958 in Hollandale,Continue Reading

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Billy and Linda Temple left a message on November 27, 2010:
We are truly saddened by your great loss. May God bring you comfort during this time.
Ben & Sandra Loper left a message on November 27, 2010:
Cindy, So sorry to hear about Gordon. Sandra and I have you and your family in our thoughts and prayers.
Crystal Reeder left a message on November 27, 2010:
I am so sorry for your loss. Your family is in my thoughts and prayers.
Amy Rugg left a message on November 27, 2010:
Gordon Dunaway will forever fill my heart with joy. I regret not keeping in touch after my divorce and relocating. I spent almost every weekend at the camp with Gordon and Cindy. Cindy was always my backboard. I love her still to this day. I named my daughter after her daughter Mandi. Gordon was my friend and I will forever miss him. Prayers go out to all of my Dunaway friends, Kevin and Buddy and I will be thinking of CIndy and you all.
DIANNE GREEN left a message on November 27, 2010:
I AM SO SORRY TO READ OF GORDON & HIS PASSING. JUST WANT ALL OF YOU TO KNOW I AM THINKING OF YOU.
Peace of mind is a call away. We're here when you need us most.
Chuck Tomlinson left a message on November 27, 2010:
It is with great sorrow that I have learned of the passing of Gordon. I remember many days at Sol Adler umpiring Michelles games and taking good natured kidding from Gordon about my strike zone. You got it right, Gordon was a big man with a larger than life heart and a good sense of humor and great personality. He will be missed by many. So sorry for your loss. You are in our prayers. Chuck and Ellen Tomlinson
Donnelda Martin left a message on November 27, 2010:
When I think of Gordon, I see his big smile. The family is in my thoughts and prayers.
kelley left a message on November 27, 2010:
Carol, Matthew, Ms. Virginia, Mr. Charlie, there truly are no words that I can say about how sorry I am about your loss. You are all like a second family to Garrett and me..I truly hope your sweet precious memories of Gordon will help carry you thru the difficult days ahead. I love you all and will continue to keep you all in my prayers!
Wally & Andrea McMakin left a message on November 27, 2010:
Cindy....we are so sorry for your loss...know that Gordon looks down from heaven and smiles on his family....we love you Wally & Andrea McMakin
Dale Willson left a message on November 27, 2010:
Cindy, I am so sorry for your loss. Know that the days ahead will be tough to work through but they do eventually get better. As for a memory there are too many to list. I still remember Gordon when he and his family moved to Monroe back when we were in 8th grade. The fun we had through JR High and High school will always be engraved in my memories. Your family is in my thoughts and prayers.
Kathryn Canterbury Hertz left a message on November 27, 2010:
I am so sorry - your life ended way too soon. I have nothing but good memories of you from high school, especially biology class. My heart goes out to your entire family, but I know you will be such a great angel watching over them all.
Janeen Doskocil left a message on November 27, 2010:
Carol, I'm so sorry for your loss. May you and your family find peace, comfort and strength in the fond memories of your brother within the arms of the Lord. Love you and praying for you during this difficult time.
David R. Breard left a message on November 27, 2010:
My deepest condolences to Cindy and the Dunaway family. Most people know that myself and Gordon were best friends in High School. Gordon's gregarious, spontaneous, personality were such a magnet to me and others. He was the ultimate competitor and athlete. I loved the man, his family, and will deeply miss him. A special thanks to Gordon's parents, who ALWAYS treated me like their son even when I didn't deserve it.
Liz Haynes Harrison left a message on November 27, 2010:
To the Dunaway/Surratt Family: We are so sorry that we are unable to be with you at this time to celebrate Gordon's life. Please know that we are thinking of you all and that you are in are thoughts and prayers at this time. We will all miss Gordon, but we all know that he is in a wonderful place, and I am sure he is smiling down on all of you at this time. He probably is helping someone in heaven as you read this and even telling them a joke or story as well, to bring a smile to their face. We Love You All. The Harrison Family
Stuart and Andrea Smith left a message on November 27, 2010:
Cindy, you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. May God's light shine brighter for you and His love comfort you during these times.
Jennifer Correro Lorts left a message on November 27, 2010:
We will all miss you.
Mackie O'Donnell Bryant left a message on November 27, 2010:
Cindy & Family, Just want you to know I am thinking of you @ this difficult time. I am so very sorry for your loss. My prayers will be with you and the girls.
Lee Trichel left a message on November 27, 2010:
Cindy and family, So very sorry to hear about Gordon. My prayers are with you and your family during this time. Lee Trichel
Larry Golson left a message on November 27, 2010:
Cindy, My heartfelt condolences to you and your family. I always admired Gordon's love of life and have fond memories of him. Love and prayers.
Pam Barr left a message on November 27, 2010:
Cindy just heard of Gordon's passing.Rusty and are were so sorry to hear that Gordon is physically no longer with us. But from experience I can assure his presence will live on in so many ways. Love to all and prayers to each and everyone of you.Pam and Rusty Barr
Peace of mind is a call away. We're here when you need us most.
Dave Golson left a message on November 27, 2010:
Cindy ... I am so sorry for your loss. Gordon has had such a positive impact on so many people. Please know that you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers at this time. Best regards ... Dave Golson
Clift McCall left a message on November 27, 2010:
We shared a lot of good times through school and sports.My thoughts and prayers will be with you all.
Paul McKelvey left a message on November 27, 2010:
I remember Gordon as a guy who always made extra efforts to befriend everyone in his class at NHS. I would like to offer my sympathy and prayers to his family.
Cyd Counselman Page Jacobs left a message on November 27, 2010:
Cindy: I just happened to get on the website looking for information on my dad who had passed in August and saw this about Gordon. I wanted to let you know how sorry I was to hear this. Having lost Fred almost 13 years ago, I somewhat know what you are going through although everyone is different. I will pray for all of you. Please feel free to contact me. Cyd
Scott Zentner left a message on November 27, 2010:
To Gordon's family, May God bless and comfort you in this difficult time. I'll always remember Gordon as such a free and easy going spirit in high school. He came to Monroe in 8th grade as I recall, and we all made fun of his funny accent, but he took it in stride and was instantly accepted and popular throughout high school. I ran into him for the first time since high school at the Coney Island a few years ago, and while his physical stature like all of ours had changed, he was still the Gordon I remembered in high school. One could close his eyes in conversation with him and know that he was the same...a true original, unpretentious, and possessing of an endearing love for his fellow man and nature. We will all miss him but embrace his spirit always. Godspeed, Scott Zentner
Kari Weeks left a message on November 27, 2010:
I love you guys, I am so very sorry for this tremendous loss.The world will be a much different place without Gordan Dunaway. My love and prayers are with you.
Kari Weeks left a message on November 21, 2010:
I love you guys, I am so very sorry for this tremendous loss.The world will be a much different place without Gordan Dunaway. My love and prayers are with you.
Scott Zentner left a message on November 8, 2010:
To Gordon's family, May God bless and comfort you in this difficult time. I'll always remember Gordon as such a free and easy going spirit in high school. He came to Monroe in 8th grade as I recall, and we all made fun of his funny accent, but he took it in stride and was instantly accepted and popular throughout high school. I ran into him for the first time since high school at the Coney Island a few years ago, and while his physical stature like all of ours had changed, he was still the Gordon I remembered in high school. One could close his eyes in conversation with him and know that he was the same...a true original, unpretentious, and possessing of an endearing love for his fellow man and nature. We will all miss him but embrace his spirit always. Godspeed, Scott Zentner
Cyd Counselman Page Jacobs left a message on November 4, 2010:
Cindy: I just happened to get on the website looking for information on my dad who had passed in August and saw this about Gordon. I wanted to let you know how sorry I was to hear this. Having lost Fred almost 13 years ago, I somewhat know what you are going through although everyone is different. I will pray for all of you. Please feel free to contact me. Cyd
Paul McKelvey left a message on November 3, 2010:
I remember Gordon as a guy who always made extra efforts to befriend everyone in his class at NHS. I would like to offer my sympathy and prayers to his family.
Clift McCall left a message on November 2, 2010:
We shared a lot of good times through school and sports.My thoughts and prayers will be with you all.
Dave Golson left a message on November 1, 2010:
Cindy ... I am so sorry for your loss. Gordon has had such a positive impact on so many people. Please know that you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers at this time. Best regards ... Dave Golson
Pam Barr left a message on October 31, 2010:
Cindy just heard of Gordon's passing.Rusty and are were so sorry to hear that Gordon is physically no longer with us. But from experience I can assure his presence will live on in so many ways. Love to all and prayers to each and everyone of you.Pam and Rusty Barr
Larry Golson left a message on October 30, 2010:
Cindy, My heartfelt condolences to you and your family. I always admired Gordon's love of life and have fond memories of him. Love and prayers.
Lee Trichel left a message on October 29, 2010:
Cindy and family, So very sorry to hear about Gordon. My prayers are with you and your family during this time. Lee Trichel
Mackie O'Donnell Bryant left a message on October 29, 2010:
Cindy & Family, Just want you to know I am thinking of you @ this difficult time. I am so very sorry for your loss. My prayers will be with you and the girls.
Jennifer Correro Lorts left a message on October 29, 2010:
We will all miss you.
Stuart and Andrea Smith left a message on October 29, 2010:
Cindy, you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. May God's light shine brighter for you and His love comfort you during these times.
Liz Haynes Harrison left a message on October 29, 2010:
To the Dunaway/Surratt Family: We are so sorry that we are unable to be with you at this time to celebrate Gordon's life. Please know that we are thinking of you all and that you are in are thoughts and prayers at this time. We will all miss Gordon, but we all know that he is in a wonderful place, and I am sure he is smiling down on all of you at this time. He probably is helping someone in heaven as you read this and even telling them a joke or story as well, to bring a smile to their face. We Love You All. The Harrison Family
David R. Breard left a message on October 29, 2010:
My deepest condolences to Cindy and the Dunaway family. Most people know that myself and Gordon were best friends in High School. Gordon's gregarious, spontaneous, personality were such a magnet to me and others. He was the ultimate competitor and athlete. I loved the man, his family, and will deeply miss him. A special thanks to Gordon's parents, who ALWAYS treated me like their son even when I didn't deserve it.
Peace of mind is a call away. We're here when you need us most.
Janeen Doskocil left a message on October 29, 2010:
Carol, I'm so sorry for your loss. May you and your family find peace, comfort and strength in the fond memories of your brother within the arms of the Lord. Love you and praying for you during this difficult time.
Kathryn Canterbury Hertz left a message on October 29, 2010:
I am so sorry - your life ended way too soon. I have nothing but good memories of you from high school, especially biology class. My heart goes out to your entire family, but I know you will be such a great angel watching over them all.
Dale Willson left a message on October 29, 2010:
Cindy, I am so sorry for your loss. Know that the days ahead will be tough to work through but they do eventually get better. As for a memory there are too many to list. I still remember Gordon when he and his family moved to Monroe back when we were in 8th grade. The fun we had through JR High and High school will always be engraved in my memories. Your family is in my thoughts and prayers.
Wally & Andrea McMakin left a message on October 29, 2010:
Cindy....we are so sorry for your loss...know that Gordon looks down from heaven and smiles on his family....we love you Wally & Andrea McMakin
kelley left a message on October 29, 2010:
Carol, Matthew, Ms. Virginia, Mr. Charlie, there truly are no words that I can say about how sorry I am about your loss. You are all like a second family to Garrett and me..I truly hope your sweet precious memories of Gordon will help carry you thru the difficult days ahead. I love you all and will continue to keep you all in my prayers!
Suzy McElroy left a message on October 29, 2010:
To the entire Dunaway/Surratt Family, I send my condolences. Gordon left an indelible mark on the hearts of so many. I am only one of many who will be praying for all of you during this most difficult time.
Donnelda Martin left a message on October 29, 2010:
When I think of Gordon, I see his big smile. The family is in my thoughts and prayers.
Chuck Tomlinson left a message on October 28, 2010:
It is with great sorrow that I have learned of the passing of Gordon. I remember many days at Sol Adler umpiring Michelles games and taking good natured kidding from Gordon about my strike zone. You got it right, Gordon was a big man with a larger than life heart and a good sense of humor and great personality. He will be missed by many. So sorry for your loss. You are in our prayers. Chuck and Ellen Tomlinson
DIANNE GREEN left a message on October 28, 2010:
I AM SO SORRY TO READ OF GORDON & HIS PASSING. JUST WANT ALL OF YOU TO KNOW I AM THINKING OF YOU.
Amy Rugg left a message on October 28, 2010:
Gordon Dunaway will forever fill my heart with joy. I regret not keeping in touch after my divorce and relocating. I spent almost every weekend at the camp with Gordon and Cindy. Cindy was always my backboard. I love her still to this day. I named my daughter after her daughter Mandi. Gordon was my friend and I will forever miss him. Prayers go out to all of my Dunaway friends, Kevin and Buddy and I will be thinking of CIndy and you all.
Crystal Reeder left a message on October 28, 2010:
I am so sorry for your loss. Your family is in my thoughts and prayers.
Ben & Sandra Loper left a message on October 28, 2010:
Cindy, So sorry to hear about Gordon. Sandra and I have you and your family in our thoughts and prayers.
Larry Bordelon left a message on October 28, 2010:
Share just "A" memory? I wouldn't know where to start, there are so many. I've never read an obituary that could be more true. Like or him or love him you still ended up loving Big G. They certainly broke the mold when they made him. Truly one of kind with a heart to match the rest of his stature. Oh yeah, share "A" memory. An early memory in my relationship with Gordon: Sitting in Gordons old Picketts Food Service suburban at the softball field where he and I coached our daughters. It starts raining hard, so we throw the girls and my 15 month old son in the suburban and wait out the rain. My Son Reith sat in Gordons lap for over an hour 45 minutes after the rest of us had heard enough brmmm brm, brmmm pulling and yanking on the steering wheel like he's driving. Gordon got a big kick out it and let it go on until the rain stopped. When it was over Reith's hands literally had blisters.
Sarah Plaia Davidson left a message on October 28, 2010:
Thinking of you Cindy.
Billy and Linda Temple left a message on October 28, 2010:
We are truly saddened by your great loss. May God bring you comfort during this time.
Kilpatrick Funeral Homes left a message:
Please accept our deepest condolences for your family's loss.
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