Submit a PhotoWilliam “Bill” Roy Dunham, 74, of Gilbert, Arizona, passed away on July 29, 2023. Born on April 10, 1949, in Dumas, Texas, Bill was a loving, dedicated husband and father. He was a camping and outdoor enthusiast, finding joy in these activities in his early years growing up in Cottonwood, Arizona. Bill had a passion for music, movies, shooting, playing billiards, sipping good coffee, and spending quality time with his family and friends. He particularly cherished simple moments with loved ones and had a fondness for cold weather, enjoying vacations to Vancouver, British Columbia, and Alaskan cruises.
Bill is survived by his beloved wife, Denise Dunham, and their children Derek Dunham, Jennifer DeWitt, and Sara Fiala. He was preceded in death by his father, David E. Dunham, his mother, Eva Jewell Dunham, and his brother, David E. Dunham Jr.
Bill attended Mingus Union High School and pursued higher education at Phoenix College and Mesa Community College. He had a successful career as a Process Technician at Motorola and later as a Civilian Teleserve Officer at the Gilbert Police Department.
Bill’s faith was important to him, and he found solace and community at Valley Southern Baptist Church and Mission Community Church.
In his free time, Bill enjoyed target shooting, playing pool, going to the movies, listening to music, embarking on memorable cruises and coffee. He was a coffee connoisseur. He was also an avid collector of flashlights and knives.
Memorial services to celebrate Bill’s life will be held on Thursday, August 24, 2023, at 1:00pm. In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to Samaritan’s Purse or any no-kill animal shelter of your choice.
Bill Dunham will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved him. His warm presence, love for his family, and zest for life will forever remain in our hearts.
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I am so sorry for your loss and ours! Bill was a very special.person and a great human being.
So very sorry for your loss. Bill was, as I mentioned to you, when we talked Bill was the sweetest, client I had. he had such immense love for you Denise as his wife and his children. I feel, so honored that I was able to know him and have him as a client.
Bill had a kindness that just seemed to flow around him a genuine gentle soul,I feel a dark void knowing he is no longer with us.Love you Brother Bill.
So sad at the loss of such a kind gentle man, I miss him so much,there is a huge void knowing he is gone, I love you brother Bill!
I’m so glad I got to meet Bill. When he show one into his home the first thing I noticed was his random collection of flashlights. I loved that. All I can really say is in that first few minutes I saw the same things in him that you all loved.
Bill was a wonderful guy who will be greatly missed. I am so sorry for your loss Denise.
The last time I saw Mr Dunham was 29 years ago when I was still going to highschool with Sara. Thoughts and prayers for your loss.
I am so sorry for your family’s loss. Bill will be missed. Bill was an amazing man.
My deepest sympathy to you and your family. I enjoyed working with Bill for many years. He will definitely be missed. RIP Bill.
R.I.P.Bill. Condolences to Denise and family. Bill was a kind and gentle soul, he will be missed.