DRACUT - John A. Dunn Sr., 80, a lifelong resident of Dracut, died Tuesday July 22nd at D'Youville Senior Care in Lowell. He was the husband of the late Rachel I. (Rondeau) Dunn who died in 2003.
He was born in Dracut on February 28, 1928, and was a son of the late Martin and Mary (Davis) Dunn. He received his education in Dracut schools.
Mr. Dunn served his country in the United States Navy during World War II.
Prior to his retirement, he was employed as a heating technician by Whaleco and the former Litchfield Oil Company, both in Dracut.
In his free time he enjoyed cook outs, traveling, going for drives in his truck, and spending time with his family.
Mr. Dunn was a member of International Brotherhood of Teamsters Local 49.
He is survived by seven children, Karin (Dunn) and Carlos Franco of Dracut, John Jr. and Karen Dunn of Dracut, Dennis and Pam Dunn of Westford, Jill (Dunn) and Stan Bowers of Peabody, Kenneth Dunn of Dracut, Deborah Dunn of Lowell, and Toby Dunn of Dracut; twelve grandchildren Katelin, Gregory, Jimmy, Chrissy, Christopher, Andy, Steven, Jenny, Crystal, Jesse, Carly, and Marisa; three great grandchildren Rachel, Hannah, and Haley; and many brother, sisters, nieces, and nephews.
He was also the father of the late Gail Dunn
Friends may call at the DRACUT FUNERAL HOME, 2159 Lakeview Avenue, DRACUT, on Friday from 6 until 8 PM. His Funeral Service will be held on Saturday at 10:30 AM at the funeral home. Burial in Richardson Cemetery in Dracut. For online condolences please use the icon below.