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Fred Dunn Obituary


FRED R. DUNN, 90, of Fairfield Glade, TN died June 3,2025 from complications due to an infection.
Born March 22, 1935, in Detroit, Michigan, Fred was the third of 7 children of parents Frederick Roy and Vesta Laveta Dunn. Fred had a successful 30+ year career as a carpenter before becoming a Little Caesar's Pizza Franchise Owner.
Fred was always available to help his friends and neighbors with projects or repairs, often being compared to MacGyver for his talents. Fred's passions have always been bowling, golf, playing cards and after his retirement in 1995, woodworking. We will remember him most for his unbelievable work ethic, his boyish mischievous side and his tremendous sense of humor.
Fred was preceded in death by his daughter Lori Zundel. He is survived by his eldest brother Roy Andrew Dunn (Lila), wife of almost 70 years, Joan Dunn, his son Mark Dunn (Vickie), and daughter Vicki Dunn Dionne (Ross). Grandchildren Jennifer Dunn, Mark Dunn Jr, Kendall Marshall, Joey Zundel, Nick Zundel (Kelsie), Michael Zundel (Kayla), Carissa Cavin (Corey), Josh Zundel and Tyler Zundel. He was blessed to have 6 Great-Grandchildren, Paige, Reese, Jase, Kolson, Ellie and Maddie. Also survived by many beloved nieces, nephews and friends. Fred also loved his cat Tommy who misses him everyday.
A wonderful Celebration of Life Event is scheduled for June 28th, 2025 at the Fairfield Glade Library, 455 Lakeview Dr, Fairfield Glade, TN 38558 from 5 to 10 p.m. Accommodation's are available at the Fairfield Glade resort (2 nt min) or at any of the three hotels within 5-6 miles.

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Published by The Herald-Dispatch on Jun. 17, 2025.

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Lisa Payne Barbour

June 19, 2025

Vicki,
I remember Fred and Joan with great fondness. I was part of the original crew hired when the Route 60 location first opened. I enjoyed hearing Fred speak of his life in Michigan and his work ethic was unmatched. He told me that he got into the pizza business because he wanted to make sure his kids had a solid future. Joan was sweet and kind. I still remember how she would sing along to whatever music was playing. The last song I remember her singing was "Joy to the World" by Three Dog Night. Honestly, just salt of the earth human beings. So sorry for your loss.

Maria Jones

June 17, 2025

To the Dunn family,
My deepest sympathy for the loss of the Patriarch of your family. I know he was a character just from the times I had the pleasure of seeing him in the office. A very sweet and funny man that didn´t seem to ever meet a stranger. I know he is greatly missed. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.

Matthew Scott Menear

June 17, 2025

So sorry to hear about your dad. He was a great guy loved working with him in the beginning of my career. Sorry again he will be missed.

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