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Myron Gumper Obituary
Myron was born Oct. 18, 1926, in Jackson County, the son of the late Myron H. and Irma (Rosenberg) Gumper. On April 15, 1981, Myron entered into marriage with the former Buelalee (Porter) NaDell in Traverse City.
Myron answered the call of duty in 1945, serving in the United States Army.
Myron was a gentleman in every sense of the word, and he adored his family. He loved to travel, and spent a lot of time with his wife and family camping in their travel trailer throughout the states.
Myron could often be found watching a John Wayne movie, taking in another episode of MASH or lost in a Louis L'Amour novel.
Myron was a past member of the VFW and American Legion, and was rarely seen without a coffee cup in hand.
Myron will be remembered by his loving wife, Buelalee of Traverse City; three daughters, Elaine (Michael) Hale of Eustis, Fla., Judy (James) Emerick of Romulus and Myra Jean (Gregory) Elliott of St. Charles, Mo.; two sons, Paul (Elspeth Stetson) Gumper of Interlochen and James (Dawn) Bradish of Brooklyn; two stepsons, Gary (Robin) NaDell and David (Christine) NaDell; stepdaughter, Susan (Duane) Messner of Rives Junction; three sisters, Alma Nearpass, Betty (Gordon) NaDell of Jackson and Louise Kwiatek; one brother, George Gumper; 12 grandchildren; 22 great-grandchildren; and several other loving family members and friends.
Myron was preceded in death by his parents; a daughter, Marilyn Gumper; and two sisters, Dorothy McCafferty and Caroline Lopes.
A funeral service will be today, Friday, March 2, 2007, at Reynolds-Jonkhoff Funeral Home, at 11 a.m., with visitation one hour prior to the service. The Rev. William Chu will officiate. Interment will be at Barnum Cemetery in Mayfield at a later date.
Memorial contributions may be directed to Munson Hospice.
The family is being served by Reynolds-Jonkhoff Funeral Home; www.reynolds-jonkhoff.com.
This obituary was originally published in the Record-Eagle.
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Memories and Condolences
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Keith & Shirley Malone
March 17, 2007
Dear Buelalee and family,
We are so sorry to learn of Myron's, (Gump) death. Wish we could have been there for you. He was a wonderful person whom I have many fond memories of from the time I was a little girl. Keith & I enjoyed the times we droppped in on you when in Traverse City just to say Hi that turned into an hour or two.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you & your family. We send our love. See you this summer.
Keith & Shirley
Donna Molitor-Damato
March 3, 2007
Paul & Family
We are very sorry to hear about the loss of your father. I can remember him joking with us at the Halloween Party or whenever we were at your house. Always remember the good times, and when you need to talk to your dad just do it out loud. He'll hear you!!
Lisa Puffer-Woodcox
March 2, 2007
Booie,Paul,Elspeth,and family,
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort. Myron will never be forgotten, He was a wonderful man. His smile was a geniune trait and has never been forgotten. He touched many peoples lives in everything he did and his caring way he showed.
You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
Irene Miller, Richard McCafferty, Arvid McCafferty, Rose Judd, Barbara Conklin, Debra Simpkins, Cynthia Brooks- The McCafferty Family
March 2, 2007
In My Pocket
I have memories in my pocket.
They rattle among the change.
My memories of you are treasures I carry wherever I go.
They are stored in bits and pieces, parts of a beautiful whole
They give me comfort when I think I am alone.
Yes, I have memories in my pocket, like so much other stuff I keep there.
But of all the treasures I have, it’s the memories of you that are the most precious.
Linda Wikle
March 2, 2007
Booie and family,
My thoughts are with you. I wish you thoughts of joy and laughter during the times you spent together.
Linda Wikle
Polly Barnes
March 2, 2007
We will always remember Myron coming into our Hardware store at the Corner of Airport and Barlow.
God be with you.
Polly and Brad Barnes
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