Herbert "Lee" Dunn, Class of 1962

Herbert L. Dunn, (best known as Lee) originally from Washington, 82, passed away on November 7, 2021, at his home in Wesley Chapel, Fla. Lee was the second of four children, Dave, Sara Taggart (Sally), and Karen Brock, of the late Herbert M. Dunn and Dorothy L. Dunn. Growing up in the 4H program, he had no shortage of stories (perhaps tall tales) about tending to horses and feeding the hogs. He was a 1957 graduate of Trinity High School, and a 1962 graduate from Muskingum College. In both college and high school, he took great pride as a leader among the wrestling teams building life-long friendships with teammates and coaches. Lee started his career as a School Teacher with Trinity School District and later taught at Washington School District, eventually retiring from Wash High in 1994.In addition to teaching, he also worked as a financial planner with Waddell and Reed. Between colleagues and clients, Lee made it a priority to stay in touch long after his retirement. And it always warmed his heart when former students would reach out to reconnect with him. Throughout his life, he enjoyed staying active in community and recreation. He served as a member and past President of the Washington Jaycees, was a member and past Deacon at First Presbyterian Church, and at one point, a member of the Appalachian Llama Breeders Association (once showing a llama at the Ohio State Fair.)Lee Dunn was an avid skier and enjoyed travel making his way to all 50 states. Upon moving to Wesley Chapel Florida in 2005, he enjoyed his golf game year-round and meeting new people. For a period of time, he combined exercise and civic duty, riding his bike while serving neighborhood watch. Lee is survived by his daughter, Melia (Jason Budahazy); and former wife, Marilyn Dunn. His son, Ryan, died of brain cancer in March 2020. He is also survived by his three siblings, and nieces and nephews from the Dunn, Brock, and Jerich families.

Year of Muskingum Undergraduate Degree
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