Louis Page Dunn, III

Louis Page Dunn, III made his journey home to Heaven on Friday, April 8, 2022 surrounded by the love and comfort of his family. He was a loving and devoted husband, the paragon of a father and grandfather, and a joyous great-grandfather. His quick-witted sense of humor, infectious smile, and knack for a clever one-liner will be missed by all who loved him.

Born June 9, 1931, in Wilson, NC to Louis Page Dunn I and Sophia White Dunn, Louis was raised in New Bern, NC. Prior to being drafted into the Army during the Korean War, Louis dropped out of school at a young age to work in his father’s store. At the conclusion of his conscription, Louis returned home to North Carolina to pursue a career in masonry and plastering. While in Norfolk, VA working at a job site, he was set up on a blind date with Miss Elaine Hodges. Eight months later, they were married on February 22, 1959. Louis’ professional career continued with the creation of two business enterprises: D&H Construction Co., and Dunn Plastering Co. He was a fraternal member of the Kempsville Masonic Lodge #196, the Scottish Rite, and Khedive Shriners International order. Louis was also a regular member of the Tidewater Division of the National Model Railway Association.

Louis was preceded in death by his beautiful bride, Elaine H. Dunn, his son Thomas Dunn, brother Jack Dunn, sister Jane Dunn, and his parents. Left to cherish and continue his legacy are his sons Timothy Page Dunn I and L. Douglas (Doug) Dunn, both of Virginia Beach; grandchildren Kelsey Dunn of Winchendon, MA, Tim Page Dunn II of Virginia Beach, Erin Dunn Adey of Nashua, NH, and Courtney A Dunn of Fairfax, VA; 10 great-grandchildren; and countless nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.

The family will be honoring his memory with a memorial service on Monday, April 18th, 2022, at 2:00 PM at Rosewood-Kellum Funeral Home, followed by a graveside service and reception back at the Dunn family home. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Louis’ honor to the Kempsville Masonic Lodge #196.