Aubrey C. Dunne

Dunne, Aubrey LA MESA -- Aubrey Dunne, known to his mother and friends as Bud or Buddy, was a wonderful Husband, Brother, and Father. He was a genius according to his membership in Mensa. Roller skating, ping- pong, board games, and cooking were among his many and varied interests and hobbies. He loved to sit down to the piano and play his favorite tunes. He was passionate about everything from gardening and birds, to karaoke and dancing. Always positive and upbeat in nature, he loved life and made the most of every day. He was great to be around and it was always stimulating and entertaining to be in his presence. He was a free sprit with a steel-trap mind. Aubrey had very traditional views and believed strongly in the Lord Jesus and the Bible. He was supportive and proud of his children. Aubrey Dunne passed away Tuesday, October 28, 2014 at his home in La Mesa. Born July 24, 1932 in Sayre, PA, Aubrey was the son of Erba Lucille Birney and Aubrey Clarence Birch and raised by his loving stepfather Eddie Dunne. His wife Valerie; his sister Jane and brother Alex; his children Greg, Grant, Guy, Shannon, Desiree; and his eight grandchildren survive him. He served two years in the U.S. Army, graduated from Mansfield State Teachers College in Pennsylvania, and came to California to become a math teacher at La Mesa and Parkway middle schools. His math students over the years will attest to you that he was a wild and crazy guy and some of his students have become lifelong friends. He was president of the La Mesa/ Spring Valley teachers association and was always active in community projects and clubs. He was a big part of the Associated Community Theatres "ACT" of San Diego County and the ACT "Aubrey Awards" for which was named in his honor. During the 1960s on Lincoln's birthday, you could find him dressed up as Lincoln and giving the Gettysburg address at Grossmont Center. A lifelong stamp collector, he founded The International Society of Worldwide Stamp Collectors. He was loved and will be missed by all his family and friends. Viewing 4-8 p.m. on Thursday, November 6th, at Dignity Memorial located at 684 S. Mollison in El Cajon. Service 10:30 a.m. on Friday, November 7th, at Saint Andrews Episcopal Church located at 4816 Glen Street in La Mesa.