Gerald W. Bunch

Mr. Gerald W. Bunch, age 69 years, of Henley, Mo., passed away Monday, August 6, 2012, at the Capital Region Medical Center. Gerald was born on June 21, 1943, in Midridge, Mo., the son of Clayton and Lora Donaldson Bunch. A lifelong resident of the central Missouri area, he was employed as a welder and painter with Thrall Car for many years. Survivors include: four sons, Robert Bunch of Missouri, Rodney (Kristy) Bunch of South Carolina, Ronald (Sandra) Bunch of Illinois, and Richard (Denise) Bunch of Georgia; two sisters, Teri Bessinger and Juanita "Elsie" Romas; 10 grandchildren; and numerous nephews and nieces. A Celebration of Gerald's Life will be held at McClung Park from 4:00 until 6:00 p.m. Saturday, August 11, 2012. Private graveside services and interment will be held at a later time at Flatwood Cemetery near Eminence, Mo. Those desiring may make memorial contributions to the Bunch Grandchildren Educational Fund. Funeral arrangements are under the direction of Freeman Mortuary. www.freemanmortuary.com