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John Floyd Dunbar SPARTANBURG, SC - John Floyd Dunbar, funeral director, builder, developer, died on the evening of December 18, 2012 at his home. John Floyd was born in Spartanburg on November 2, 1926, a son of the late Elizabeth Floyd and Walter L. McKinney and later adopted by Dr. Paul A. Dunbar. He was first married to the late Mary McAlister and later to the late Jacqueline Walker, both of Charleston, SC. John Floyd is survived by three daughters, Towles D. Darby of Spartanburg, Elizabeth D. Ruth and her husband, George, of Terrell, NC, and Ann D. Evans and her husband, Marshall, of Spartanburg; three sons, Dr. John F. Dunbar Jr. and his wife, Merimac, James M. Dunbar and his wife, Becky, both of Spartanburg, and Henry S. Dunbar, II of Brevard, NC; three step children; Julie C. Steadman, Sallie C. Lesemann and James Conner; a brother Paul A. Dunbar, Jr.; twelve grandchildren; five step grandchildren, and Ellen Conner. He was predeceased by his brother, Henry Stevens Dunbar (Budgie), and a grandson Jackson Stripling Dunbar. John Floyd attended Porter Military Academy in Charleston, SC. where he graduated as the battalion commander and most athletic. He was a graduate of the Citadel, class of 1950, and was a World War II army veteran. He worked numerous years managing the J.F. Floyd Mortuary and cemeteries, Floyd Orchards, and Floyd real estate. He was also responsible for developing major subdivisions in Spartanburg County. He was President of Dunbar Construction CO. and Dunbar Realty CO. Mr. Dunbar was a life long member and a Deacon Emeritus of First Presbyterian Church. He was a member of The Piedmont Club, The Hibernian Society and the Carolina Yacht Club of Charleston. He served on the YMCA and Salvation Army Boards and participated in the Board of Realtors, the Homebuilders Association, Spartanburg Rotary Club, and American Legion. He was also past president of the Citadel Brigadier Club, member of the Athletic Advisory Board, and member of St John's 333 AFM, 32nd Degree Mason. Relatives and friends are invited to attend his graveside service at Greenlawn Memorial Gardens, Wonder of Life Mausoleum, today, December 21, 2012 at 3:00pm. The family is at the home, 1408 Thornwood Dr, Spartanburg, SC. In remembrance of John Floyd, memorial contributions may be made to Mobile Meals, P.O. Box 461, Spartanburg, SC 29304; Spartanburg Regional Hospice, in care of Spartanburg Regional Foundation, 101 E. Wood Street, Spartanburg, SC, 29303; The Caroline Virginia Pulliam Mitochondrial Disease Fund, in care of Spartanburg County Foundation, 424 E. Kennedy Street, Spartanburg, SC 29302; or to the charity of one's choice. Condolences may be expressed to the family at www.JMDunbar.com. Visit our guestbook at www.legacy.com/obituaries/ charleston

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Published by Charleston Post & Courier from Dec. 19 to Dec. 21, 2012.

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December 19, 2020

This is late but . Towles. Malcolm and John Floyd have probably cleared out all of the rabbits in their vicinity. And have leaned back to enjoy. I miss Malcolm and hope they are together Love to your family. Ceil Pendleton

Beth Jackson Gambrell

December 26, 2012

I am so sorry to read of Mr. Dunbar's passing. He was a dear friend of my mom (Elisabeth Jennings Jackson) and family. May God bless you all.

Franklin Sams

December 23, 2012

Hi, y'all don't know me but Budgiie and I were close friends at PMA when he lived on Church St. in Charleston. John Floyd was like a big brother to me and I kinda worshiped the ground he walked on. I live of Edisto Island and the last time I spoke with JF was years ago at the restaurant in Jacksonboro during deer season. I'm glad he was a part of my life.

Tina Puckett-Hughes

December 22, 2012

We have lost another Southern gentleman. When I was around Mr. Dunbar at events that I was uneasy at, he always made me feel welcome, along with the late Mr. McElhenny. I will never forget that. So sorry for your loss at Christmas. Your family is in my prayers. It was a pleasure to meet him.

December 22, 2012

Towles, I am so sorry to hear of your fathers passing. I never got to meet him but I think he would have been someone I would have enjoyed getting to know. I am praying for you and your family to find comfort during this time.
Kris Bagwell, Cardiac and Pulmonary Rehab.

Sterling Anderson

December 22, 2012

Our thoughts and prayers are with you all in the loss of your Father! John was my friend and co-worker upon my return to Spartanburg from active duty in the Army. We worked together at J.F. Floyd Mortuary. I have always had the highest regard for John. Jane and I send our love and prayers to each of you in this time of loss.

Sterling and Jane Anderson

December 22, 2012

Our thoughts and prayers are with the family.
Bill, Gillian, Hilary & Leighton Gelders

Evins Littlefield

December 21, 2012

John and Jim,I was sorry to learn of your Father's passing.May GOD comfort and console you all,as only HE can.It was my pleasure to have known him.

Rose Bailey Carpenter

December 21, 2012

I am so sorry for your loss. I really respected John and enjoyed working for him for 9 years. I lost my mother earlier this year and had lost my father in 1994, so I can understand what you are going through. My thoughts and prayers with you all.

Bobby Dobson

December 21, 2012

I share your sorrow and pray that the Lord will comfort you and strengthen you for this time, and keep you and your family in His peace

December 21, 2012

I am in deep prayer and thought of you and your family in this time of grief and loss. May you find comfort in your faith and strength in being together while prayer lifts you up to celebrate John Floyd's life.

Liz Clary

December 21, 2012

May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.

David Carroll

December 21, 2012

Budgie, I am very sorry for your loss. You are in my prayers. Stay strong and well.

JOHN hughes

December 20, 2012

MAY GOD BE WITH YOUR FAMILY.SINCERELY JOHN HUGHES JR. JANE K. HUGHES

Elizabeth Belenchia

December 20, 2012

Dearest Budgie, my fifth child, Thomas and I send prayers and love. Towles our new neighbor, we feel your grief. Jimmy, Annie, John, Elizabeth your mother spent many hours telling me how precious and special you are. We will miss the lights being on when we take 5:30 AM walks. I buried my mother one week ago so my feelings are fresh. Peace and blessings to all.

December 20, 2012

Johnny, Jimmy, and the rest of the Dunbar family,

Mr. John Floyd was the embodiment of a great Citadel man. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Tom & Melanie Eckles

Ginger Culbertson

December 20, 2012

Dear Paul, i am sending you and your family prayers, thoughts and words of comfort on your loss.

Billy Gunn

December 20, 2012

To the entire Family,
John Floyd was a special man. One of great integrity and honesty, whom I respected and whose presence I enjoyed immensely. My entire family thought the world of him and we will all miss him greatly!

Lewis & Georgia Cole

December 20, 2012

Your family will be in our thoughts and prayers.

Patricia Smith

December 20, 2012

Jimmy & family. So sorry for your loss. There is a special bond between father & son that you will cherish forever. Thoughts & prayers for you & family.

December 20, 2012

Jimmy, Becky and family, We are so sorry to hear of your loss. It is especially difficult this time of year. Our prayers go out to you and your family. God Bless. Barry and Kathy Wilson

December 20, 2012

Towles, and family. We were so saddened to hear about John Floyd. I had been thinking of him and sent a Christmas Card to see how he was doing. What good memories we have of John and Jackie. Love to all, Ceil Pendleton, Aiken, S. C.

Kim Garren Stepp

December 20, 2012

Jimmy, So sorry to hear about your dad. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Ann Flynn

December 20, 2012

To the Dunbar family -I was so sorry to hear of the passing of John Floyd. I had the privilege of knowing him through my career and through the Dunbar Construction days. I will always have the utmost respect for him for all that he did for my family during those years. He was such a respectable man that will truly be missed and loved by many. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.

Harold McGaha

December 20, 2012

It saddens me deeply to hear of your loss. I greatly respect John Floyd and his memory.

Maarie High

December 20, 2012

Towles, so sorry about your father. Marie High, Johnson Development.

December 20, 2012

My deepest respect and sympathy for the passing of John Floyd Dunbar Sr. Danny Flynn

Jady and Kathleen Fryml

December 20, 2012

Please accept our prayers and condolences.

The Law Family

December 20, 2012

We are so sorry to hear about John, he leaves behind quite a legacy. Our thoughts & prayers are with the family.

December 20, 2012

We are so sorry for your loss. Please let us know if there is anything we can do for you and your family. I know you will cherish the many wonderful memories.

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Carolyn and Al Jolly

December 20, 2012

You and all your family are in our prayers.

The Law Family

December 20, 2012

We are so sorry to hear about your dad. He leaves behind a great legacy. Our thoughts & prayers are with the family.

December 20, 2012

George dean Johnson,,Jr

Yvonne Kanapaux

December 19, 2012

My deepest condolences to the Dunbar family. I know Henry "Budgie" from his time working at Jimmy's funeral home in Charleston. He was like another son to me. My thought are with you all at this time.

December 19, 2012

Jimmie,
We are so sorry to hear about your Dad. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and all the Dunbars.
Lea and Tee

Vic Bailey Jr

December 19, 2012

Our sincere sympathy to the family. Please know our thoughts and prayers are with you. Rose and Vic Bailey, Jr.

December 19, 2012

Our deepest sympathy and love to the Dunbar Family.
Betsy & Scott Spinney

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