Robert Marcus Bunn, Jr.
July 31, 1941 ~ January 4, 2021
ROCKY MOUNT - Robert Marcus Bunn, Jr., age 79, passed away on Monday, January 4, 2021. Born in Edgecombe County, NC on July 31, 1941, he was the son of the late Robert Marcus Bunn, Sr. and Beulah Frances Griffin Bunn. He was also preceded in death by his brother, Mike Bunn.
Robert served in the United States Army in Korea during the Vietnam Conflict. He was a life insurance agent for over 40 years with various companies. Robert was an avid NC State Wolfpack fan and enjoyed being in the Wolfpack Club. He was a shagging enthusiast (beach music) in Myrtle Beach, SC. Robert loved to travel, especially going on cruises. He was a loving husband, father, grandfather, friend and will be dearly missed by all those who knew and loved him.
Robert is survived by his wife of 51 years, Patricia "Pat" Webb Bunn; his son, Robert Marcus Bunn, III and wife, Maridee, of Greensboro; his grandsons, Chase Michael Bunn and Ethan Robert Bunn; his brother, Donnie Bunn and wife, Kim, of Greenville; his sister, Annette Bunn of Rocky Mount; a special cousin, Ed Schultz of Chester, VA; and many nieces and nephews.
A Funeral Service to celebrate Robert's life will be held on Saturday, January 9, 2021 at 2:00 PM at Englewood United Methodist Church, 300 S. Circle Drive, Rocky Mount, NC 27804 with Rev. Terry Williams officiating. The family will receive friends and relatives on Friday, January 8, 2021 from 6:00 PM to 7:30 PM at Wheeler & Woodlief Funeral Home.
A Private Entombment will be held at Rocky Mount Memorial Park.
During the COVID-19 pandemic, the family is requesting the need for social distancing and wearing of masks due to health concerns faced around our nation at this time.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made in Robert's memory to the VFW Post 58 of Rocky Mount, 11270 NC Highway 97, Rocky Mount, NC 27803 or the American Legion, 2731 N. Church Street, Rocky Mount, NC 27804.
Arrangements entrusted to Wheeler & Woodlief Funeral Home & Cremation Services, 1130 N. Winstead Avenue, Rocky Mount, NC 27804. You may share memories and condolences with the family by visiting www.wheelerwoodlief.com.
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Wheeler & Woodlief Funeral Home & Cremation Services
1130 N. Winstead Ave.
Rocky Mount, NC 27804
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Friday 1/8, 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
The family will receive friends and relatives on Friday, January 8, 2021 from 6:00 PM to 7:30 PM at Wheeler & Woodlief Funeral Home.
Service
Englewood United Methodist Church
300 S. Circle Drive
Rocky Mount, NC 27804
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Saturday 1/9, 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
A Funeral Service to celebrate Robert's life will be held on Saturday, January 9, 2021 at 2:00 PM at Englewood United Methodist Church, 300 S. Circle Drive, Rocky Mount, NC 27804 with Rev. Terry Williams officiating.
Cemetery
Rocky Mount Memorial Park
4454 Dortches Blvd., Hwy 43
Rocky Mount, NC 27804
A Private Entombment will be held at Rocky Mount Memorial Park.
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Cruising will never be the same without Robert…the McDonalds and the Bunn’s have been friends for over 45 years…as have Will and Marc. Everybody loved Robert …Robert who loved to strut in his dress clothes and his shagging shoes! On his last cruise Feb 2018 he led the way to the Piano Man Lounge,talked to the Piano Man who shook his head about not knowing a song while handing Robert the microphone so he could sing Some Enchanted Evening .All the ladies came to hug him while he got a standing ovation. He was a star on that Princess Ship for the rest of the sail. So
My thoughts and prayers are with you, Marc, and family. God’s grace is sufficient for every need and heartache.
I’m very sorry for your loss. I imagine Robert is partying in Heaven with Jimmy V! GO PACK!!!
May God take you by the hand and guide you through the coming days.
Prayers for all of Robert’s family. Lots of fond memories of our childhood and Sunday’s spent in our Grandmothers backyard. Love from an older first cousin!
My heart hurts for you and Marc and I’m so sorry not to be there to give you a hug and say my final goodbye to Robert. He’s been a good friend and a big presence at so many good times over the years. He will be missed.
I fondly recall when Marc and his father took me to the ACC tournament. Robert made me feel like family that day. My money was no good that day. We had a fine time, sharing our mutual passion for ACC basketball. I recall to this day, watching them interact, that I thought I wish I had a relationship with my father like Marc has with his Daddy. They weren’t just father and son, they were best friends, and always will be. Robert will be sorely missed and fondly recalled always. He was a real gent and a prince of a fellow. Rest in peace, Robert. Deepest condolences to all his family and friends.