Born to Raymond Carroll Dunbar and Ivy Jewell Caldwell Dunbar in Elgin, Texas on September 17, 1943, Lu was raised with love and surrounded by family. She now joins her grandparents JoAnna Dungan Dunbar, Virgil Dunbar, Lola Caffey Shaw, Arthur Shaw, and Hugh Caldwell; her siblings Vernell Dunbar Jordan, James Hardy Dunbar, Lola Joy Dunbar Cain, El Marie Dunbar Waggoner, and William Alan Dunbar; her daughter Theresa Gaye Johnson and her son Warren Alan Wynn; and grandson Matthew Allen Cain in eternal rest.
Lu is survived by her children Jeffrey Glen Johnson, Kerri Ruth Wynn Qunell (Jason), and Cirstan Anne Wynn Castleberry (Brian); grandchildren Shea Lynn Johnson, Nolan Keith Wynn, Scarlet Maclain Hobbs, Wesley Alan Wynn, and Avery Tessa Qunell; her great grandchildren; and many cousins, nieces and nephews. She shared her life and laughter with her beloved companion, Larry Wilkins, in Georgetown, Texas for over 15 years.
Her fondest childhood memories included Sunday rides after church, new clothes sewn by her Mama, and riding the tractor with her Daddy. Among Lu’s hobbies and favorite pastimes were reading (and more reading!), watching movies and the show Survivor, trivia games, and spending time with her many dogs. Lu also loved sharing stories of the past, touring wineries, making her famous pumpkin cake or banana pudding, and anything by George Strait.
She said her proudest moments were witnessing the achievements of her children.
Though her path may have been winding and at times difficult, she leaves behind a legacy of growth, transformation, and ultimately, the journey toward authenticity.
A visitation and catered reception will be held Saturday, May 18, 2024 from 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM at Cook-Walden Davis Funeral Home, 2900 Williams Drive, Georgetown, TX 78628. Instead of flowers, the family kindly asks for potted plants to be sent to 412 Katy Crossing, Georgetown, TX 78626. Your thoughtfulness in honoring Lu’s memory with greenery is deeply appreciated.
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