Dr. Ronald K. Dunham, local chiropractor, passed on to his heavenly reward on Thanksgiving evening, November 24th, at 11:15 in the Israel Hospice House in Ames. Ron was born April 11, 1941, in Marshalltown, son of Charles K. and Lela Dunham and was one of 9 children. He lived most of his life in Marshalltown and graduated from M.H.S. in 1960 after which he joined the Iowa Army National Guard. Following his honorable discharge, he went to chiropractic college and graduated from Cleveland Chiropractic College, Kansas City, in 1967, beginning his practice in Marshalltown in 1968. On June 30th, 1968, he was married to Sue Harvey and they made their home in Marshalltown until recently moving to Nevada, IA. He retired in May of 2008 after 40 years of successful practice and will be remembered as a loving, caring doctor who always took time for his patients. He was a past member of the Iowa Chiropractic Society, American Chiropractic Association, and served as president of the Marshall Central District of the Iowa Chiropractic Society. He also served for 2 years as the 4th ward councilman. Ron was a member of the First Church of the Nazarene where he served on the church board, children's council, youth council, adult council, and was pastor of outreach evangelism. He and his wife, Sue, were over 20 years in ministry as leaders in youth/teens. Ron will be remembered for his deep love for his Lord Jesus, his family, his church and many friends and patients.
He enjoyed camping with his family, the mountains, traveling, fishing, hunting, reading, and being with friends and neighbors. He will be remembered for his compassion and care for those whose many lives he touched. He always said that "God is Good All the Time" even through many years of suffering and pain.
He is survived by his loving wife, Sue, and daughters Angela (Jim) Anderson and Lisa (Gary) Stone and 5 grandchildren, Jacob, Alaena, Mariah, Ryan, and Benjamin, all of Olathe, KS. Also, his brothers Bob(Pat) Dunham, Marshalltown, and David (Gail) Dunham, Casper, Wy. and sisters Donna (Jerry) Downs, Becky (Clair) Elsberry, of Marshalltown, and Judy (Jon "Steve") Maxwell of Kansas City. In heaven he is reunited with his parents, brothers William "Bill" and Jerry and sister Delores.
Visitation will be at the Church of the Nazarene this Friday at 1:00-2:30 with service to follow at 2:30 with Pastor Jerry O. Richards performing this celebration of Ron's life. Burial will be in Riverside Cemetery.
Mitchell Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
Memorials may be directed to the family and will be directed to the Lord's work.
Judy Nehring - patient on 2011-11-28
Reinbeck - IA
So sorry to hear of the loss of my "World's Greatest Chiropractor!"
Nona Wallen Burrington - Friend of the family on 2011-11-28
Mesa - Arizona
Bob and Family, I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your brother. I went to school with you and Bill. My Prayers are with all of you.
Robert L. Moore - Long-time friend on 2011-11-27
Marshalltown - Iowa
My sincere condolences to the family of my long-time friend, Ron ("Ronnie") Dunham. Our friendship goes back to the mid-1950s when our families attended the Open Bible Church together. Along with our friend Paul Kepple (the "preacher's kid"), we bicycled nearly every mile of Marshalltown together! He was a great friend and a great man. He will be greatly missed and fondly remembered by all of us fortunate enough to have known him.
Julie Hiney - Long time family friend on 2011-11-27
Ankeny - IA
My heart and prayers go out to you during this difficult time. I was truly honored to know Ron and know the joy he brought to so many people. May you find comfort in God's love and each other. Love, Julie Hiney & family
Tim Lowe - freind and neighbor on 2011-11-27
Iowa City - IA
Dear Sue, Lisa and Angela, I am so sorry to learn of Ron's passing. My mother was treated many times by Ron and he always made her feel better. You were such good neighbors and helpful to my parents in their later years. Ron was a wonderful man and will be dearly missed by all that knew him.
Diana Rowley Swanson - Student of Sue's on 2011-11-27
Marshalltown - IA
Sue, I am sorry to hear of your loss. You will be in my thtoughts and prayers dring this time. Diana
Julie Rockhill-Ward - Friend of Faith's on 2011-11-27
Runnells - IA
Sue and family, I was so sorry to hear of Ron's passing. I understand this has been a very long battle for him. He's now at peace. My thoughts and prayers will be with you in the difficult time ahead.
Wendy Romig Kurth - friend on 2011-11-27
Marshalltown - Iowa
I'm so sorry for your loss,Sue. My heart goes out to you and the girls. I can remember the first time I met Ron at church. My first impression was that he was a kind, loving man and he always had a smile on his face. He will be greatly missed.
Chellie Harvey - Cousin in law to Sue on 2011-11-26
Marshalltown - Iowa
Sue and family, Please know that you are in my deepest thoughts and prayers. The road that you have traveled with Ron was commendable, your never questioned you just had faith that God would handle things, and he has. He has freed Ron of pain, and healed him in heaven. It is so hard to lose your best friend and soul mate. Let those that offer, help. Much love to you all!
Michelle Dombrosky & family - long time friend of the family on 2011-11-25
Olathe - KS
Please know that our prayers are with you during this difficult time. Ron is free of pain and suffering and he lived such a blessed life. He was surrounded by such wonderful family and by many friends. May he rest in peace. We hope you can find comfort that he is now in God's hands. With love, The Dombrosky family.
