John L. Dunlap, Jr.

John L. Dunlap, Jr., affectionately known as "Big Man", son of the late Helen Dunlap and John L. Dunlap Sr. was born on February 2, 1946 in Charlotte, North Carolina. He was educated in the Charlotte Mecklenburg School system.  Later on in life he came to New York where he worked various jobs. John enjoyed many things in life. He served as a Deacon in Family Baptist Church in the Bronx, New York. He was in the Masonic Order #21 Sons of Levi. He was a chef and loved to cook, especially for his family and friends.  He was preceded in death by his parents along with two sisters Eartha McKnight and Nancy Dunlap.  John leaves to cherish his loving memoris to his daughter, Shantell L. Dunlap; her mother, Jannie M. McCall of New York and, Essie Robinson of (20yrs); two grandchildren, Kemo Robinson and Kemie Robinson; five sisters, Jonnie May of (North Carolina), Betty Dunlap of (North Carolina), Ruby Dunlap of (North Carolina), Doll Dunlap of (North Carolina) and Joann Simpson; one brother, J.W. Dunlap of (North Carolina); special niece, Ernestine (Tina) Dunlap of the (Bronx, New York); and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and special friends. We loved you, but God loved you best.  “Where Are You” I want to hug you and tell you I love you again. I want to sit and have our favorite ice cream (blue bell banana pudding). I want to laugh and smile the way only you could make me. I miss you  like crazy dad. I wish I could find you somewhere out there to let you know, I still got you like I had you from the start. Please know dad that you will always remain in my heart. (Your loving daughter, Shantell D.)  ACKNOWLEDEMENT Words cannot express how much we thank you for the expressions of sympathy, love, kindness and support bestowed upon us during this time of bereavement. May God Bless and Keep You!!