Jack W. Bunte
Jack W. Bunte age 95, of Quincy died on Wednesday, March 29, 2023 in Blessing Hospital. Jack was born April 11, 1927 in Quincy, IL a son of August and Louise (Futter) Bunte.
He married Irene C. Wellman on March 15, 1948, in Godfrey, IL. She preceded him in death on May 19, 1991.
He was a graduate of Quincy High School. He served in the U.S. Navy as World War II was concluding on the USN Tadcen in California, and in Treasure Island, CA. He was a participant on Honor Flight in 2018 and was proud to have had the experience.
Jack began his work life as a young man at the former Green Lantern on Broadway, after his Naval service he worked at Knapheide Manufacturing as a night foreman and working in the office.
Jack was a craftsman who was a perfectionist specializing in finishing work, for various construction companies including Holzgrafe, Schuefele, and Allen.
He taught his children by example to have a strong work ethic, to help others, and he and Irene provided a good home and family life for their children.
They bowled for years on a team called the “Born Losers” and hosted many bowling parties for the team in their back yard. Taking care-of the yard was a priority, as was taking care of others. Jack generously gave his time doing much remodeling for his family and for those who needed his skills.
He was of the Catholic faith. Jack was an active member of American Legion Post#37 in Quincy.
Survivors include his children: Margaret “Peggy” Hesse and her husband James of Mendon; Kent W. Bunte and his wife Lisa of Quincy; Lizabeth (Bette) Bunte of Quincy; and Theresa Mast and her husband Stephen of Fowler, IL.
13 Grandchildren: Jennifer (Byron) Sparrow; Curtis (Amanda) Hesse; Benjamin (Amanda) Hesse; Diane (Dennis) Blickhan; Joshua Bunte; Jacob (Stacy) Bunte; Jaclyn Bunte and her husband Gary Groesbeck; Sandra (Brian) Richter; Ryan (Nicky) Mast; Kim (Jason) Lind; Cody (Layne) Mast; Daniel (Rachel) Mast; Rebecca (Adam) Thompson. 28 Great grandchildren along with many nieces, nephews and other relatives also survive.
He was preceded in death by his parents, his wife, 3 brothers and five sisters.
The Bunte Family extends their grateful appreciation to Jack’s caregivers at the Illinois Veteran’s Home for their kindness and attention to him, and more recently to the comfort care team at Blessing for their accommodations and help in his last days.
Funeral services will be held on Monday, April 3, 2023 at 10:00 a.m. at Duker & Haugh Funeral Home. Interment in Calvary Cemetery with military honors provided by the U.S. Navy Funeral Honors Detail and American Legion Post #37. Visitation is Sunday from 3:00 to 6:00 p.m. at Duker & Haugh. Memorials are suggested to the Quincy Volunteer Emergency Corps. Messages may be shared online at www.dukerandhaugh.com
Bette, Peggy and Theresa, So very very sorry for the loss of your Dad. Know you are in my thoughts and prayers.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all . May God give you peace.
Many thoughts and prayers are with you and your families.
I’m sorry to hear about the loss of your father. I’m sure he greatly missed by your family.
My condolences to the family. I have known Jack Bunte ever since I transferred my membership to Legion Post 37 about 17 years or so ago. I remember him maintaining the Legion Post, taking attendance and selling Raffle Tickets at each meeting over the years. When I came to a monthly meeting, he would always ask me what was happening with the Log Cabin Village, when I became involved with it, and with the Antique Auto Museum before that. He was a very “personable” individual who supported many things we were involved at the Legion. He enjoyed living on the river and being involved at the Legion. As a photographer and a former Legion Commander, I was instrumental in adding a Legion Cap to his Legion “Honorary” Commander photo, when we made him an “Honorary” Commander years ago, because of his many years of service to the Post. Rest in peace my friend, you will be missed by all of us who knew you.
John Gebhardt, Past Post 37 Legion Commander (2008/09)
Kent,
Sorry for your loss and may a lot of prayers be with you and your family.