Franklin "Frank" Earl Dunham

Franklin (“Frank”) Earl Dunham, 60 years old, formerly of Mooresville, Indiana, passed away peacefully on February 27, 2025 at IU Methodist after residing at Tranquility Nursing and Rehab in Indianapolis for an extended period of time. We rejoice in knowing that he is now in Heaven in the arms of Jesus, with all his pain taken away. Frank was born on April 27, 1964 in Indianapolis, Indiana, the son of Heyward Dunham and Ethel Dunham. After attending Mooresville High School, he began working at Dunham Manufacturing, later worked for M&R Heating and Cooling, before dedicating 16 years at Linel Signature Skylite. Frank married Leatha Lynn (Flowers) in Mooresville, Indiana with whom he shared a beautiful journey that began on December 3, 1988. Together, they built a life rooted in love and mutual support. Frank’s family extended beyond blood, embracing his cherished bonus children and grandchildren with open arms. Frank’s passions were as diverse as they were enriching. A passionate historian, Frank was the Dunham family’s genealogy expert, dedicating countless hours to uncovering and preserving the stories of his lineage, of which he took great pride in. His love for music—particularly the soulful sounds of Stevie Ray Vaughan—fueled his spirit as music was his refuge and joy. After becoming paralyzed, he turned to music as a lifeline, using its rhythms to lift his spirits and combat depression. His love for animals was another cornerstone of his life, as he found comfort and companionship in their presence. He was preceded in death by his father, Heyward Dunham, mother, Ethel Dunham, and brother, Daniel Dunham. He is survived by his wife, Leatha (Flowers) Dunham; his bonus daughter, Melissa Jo Flowers and her children Rocky McGuffin, Scotty McGuffin, and Terry McGuffin; his bonus son Steven Dale Flowers (Susan), and sons Corbin Flowers and Adler Flowers; and his bonus daughter Samantha Flowers Clouse (Joe), and their children Joslynn Clouse and Isaac Clouse, his sister Cindy Webb (Brian), his sister Marla Engle (Bob), his brother Steven Dunham, as well as several nieces, nephews, and extended family who will forever carry his memory in their hearts. A graveside service will take place at 1:00 p.m. on March 10, 2025 at Smithville Christian Church Cemetery, located on S. Fairfax Rd., Smithville, Indiana, where family and friends will gather to celebrate Frank’s life and the joy he brought to the world. All are welcome to attend and share in remembering Frank's incredible journey. Arrangements have been entrusted to Allen Funeral Home and Crematory 4155 South Old State Road 37 in Bloomington. Online condolences, photos and memories may be shared with his family and friends at www.allencares.com.

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Franklin "Frank" Earl Dunham

April 27, 1964 - February 27, 2025