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Robert Earl Dunn, "BOBBO", left us on Monday, August 31, 2009 after a short illness. He was born to Edwin Earl and Opal Marie Dunn on December 21, 1931 in Wichita, Kansas. Bobbo moved to New Mexico in 1993 and resided in Tijeras. He began his artistic career at the age of 10. Bobbo was a pioneer in the field of car painting, flame painting and pinstriping, becoming known as one of the "Original Eight after Dutch", and one of the "Original Seven". Bobbo made a life with his gift and made quite a name for himself across this country, being published in numerous magazines. He continued his extreme passion with the brush right up until his death. Bobbo loved the Brush Bashes, Car Shows and spending time with the Disabled American Veterans. Bobbo honorably served in the US Army from January 1949 thru December 1953. He was an extremely proud Disabled American Veteran and truly loved America. He earned 3 Purple Hearts and 2 Bronze Stars. Bobbo is survived by his three daughters, Cheryl Ann, Terri Lynn and Deborah Earlene all of California; his brother (and best friend), John Thomas Dunn of Colorado; sister, Phyllis Yvonne, of Arkansas; 13 grandchildren; 19 great grandchildren; as well as numerous friends who loved him and will miss him greatly. A Viewing will be held in the Chapel of Direct Funeral Services on Wednesday, September 9, 2009 from 5:00 p.m to 7:00 p.m. He will be interred at the Santa Fe National Cemetery on Wednesday, September 16, 2009 at 2:00pm, with US Army Honors. Arrangements by Direct Funeral Services, 2919 4th ST. NW. ABQ. 505-343-8008.
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