Timothy M. Gunter, age 59, and a resident of Warsaw, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, Nov. 30, 2019, at Lutheran Hospital of Indiana in Fort Wayne.
Known by most as “Tim,” he was the son of the late Melvin F. and Bonnie Kinzie Gunter. He was born in Warsaw’s Murphy Medical Center on Nov. 4, 1960, and attended school in Warsaw. He spent most of his life in the Warsaw area.
Professionally, Tim worked as a diesel mechanic for nearly 40 years. He was GM certified and was a master diesel mechanic. More personally, Tim was a Harley rider and loved time spent outdoors; he like fishing, hunting, camping, golfing and any activity which got him out in the fresh air and sunshine. When he couldn’t be outside, he liked bowling, having bowled several 300s in his time. He was very supportive of the Boy Scouts and was actively involved with them for many years - he held several positions within the district committee.
Tim was easy-going with an ornery side. He loved to laugh and play pranks but could be rigid and strict when he had to be. He was a guitar player and a lover of classic rock, especially AC/DC. He was also a father of three and a grandfather of two – both positions he took seriously as he was proud to be a dad and grandpa.
Surviving are his sons, David Gunter, Daniel (wife, Samantha) Gunter and Joe Gunter, all of Warsaw; two grandchildren, Athena Gunter and Chayce Chalk; sister, Betsy (husband, Raymond) Scott, of Leesburg. and his girlfriend, Raylphetta Briddle, of Warsaw.
Tim was preceded in death by his parents and his wife, Deborah Gunter.
A Life Celebration® is planned with Titus Funeral Home, 2000 Sheridan St., Warsaw. Visitation will be on Friday, Dec. 6 from 4 to 6 p.m. Beginning at 6 p.m., Certified Funeral Celebrant Sharon Brockhaus will officiate Tim’s funeral. He will be buried in Oakwood Cemetery during a private graveside service.
*****
Memorials to to the Indiana Organ Donor Network, 3760 Guion Rd., Indianapolis, IN 46222.
Condolences may be left for the family at www.TitusFuneralHome.com.
