Michael R. Dunham, worked at Sea Colony

Michael R. Dunham of Lewes, formerly of North Beach, Md., passed away Sunday, Dec. 13, 2020, due to COVID-19. At the time of death, Michael was employed at Sea Colony in Bethany Beach,where he worked in security for 17 years. 

He was born in Washington, D.C., Oct. 23, 1952, and was raised in the Brookland section of Northeast. He attended St. Anthony’s Grade School and participated in sports at the Turkey Thicket field like many family members before him.

Michael was preceded in death by his parents, Warren and Theresa Dunham; and his brother, Louis Burns. He is survived by his son, Joseph “Joe” Dunham; a brother, Warren; and a sister, Kathleen (Austin) Smith; niece, Kimberly (Pat) Durkin; his nephew, Brendan Smith; and grandchildren, Darrin and McKenna. 

His parents were good athletes while growing up in Turkey Thicket. His dad was a running back with the Grady Boys semi-pro football team, and his mom was a top-flight bowler who competed on the television show Beat the Pro. Michael enjoyed listening to his dad’s sports stories and reviewing pictures and data on the Grady Boys, Irish War Veterans, Car Credit, Southwest Merchants and the Shamrock Football teams. He also had an appreciation for the baseball and softball teams at all levels. 

Michael will certainly be missed by his family, friends, co-workers and the many individuals he saw on a regular basis. 

Due to COVID-19, a celebration of life will be scheduled at a future date.  

Online condolences may be sent by visiting www.melsonfuneralservices.com.