Allen Daniel (Dan) Gunderson went home to be with his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ on May 8, 2008. Dan loved the Lord with all of his heart and was faithful in sharing his faith with everyone he encountered.

Dan was born Aug. 5, 1959, in Inglewood, Calif., to Allen and Pat Gunderson. He had a younger sister, Laura.

Dan just celebrated his 22nd wedding anniversary with his loving wife, Cheryl, and their four children: Sarah, Amy, Heidi, and Adam. They will deeply feel his loss and always feel his love.

The family attends New Heart Community Church, where Dan was actively involved in many ministries. He loved working with children and would share the Bible with them sincerely and often through humor, which Dan had a lot of. He was involved in small group and men’s ministries, where his presence will be dearly missed.

Dan died suddenly while bicycling home from work. He loved being outdoors, especially loved being with his family and dogs at the ocean. His passion was his family and his Lord. He loved nothing more than to spend hours with his kids in the snow, at the beach, or just playing games.

Prior to his death, Dan worked for Tomas Jewelers in Arcata.

Dan leaves behind many family and friends who will hear his laughter and miss his tender caring way. Dan always had time to listen and give of himself. He truly loved people and people truly loved him.

Services will be held at 2 p.m., Monday, May 12, 2008, at Trinity Baptist Church, 2450 Alliance Road, Arcata, Calif.

In lieu of flowers, an account has been set up at Coast Central Credit Union, in Allen Daniel Gunderson’s name.
We all love you Dan and will miss you always.