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Michael S. Dunlea, 72, recently passed away in California with his brothers by his side. Mike was the son of Edwin and Betty Jean Dunlea, and was raised and schooled in Hampden, MA. Immediately following his 1972 Cathedral High School graduation, Mike enlisted in the U.S. Marine Corps and proudly served his country for 5 years. After discharge, Mike started a new life in California where he spent the rest of his years. He is survived by his son Christopher and wife Lisa; grandchildren Nathan, Gavin and Eden and his former wife Jennifer Blake and her daughters Melissa & Olivia. He is also survived by his brother Peter Dunlea, his wife Janine of Chicopee, MA, and their sons Tyler & Seth along with his brother William & wife Carolin of Orleans, MA and was preceded in death by his loving sister Mary in 2009. Mike will be brought home to Hampden for a private burial.  

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Peter, and Bill, I was very sorry to read this. I know I would always ask you about Michael Shea when I saw you. I'm pr…

Peter, and Bill, I was very sorry to read this. I know I would always ask you about Michael Shea wh…

Peter, and Bill, I was very sorry to read this. I know I would a…

Rest in peace, my brother.  Your tour of duty has passed,  Semper Fi.  
Rest in peace, my brother.  Your tour of duty has passed,  Semper Fi.  
Rest in peace, my brother.  Your tour of duty has passed,  Sempe…
Peter. Sincere condolences on Mike’s passing. 
Peter. Sincere condolences on Mike’s passing. 
Peter. Sincere condolences on Mike’s passing. 

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Michael "Mike" Dunlea