Jody Thomas Bundrum

Mr. Jody Thomas “J.T.” Bundrum, age 70 of Temple died Saturday, November 30, 2013 in Tanner Medical Center, Carrollton. Jody was born June 2, 1943 in the New Georgia Community in Paulding County, to the late James A. Bundrum and the late Mina Grace Brown Bundrum. He was a proud Veteran of the Vietnam War, having served our Country in the United States Army until he was honorably discharged on April 26,1968. During his service he received many commendations including the Silver Star, awarded on July 4, 1968 "for gallantry in action involving close combat against an armed, hostile force in the Republic of Vietnam", with recognition that "his extraordinary heroism in close combat against a Viet Cong force is in keeping with the highest traditions of the military service and reflected great credit upon himself, 9th Infantry Division and the United States Army". Jody was a Christian, and was retired from Tee Pak Printing Company. One of his greatest interests was Paleontology, the study of fossils, with his dedicated efforts in this field leading to several discoveries which will soon be on display at Ohio State University. He was also a beloved Waffle House regular, and enjoyed attending reunions with fellow Vietnam War Veterans. Survivors include his daughter and son-in-law, Michelle and Joe Moreland, of Woodstock; son and daughter-in-law, Marty and Monica Bundrum and their two sons, Lance and Dawson, of Temple; brother and sister-in-law, Grady and Francine Bundrum, of Douglasville; sister, Montine Alexander, of Atlanta; and a number of nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother Lawrence Bundrum. The family will receive friends at the funeral home, Wednesday, December 11, 2013 from 5:00 until 8 p.m. A Crypt-Side Service with full Military Honors will be conducted Thursday, December 12, 2013 at 11:00 a.m. at the Georgia National Cemetery in Canton, Georgia, with a procession escorted by the Patriot Guard Riders leaving the funeral home at 9:30 a.m. In accordance with his wishes, the body will be cremated. In lieu of flowers, the family respectfully requests donations be made to the Patriot Guard Riders either by mail at 6641 E. 85th Street North, Owasso, Oklahoma 74055 or online at www.patriotguard.org For more information and to send condolences to the family, please visit our website at www.jcollinsfuneralhome.com J. Collins Funeral Homes & Cremation Service in charge of arrangements

Jody Thomas Bundrum

June 2, 1943 - November 30, 2013