Birth date: Nov 8, 1951 Death date: Jul 8, 2009
On July 8th, 2009 with his loving family at his side J. Michael Lunsford went home to be with the Lord. Mike had been a Loudoun County resident his entire 57 years. His transition to the heavens was hastened by the reunion with h Read Obituary
Tootie, I have thought of you often and please know that you are in my prayers. We have both lost the love of our lives, one from sickness and one from tragedy, but rest assured we will be reunited with them again one day. They are watching over us. I love you girl. Let's continue to pray for one another.
Della##imported-begin##della lane##imported-end##
I know the community will definite miss Mike. All teachers in Loudoun will miss the famous words "Loudoun County Public Schools will be closed today." Mike was someone who everyone thought a lot of. His gentle was and he always want what was best for the students in Loudoun. I have known Mike for a long time and now the heavens will be brighter with another star that will light our way. Until we meet again!!##imported-begin##Dick Hickman##imported-end##
Tootie, Josh, Zack, & Emily. In the little time I got to spend with Uncle Mike, his wisdom and peace was carried throughout everything he spoke. Uncle Mike was surely my role model, and I am sure many others feel this way. A few weeks ago, Uncle Mike shared to us that horses are just like a huge dog, and that gave me a whole new look at horses. All his advice is meaningful and helpful. Uncle Mike's caring nature was cherished so much, and i don't think he realized that. He will be missed by many, and my blessings go out to the family!##imported-begin##Torie Harshman##imported-end##
I remember the early awards banquets when they called Mike to speak from the lineup. He would stand behind the podium, because he had the elvis leg thing happening. Then he would open with a one liner, I wonder if her practiced them on Tootie before he left the house. Time spent helping him build the house at North Fork. Mike had bought a new toy or an implement and there it sat in the box. We all opened it and stared at the multiple pieces there were. Four of us each grabbed up the parts and gave our own rendition on how it should be put together. Then we looked around and Mike was nowhere to be found, after searching for a brief while he was found sitting in the shade reading the instructions. e was a mentor to me, and I looked up to him. And a light house to us all, a beacon of truth."Big Mike", "old school", "lunch meat". It is obvious that he lived by the ultimate instruction book, gods word. He was a living testimony to all of us! His love of animals explaining to me just weeks ago that horses were just big dogs. He always had time to listen, he was fast to think, and slow to speak. When you asked him anything, he would pause and reboot, then in his ever soft voice that would draw you upon his answer as the wisdom flowed. He was a true rock, never heard a curse word. Even after bending four nails in a row. His dedication of his job of 41 years, and marriage to my sister of 31 years. He was a great provider, a loving, caring, and devoted father to his children. It is written in god's word, "Not to store up treasures on earth, that the moths will eat, rust will devour, and thieves will steal. But to leave an inheritance to your children, and your children's children. As they abide in faith, hope, love. These three things, but the greatest is love." Mike has truly set the bar high for all of us as we walk the narrow path so we will also receive the received with a "well done, my good and faithful servant." Continued comfort and blessings of the holy spirit to each of you. Tootie, Josh, Zach, and Emily you are in our prayers.##imported-begin##Scott Harshman##imported-end##
Tootie,
Ron and I were shocked to get the sad news about Mike. He has always been connected to our family - me through the Rescue Squad and our daughter, Ronda was one of his bus drivers several years ago.
God bless and keep you and please let us know if there is ANYTHING we can do for you. I, Nancy, have been and still am suffering from a stubborn migraine so I won't be able to attend his viewing or the services.
You and your family are in our in our prayers daily.
Love and Blessings,
Ron and Nancy Nicholas##imported-begin##Ron and Nancy Nicholas##imported-end##
I am deeply saddened by the loss of Mr.lunsford. He was a very kind and gentle man. His family will be in our hearts and prayers. He will be missed by everyone who knew him.##imported-begin##Barbara Sheppard Bush bus #713##imported-end##
Please accept my condolences. Mike was a great guy and very helpful whenever one called on. He will be missed greatly.##imported-begin##Debbie Thompson##imported-end##
Dear Tootie.....You and your children are in my thoughts and prayers, my friend. Mike was so well loved and respected by all who knew him. Alice##imported-begin##Alice Scott##imported-end##
Words seem inadequate to express the sadness I feel. Please accept my heartfelt sympathy on the passing of Mr. Lunsford. "May the peace which comes from the memories of love shared brings peace and comfort in the days ahead knowing an angel is watching over you"##imported-begin##Cheryl Okeke##imported-end##
Mike and I started driving the bus the same year. He was 16 I was 16+
That was 41 yrs ago and I am personally
going to miss him . He was never too busy to talk with me unless he was working on the budget then you knew the door was closed.l
May God be with Mike's beloved family that he cared about so much.##imported-begin##Geneva Allison##imported-end##
