George W. Gunkel, age 90, of Tampa, FL, loving husband and father, died on November 3, 2022. He is survived by Holly, his wife of 69 years, and three daughters; Michelle Higgins; Patti Ballard and Shelley Mouzis. He is also survived by five grandchildren and seven great grandchildren. George retired from the U.S. Air Force in 1969 as a Chief Master Sergeant with twenty years of service in computers and communications, serving tours in Germany, Korea and Vietnam. While in the Air Force he pursued a B.S. degree in business attending night school at Wright-State University in Dayton, Ohio. He continued his education at American University in Washington, D.C., University of Chicago and Stanford University. Upon retirement from the Air Force, he embarked on a business career in technology, beginning as computer sales rep with Sperry Univac, later joining Northern Telecom as VP Sales, followed by positions of VP Sales & Marketing at Tran Telecommunications and CXC Corporation. He cofounded computer networking company, Prodigy Communications, Inc. in Santa Barbara, CA, and retired as President & CEO of the firm in 1990. Arrangements entrusted to Veterans Funeral Care.
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Miss you every day Dad!
Heaven gained a very special angel, but this earth sure lost a wonderful human being.
George was one of the most kind souls I have ever met or had a chance to care for. We only had a few hours together but he taught me so much about life, death, and love. I will always remember him! Love and prayers to his family during this time.
Happy 2nd birthday in Heaven, Dad. I hope your angel friends throw you the party you deserve. You are missed every day.
Dad, it’s been 2 years since you passed and I still miss you every single day.