Chris Dunn

Chris Dunn ObituaryObituary published on Legacy.com by Merchant Funeral Home - Clarkston on Mar. 6, 2026.Chris R. Dunn, 66, of Clarkston, Washington, passed away peacefully at home on March 5, 2026, surroundedby family after a courageous battle with cancer.Chris was born on March 21, 1959, in Lewiston, Idaho, to Bill Dunn and Betty (Olson) Dunn. He grew up in theLewis-Clark Valley and graduated from Clarkston High School in 1977. After high school, Chris pursued trainingthrough Sheet Metal Workers Trade School, beginning a long and respected career in the sheet metal trade.Throughout his working years, Chris was known as a hardworking and skilled craftsman. He worked for severalcompanies in the Lewis-Clark Valley, including NAPA, Funke's Auto Renovation, Twin Rivers HVAC, Lewis-ClarkMechanical, and Hobson Fabricating. Chris took pride in his work and built many friendships along the way.On May 22, 1982, Chris married the love of his life, Cassie (White) Dunn, in Lewiston, Idaho. Together theybuilt a life centered on family, laughter, and making memories with those they loved.Chris had many passions outside of work. He loved motocross and NASCAR and enjoyed spending time on thewater skiing and boating. Some of his happiest times were spent at Red Willow, where he enjoyed relaxingand making memories with family and friends. Chris valued time with the people he loved most and wasalways happiest when surrounded by them.Above all else, Chris loved his family. He was a proud husband, father, and grandfather who cherished timespent with his children and grandchildren. His sense of humor, loyalty, and steady presence will be deeplymissed by those who knew him.Chris is survived by his loving wife, Cassie Dunn of Clarkston; his daughter, Heidi Dunn of Clarkston; his son anddaughter-in-law, Ryan and Michelle Dunn of Clarkston; and his grandchildren, Grasyn Beloit, Bentley Beloit,MiKaelah Dunn, and Kyler Dunn. He is also survived by his father and mother-in-law, Robert and Alice White;brother and sister-in-law David and Janelle White of Spokane, Washington; and sister and brother-in-lawDonnie and Danielle Johnson of Lewiston, along with extended family members and many friends.He was preceded in death by his father, Bill Dunn; his mother, Betty (Olson) Dunn.A Celebration of Life will be held on March 21, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. at Merchant Funeral Home in Clarkston, witha gathering to follow at in Clarkston at 1220 22 nd Ave. Parking also available at 1213 Schweiter Ln.Memorial donations may be made to the Lewis-Clark Animal Shelter in Chris's memory.To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.