Clarence "Sam" Samuel Dunn

Clarence “Sam” Samuel Dunn, 89, of Caldwell, Idaho, was born in Connersville, Indiana, to Oda Francis Fawcett and Clarence Dunn.

Sam lived a life shaped by experience, adventure, hard work, and a spirit of independence. When asked about his life history, his answer was simply, "The school of hard knocks." He made his own way through life, learning as he went and building a life filled with memories and experiences.

Throughout the years, Sam called many places home, including Indiana, Florida, Montana, Wyoming, Utah, Oregon, and Alaska. He spent most of his life in California before eventually settling in Idaho.

Sam was self-employed, operating his own pool service business. Outside of work, he enjoyed hunting, watching drag racing, and spending time with his many interests. One of his greatest points of pride was the 1967 Fastback Mustang he built himself.

Sam and his wife, Jackie Dunn, shared a life full of adventures. They were married twice, first in Mexico and later in Las Vegas. Together, they enjoyed riding motorcycles across the country, competing as part of a paintball team, scuba diving along California's coastline and in the Channel, and camping. Their shared adventures created memories that will be treasured for years to come.

Sam was affiliated with The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. He generously volunteered at the Temple and enjoyed helping others research and discover their family histories through genealogy.

Sam leaves behind his daughter, Valorie Fuller; his son, Chet Nowak; his daughter-in-law, Gina Asberry; and numerous great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren.

Sam's life was one of hard work, independence, adventure, and making his own way. He leaves behind a family and a lifetime of memories that will continue to be cherished by those who knew and loved him.

He will be remembered and dearly missed.

A memorial service will be held 10:00 am, Saturday, November 21, 2026 at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, 23644 Old Hwy 30, Caldwell, Idaho.