In Memoriam
Donald Joseph Lunny (JD 58)
Donald Joseph Lunny (JD 58), who served 16 years as the Plantation city attorney, passed away on June 14, 2012, after a long illness. He was 80 years old.
Lunny served a tour of duty in the United States Army as a 1st Lieutenant and then enrolled at UF Law. As a pioneer resident of the city of Plantation, Lunny used his post as city attorney to shape the growth and development of the budding city. He served on the city’s Planning and Zoning Committee and handled Plantation’s legal affairs. During his 30-year career practicing law, Lunny also managed his own law firm and served on many committees of The Florida Bar.
Lunny, described as a family man and lover of the outdoors, was an avid Gator supporter who enjoyed attending Gator football games and supporting UF through contributions to the University of Florida Foundation.
Lunny is survived by his wife of 56 years, Helen M. Lunny, and his four children, Susanna Lunny-Griffin, Donald J. Lunny, Jr., Gregory F. Lunny and Christopher B. Lunny.