Herbert Norman Kunz

Herb was born at Mercy Hospital in Sacramento to Clarence and Mildred Kunz on February 1, 1928 and passed away in Sacramento on May 6, 2012. He graduated from McClatchy High School, Sacramento City College, and Sacramento State College (1952). Prior to entering college, Herb spent two years (1946-1947) in the US Navy's submarine service. Herb was a 34-year member of the Sacramento Police Department earning the ranking as Lieutenant Officer and participating in the first Sacramento Police Training Academy (March 2, 1953). Herb is survived by his loving wife Rosemary, his high school sweetheart. Herb and Rosemary shared 63 wonderful years of marriage together and were blessed with 5 children: Peggy Vellanoweth (Fernando), Mike Kunz (Jackie), Patsy Gannon (Greg), Marty Lim (Steve), and Jeannie Bellinger (Raye). Herb was a very proud Papa and Grandpa to 12 grandchildren, 6 boys, 6 girls, and 4 great-grandchildren. Herb is also survived by his sister Arlene Scott (Stan) and his brother Clarence Kunz (Pearl). Following retirement, Herb and Rosemary moved to Graeagle, California, where they enjoyed many rounds of golf, memorable family gatherings, winters in Arizona and many cruises. Herb's life will be remembered and celebrated at a Memorial Mass at Sacred Heart Church, 1040 39th Street, on May 14, 2012 at 11:00am. Private Interment will be at St. Mary's Cemetery. He will be deeply missed.