Martha "Jean" Bundy

Martha “Jean” Bundy, age 81, passed away peacefully April 25, 2026. Born September 28, 1944, in Morgantown, WV, she lived in Willowick before moving to Perry over 20 years ago.

Jean was a member of Aspinwall Church of God. She found a true calling in direct care work for the Geauga County Board of Developmental Disabilities/Metzenbaum, serving others with patience and compassion. Jean previously worked for Century 21 Launders & Assoc. and the Lake County Humane Society, continuing a life shaped by consideration for people and a tender concern for animals.

In personal life, Jean enjoyed fishing, rescuing animals, planning big Christmases, and spending time with her grandkids—simple joys that reflected a generous spirit and a warm, attentive heart.

Jean is survived by her daughter Dawn (Joe) Bastulli; son Robert Bundy; grandchildren Sofia Vober, Joe (Jen) Bastulli, Donnie (Maggie) Bastulli, Liza (Kevin) Johnson, and Jack Bundy; great-grandchildren Oliver, June, Wesley, and Reid; and dearest friends Peggy Wieland, Dawn Dean, and Connie Seibert. She is preceded in death by her first husband Donald Bundy; second husband James Shirey; parents Ralph & Lorraine (Coulter) Slaughter; and brothers Robert and James Slaughter.

Family and friends may call at Gattozzi and Son Funeral Home, 12524 Chillicothe Rd., Chesterland on Tuesday 5 – 8 PM, where a Funeral Service will be held on Wednesday, April 29, 2026 at 10:00 AM. Interment at Western Reserve Memorial Gardens in Chesterland. Memorial donations in Jean’s name may be made to the Geauga County Dog Shelter & Warden’s Office, 12513 Merritt Road, Chardon, OH 44024.