Online Obituaries

George J Dorunda Jr, formally of Chicopee MA, passed away on Tuesday, July 22, 2025 at the Spartanburg Medical Center in Spartanburg, SC surrounded by friends.  George was born on August 4, 1957 in Holyoke, MA, he grew up and lived in Chicopee, MA before moving to Florida then Gaffney, SC. He was the son of the late George Dorunda and Elaine (Minkalis) Dorunda.  He will be deeply missed by his numerous cousins and friends.  He loved to entertain people and always had a camera in his hand whether you wanted your picture taken or not.  His band, the Entertainers specialized in playing polka and other music at multiple local venues where he sang and was proficient at playing multiple instruments. He also hosted Prime Time Live where he had guests like Grandpa Munster, George The Animal Steel and so many more celebrities and guests national and local.  During his retirement he still kept a big online presence on several social media sites and on Dorunda.com sharing his life and daily adventures with thousands of followers whether it be advice on what to eat and what vitamins to take, his pictures of his daily 8 mile walks, and so many more photos and advice he shared with everyone to try to help them get healthier.  George’s funeral will be held Wednesday, September 17^th, 2025 at 10:00am at St. Anthony of Padua Parish, 56 St Anthony St. Chicopee, MA, followed by burial his at Mater Dolorosa Cemetery in South Hadley MA, all are welcome.  Cierpial Memorial Funeral Homes is in charge of arrangements.  In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made in George’s name to the charity of your choice.