William D. "Bill" Dunkerson
September 28, 2012
William “Bill” D. Dunkerson, 50, passed away at his home Friday, September 28, 2012.
Bill was born September 6, 1962, in Des Moines, to Dale and Patricia Dunkerson. He was a life-long Des Moines resident and graduated from Tech High School. Bill owned and operated AutoWear for 24 years. He loved the outdoors and enjoyed barbecues, camping, fireworks, and spending time with his family. Bill was a member of the Isaac Walton League.
Bill is survived by his children, Jessica Schroeder, Jake Dunkerson, and Amber (Nathaniel Coltrain) Dunkerson; grandson, Carter; siblings, Karen Devard, Jean (Ron) Peterson, and Marsha (David) Sharp; and his wife, Pam; step-mother, Jo Dunkerson; step-brother, Bill (Barb) Kenworthy; and step-sisters, Debbie (Larry) Leslie and Kathy (Scott) Holland. He was preceded in death by his parents, and his mother-in-law, Jean Marino.
Visitation will be held from 9 to 11 a.m., Tuesday, October 2, 2012, at Hamilton’s Funeral Home, 605 Lyon Street, followed by a funeral service at 11 a.m.
Memorial contributions may be directed to the family.
Online condolences may be expressed at:
www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com
Dawn Young
10/03/2012
Jean, I'm so sorry to hear about your brother. Teri just told me. My thoughts are with you & the rest of your family.
Kevin & Terri White
10/02/2012
You have our deepest sympathies on the death of your husband, father, and brother.
We will always remember Bill as being the Wild and crazy guy. He sure enjoyed his outdoor activities with his family and friends. :)
Jimmy Wong
10/01/2012
The Dunkerson Family,
I am very sorry to hear about Bill's passing. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. God Bless.
- The Wong's
Pam DiCarlo
10/01/2012
Amber, Nathanial and family, My prayers are with you and your family. I am so sorry for your loss, I know he will be greatly missed and remembered this month. He will be with you through it all. watching your life together begin.
David Walker
10/01/2012
Your family was always so kind to my grandpa, Glen "Whitey" Tomlinson. He told of us Bill's frequent visits to check on him and sit and visit a while. Whitey was very fond of Bill. Jessica, you were Whitey's angel on earth as you cared for him daily, doing the little things that he couldn't do on his own. People like you have a special place in Heaven, and I'm sure Bill is smiling down upon all of you.
May God Bless your family with comfort and love during this difficult time. We will certainly hold your family in our prayers.
Kimberly Martin
10/01/2012
I am so sorry to hear about Bill's passing. My prayers are with all of you during this difficult time.
Maggie Peterson
09/30/2012
Pam and family,
I am so sorry for your loss - I am thinking about you and your family.
Maggie Peterson
Andrew Fuler
09/30/2012
It's moments like this when I wish I was more eloquent with my words. I spent a few years when I was growing up next door to the Dunkersons...Jake, Amber, and Jessie were so young. I am saddened to hear that the three of you have lost your father at such a young age. Pam, Jessie, Jake, and Amber...my whole family holds you close to our hearts today.
The Claypools
09/30/2012
RIP, Bill. You will be missed every day. It seems so unfair that your light was blown out so suddenly.
We will cherish you in our minds and our hearts, especially when your little girl gets married next month. We pray you will be there with us in spirit.
To the family, we will be praying for you in your time of sorrow. Please know we are here for all of you.
Jessica Schroeder
09/30/2012
Daddy,
I love you so much, and I miss you! I remember all the hunting trips we went on, and I enjoyed working with you for a couple years. I have so many great memories. I am so happy we got to spend one more birthday with you, you had such a good time. It really was great to see you have that much fun again. I will tell Carter everything I can about you, your grandson loves you so very much! - Until we meet again Hugs and Kisses XOXOXO
- Always,
Jessica & Carter
Lori Upah
09/29/2012
Girls:
Jim, Jill, and I are very sorry to hear of Bill's passing. Will always remember him and keep him in our prayers.
Love always