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Dennis VanWinkle Obituary
Newburgh, Ind.
Dennis Matthew VanWinkle, 71, of Newburgh, passed Wednesday, September 10, 2014 at Deaconess Gateway surrounded by his family, friends and loved ones. He was born January 7, 1943 in Troy, Ind., to Wilbert C. and Mary Louise (Ray) VanWinkle.
Dennis attended Troy High School until it's closing. He was a Veteran of the U.S. Army 7th Infantry Division for three years and served in Mannheim, Germany as a High Security Communication Specialist. He worked at International Union of Operating Engineers - Local 181, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Newburgh Locks and Dam, Cannelton Locks and Dam, and Professional Transportation, Inc. Dennis was a highly respected High Performance Mechanic, working for many dealerships. He was a loving husband, brother, uncle and in-law. He loved rock music, followed Castle Marching Band, Castle Knight Football, the NFL and was an avid MOPAR enthusiast. His favorite job was working on the Luhr Brothers Dredge on the river.
Dennis was preceded in death by a sister, Ramona VanWinkle; brother, Delbert A. VanWinkle and his parents.
He is survived by his wife of 43 years, Betty Jean (McKinney) VanWinkle; brother, David A. (Jo) VanWinkle; sisters, Darlene G. Ryan and Della L. (Kevin) Kessans; nieces, Jessica M. and Joe Rogers, Jolene M. and P. J. Orlando, Amber N. and Ashley V. Kessans; nephews, Dennis J. (MaryAnn) Ryan and D. Patrick Ryan; nine great-nieces and nephews.
A Celebration of Life will be held at noon Sunday, September 14, 2014 at Kingman Event Center, 15901 Petersburg Rd, Evansville, Ind., 47725. Ziemer Funeral Home East Chapel, 800 S. Hebron Ave., Evansville, IN 47714 will be handling the arrangements.
The family would like to thank Dr. Anthony Inzerello and staff, Dr. Anthony Stephens and staff, and Deaconess Gateway ICU Nursing staff and Ministry.
Memorial contributions may be made to Castle Bands, 3344 Highway 261, Newburgh, IN 47630.
Condolences may be made online at www.ziemerfuneralhome.com.
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Memories and Condolences
for Dennis VanWinkle
Douglas Brotherton
September 5, 2024
Thinking of you today old friend
Doug Brotherton
September 5, 2023
10 years Rip. RIP old pal
Doug Brotherton
September 5, 2022
Track Master and mopar rule old friend. Miss ya Rip!
Douglas Brotherton
September 5, 2020
RIP, Dennis, remembeing you today friend.
John and Laura Werner
September 18, 2014
Dennis was such a kind soul and a well respected man. We were fortunate to have known him. You are in our thoughts and prayers, Betty.
Linda Folz
September 15, 2014
"Hey Chicky" I will miss hearing Dennis saying that. Prays being sent to all
Charlotte Mundel
September 14, 2014
You will be missed Dear Cousin. You were the best. RIP
Barbara & Al Maldonado
September 14, 2014
Betty, was so sorry to read about Dennis. He was always very nice and kind when we saw him. He had a great smile. Our prayers are with you and your family.
Doug Brotherton
September 13, 2014
Rest in peace Dennis. You were a great friend back in the old days. We shared many a good story and laugh along the way. You always loved Mopar hot rods and I will never forget your orange roadrunner with the Track Masters plate in the front. You worked many construction projects with my Dad and he always respected you. My best to Betty and the entire family. I will lift a glass and say a prayer this evening. Peace.
Betty Jean VanWinkle
September 13, 2014
Dennis still are the love of my life. You are what my soul was searching for, even though I did not know just what was missing in my life...not until that very cold evening in January, 1970, then I knew I had found what I needed to be complete in this world, I knew then I missed you from our last world and now I must wait to start my search once again for you in the next world we go to. Love you eternally, wait for me...I will be there. Your loving wife of 43+ years...
sally mckinney-jackson
September 12, 2014
will miss you very much. you were the best brother-in-law a little sister could ask for. I will miss you greatly,love ya.
Glenn Grant
September 12, 2014
Betty...Dennis was a very kind soul. Always friendly and greeted everyone with a smile. Be strong. You have been blessed and he was blessed as well.
Stefanie Wolf
September 12, 2014
I'm so sorry for your loss, Betty. You will be in my prayers.
Betsy Schramlin
September 12, 2014
My thoughts and prayers are with you and yours. All will meet again someday.
Brenda & Ed Jacob
September 12, 2014
RIP Dennis.
Joe Adkins
September 11, 2014
R.I.P. MY friend u will be missed by all and i cherish the time we had in our early years..
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