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Kenneth Dunker

1976 - 2017

Kenneth Dunker obituary, 1976-2017, Worcester, MA

BORN

1976

DIED

2017

FUNERAL HOME

Nordgren Memorial Chapel

300 Lincoln Street

Worcester, Massachusetts

Kenneth Dunker Obituary

Kenneth C. Dunker, 40

Worcester - Kenneth Charles Dunker, 40, of Worcester passed away suddenly in his sleep on Wednesday, May 10, 2017 after suffering a heart attack.

"Kenny" was born in Worcester on September 17, 1976, the son of Kenneth L. and Maureen M. (Gray) Dunker.

He is survived by his wife of 15 years Adria (Tsourides) Dunker, and their daughters Alissandra, twins Madison and Amelia, and his son Collin Dunker all from Worcester. He is also survived by his parents Kenneth and Maureen Dunker of Princeton, his sister Erin Lewis and her husband Mark from Paxton, his mother-in-law Alice Tsourides, his brother-in-law Marc Tsourides and his wife Holly from Worcester. In addition, he is survived by nieces Alexa, Norah, and his nephew Ethan, and several aunts, uncles and cousins.

Kenny was predeceased by his father-in-law Paul Tsourides of Sutton, his Grandparents Robert and Florence Gray of Dennis, and Dorothy Dunker of Holden.

Kenny attended Thomas Prince School in Princeton, graduated from Wachusett Regional High School and attended Worcester Industrial Technical Institute. He worked for many years at USA Marine starting as a young teenager in the yard as a helper moving boats around and eventually working his way up to running the yard crew and working in the service department. He eventually excelled at sales and took great pride in customer service; always going the extra mile to ensure a satisfied customer.

Kenny enjoyed following all of the home teams, especially watching the Red Sox and the Patriots, NASCAR and Fox News on TV with his family and the family dogs. He was so proud of his children in everything that they did and especially loved watching them play softball and participating in karate tournaments. Kenny enjoyed spending time at Cape Cod and in Maine fishing and boating. He always had a knack for putting a smile on your face and will forever be remembered for being a fun loving guy that you were glad you had a chance to share your time with.

Calling hours will be held at the Nordgren Memorial Chapel, 300 Lincoln St., Worcester on Sunday May 14th from 5 to 8 p.m. The funeral will be held on Monday, May 15th, from the funeral home with a Mass at 10:00 a.m. at Saint Spyridon Greek Orthodox Church, 102 Russell St, Worcester. Burial will follow at Hope Cemetery in Worcester.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38103, or to the American Heart Association 7272 Greenville Avenue, Dallas, TX 75231-4596. Please keep Kenny in your hearts and prayers.

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Published by Worcester Telegram & Gazette from May 12 to May 14, 2017.

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amelia dunker

December 3, 2020

hey dad thx for always calling me Mimi I miss thx

madison dunker

December 11, 2019

hi daddy I love you so much u make my day it is so sad with out you love u

-Madison Hope Dunker

Jim Jacobsen

October 10, 2018

Kenny always was and is and will forever be so special in my heart. I was extremely fortunate to know him and his parents. I can not put into words how sad I feel for all of his family. We will always remember you my friend.

Jon Sclar

September 2, 2017

I only knew Kenny a short time but thought we would be friends forever! He warmed my heart and mind and I could truly tell he was a special soul! The degree of kindness, caring and compassion he had was truly inspirational ! His sense of humor was second to none! In the short time I knew Kenny he brightened my life and the time we spent together becoming friends!
The words and feelings he shared about his entire family parents, wife, children and in laws is something you all would be proud of!
I'm sorry for your loss and will miss and think of Kenny often!

Clarinha

May 17, 2017

may you rest in peace, no more pain, keep an eye on all of us.

Brian O'Malley

May 17, 2017

Kenn was a great guy, and he adored his kids. He will be missed.

Becky (Crosby) Grant

May 15, 2017

I'm so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with your family.

May 14, 2017

Adria and family,
Dwight and I were shocked and saddened to hear about Kenny. It truly is heartbreaking for all who loved him. We send our love and hugs to you. Sue and Dwight

Patricia Stepanski Plouffe

May 14, 2017

Dear Kenny and Maureen,
I am truly sorry at the loss of your son. Please accept my sincere condolences to you and your son's family. Kenny sounded to be a fun, caring and devoted person.
May God bless him, his family and you during this most difficult time.
Respectfully,
Tricia Stepanski Plouffe

Dennis Dunlevy

May 14, 2017

Sorry for your loss

Angie Chereski

May 14, 2017

Adria and family,

My deepest condolences for your loss. I was shocked to hear about Kenny. My prayers go out to you and your family at this very difficult time.

Angie

Thomas Keating

May 14, 2017

We were so sorry to hear of the loss of your son. Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.

May 13, 2017

Ken and Maureen,
Our hearts are broken with the loss of your beautiful son.. There are no words to explain why such very sad things happen.. You both raised a young boy into a good, kind and caring man.. one who became a grand husband and a loving Dad... a divine Son and a good brother and friend to all .... and for that you shall always be proud.
All your family is within our hearts...
With much love,
Ginny, AnnMarie, Mary Theresa, Margaret Mary, Sean and Peter

Jan Romano

May 13, 2017

The loss you feel is unmeasurable, but so is the love that your son left behind. My deepest condolences for your loss. Prayers for peace

Mike Tower

May 13, 2017

Kenny and I worked together at Wachusett Mountain during high school. I remember almost every day one of us would say something funny and we would be laughing so hard we would bring each other to tears. Meanwhile a line of customers would be waiting for us to get it together. We probably should have been fired. Ill always remember the quick witted comments and humor Kenny brought with him every day. Thanks for the memories, Kenny. My sincere condolences to his wife and children and the entire Dunker family.

American Heart Association

May 12, 2017

May your memories of the wonderful times you shared with your loved one comfort you and your family, today and always.

May 12, 2017

Ken and Maureen. We are so sorry for your loss. You'll be in our thoughts and prayers.
Rick and Jan Bedell

Joanne Bulak

May 12, 2017

On behalf of my family Cherie, Melissa , Todd and Richie and myself .we send deepest sympathy to Kenny's family and to Kenny and Maureen and Erin . Our prayers are with you

Kelley Goodrich

May 12, 2017

My most sincere condolences go out to Kennys entire family. Such a nice guy I had the privilege of meeting at the ball park. I pray that Ali, Amelia, Maddie, and Colin all find peace and comfort in all the fun and great memories they have of their loving Dad. There is no death but only a change of worlds.

Kelly

May 12, 2017

My thoughts and prayers to the entire family! May god bless you all in this difficult time. Such great memories of being childhood friends and neighbors. May you Rest In Peace my friend.

Shirley & Al Gould

May 11, 2017

I am so shocked to hear of Kennys passing. Kenny was a good friend to my son Shane and Aaron. He was one of the funniest kids I've ever known. I always said he missed his calling as a stand up comic. May he rest in peace. My sincere condolences to the entire family.

Paul Hammond

May 11, 2017

On behalf of Mom Jay Maryellrn and I how shocked and saddened we are upon learning of Kenny Charless passing
Our deepest sympathy to all,of you at this very sad time

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May

14

Calling hours

5:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Nordgren Memorial Chapel

300 Lincoln Street, Worcester, MA 01605

May

15

Funeral Mass

10:00 a.m.

St. Spyridon Greek Orthodox Church

MA

May

15

Burial

Hope Cemetery

Worcester, MA

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300 Lincoln Street, Worcester, MA 01605

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