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Delbert Yunker Obituary

Yunker, Delbert C. 72, A lifelong resident of Mokena, died peacefully at his home on Monday May 13, 2013. Beloved husband of Joan (nee Elliott); Loving father of Karen (Frank) McHenry and Kimberly (John) Nave; Proud grandfather of Maverick and Dutch Nave. Numerous cousins and wonderful friends. Preceded in death by his parents, Clyde and Dorothy Yunker. Funeral service Saturday, 10:30 AM at the Vandenberg Funeral Home 19604 S. Wolf Rd. Mokena, IL. Interment in St. John Cemetery. Visitation Friday from 2:00 to 9:00 PM. Graduate of Lincolnway High School and a United States Army Veteran, Delbert worked for his father at Clyde Yunker Plumbing Co. for 23 years before leaving to act as Chief of the Mokena Fire Protection District until he retired in 1991. Delbert also worked at Timberview RV for several years, loved fishing, his family and wintering in Texas. Long time member of the Mokena Lions Club and the Mokena Chamber of Commerce. In lieu of flowers memorials to the Mokena Fire Department or the American Heart Assoc. would be appreciated. For information on services 708-479-1210 or www.vandenbergfuneralhome.com

Published by Herald-News on May 16, 2013.
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Joan and family. We are so very very sorry to hear about Del. He certainly will be missed by us and everyone that knew him. You are in our thoughts.
Wayne and Linda

Linda Brandt

May 18, 2013

Joanie, Kim and Karen....We will all miss him along with you. And we will all raise a glass to him around the campfire at Covered Bridge. Our love and prayers go out to you all.

Ed and Patti Thorson

May 18, 2013

There are no words..This family and community has lost a great human being. You and your family are in our prayers at this difficult time. May God be with you all.

Janette Steinhilber

May 17, 2013

Joan my prayers are with you, I am so sorry for your loss. I enjoyed seeing you at the bank when I was working. I miss hearing about your adventures. Delbert will be missed. Noreen Johnson

Noreen Johnson

May 17, 2013

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