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Delores Donker

1927 - 2012

Delores Donker obituary, 1927-2012, Oshkosh, WI

BORN

1927

DIED

2012

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Oshkosh, Wisconsin

Delores Donker Obituary

Donker, Delores M.

Delores M. Donker, 85, of Oshkosh died Monday December 31, 2012, at Eden Meadows. She was born January 7, 1927 in Oshkosh a daughter of the late John and Margaret (Raatz) Elmer. She married the love of her life Edward Donker on October 11, 1947, in Oshkosh and he preceded her in death on April 18, 1978.

Delores was a member of Zion Lutheran Church. She was a dedicated mother and caregiver raising four young daughters while caring for her invalid husband for over 10 years. She was a loving mother and grandmother who enjoyed playing cards, bingo, bowling, gardening, bird-watching, music, and most importantly she loved spending time with her family.

Delores is survived by four daughters, Kathy (Ron) Groskreutz, Patti (Tom) Pucker, Gail (Mike) Bohn, and Kim (Steve) Bahr; a brother, Richard Elmer; two sisters, Evelyn Kulibert and Jean (Ron) Boushley; nine grandchildren, Lori (Kurt) Kress, Lisa (Joseph) Abitz, Jill (Dennis) Schaffer, Shannon (Peter) Wright, Amy (Jessie) Schneider, Nicole (Brian) Evans, Jason Bohn, Bryan (Jessica) Bahr, and Kristy Bahr (Jerry Kope); fourteen great-grandchildren; and her beloved dog, Foxy. She was preceded in death by her husband; an infant daughter, Judith; a granddaughter, Sarah; and several brothers and sisters.

A funeral service for Delores will be held Friday January 4, 2013 at 1:00 p.m. at Konrad-Behlman Funeral Home-Westside, Rev. Ritchie Cole officiating. Visitation will be held Friday from 11:00 a.m. until the service. Burial will be in Lake View Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers a memorial is being established.

Published by Oshkosh Northwestern on Jan. 2, 2013.
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I spend a few days with Delores when she rented me a room during the EAA convention in 1988. I just came across the letter she wrote me, explaining where her house was and how to get there. I decided to look her up and I was saddened to learn of her passing. She was a wonderful lady and a great host. May she rest in peace.

November 28, 2013

Gail & Family,
Sorry for your loss, you are in our family's prayers.

Jack & Shelly Fruehbrodt
The Gordon Harris Family

Shelly & Jack Fruehbrodt

January 7, 2013

Gail and family:
So sorry to hear of your mom's passing. It is probably one of the hardest things in life when you lose your mom. I know she was a very special lady and a big part of you life. Cherish the memories...Hugs!
Mark & Sally Sanders

January 7, 2013

Patti
You are in our prayers during this difficult time, mothers are so special!
From the Christilaw sisters

Jan Dorner

January 5, 2013

Kristy

January 3, 2013

Prayers and thoughts to all of you at this time of sorrow.She was a wonderful person.I will be thinking of her as I am unable to make it to funeral do to work.My heart is with you all. Kim(Wilma)

January 3, 2013

So sorry to hear of your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers.

Sheila Wianecki

January 3, 2013

"Red" was truly an inspirational woman. I first met her when I was in high school and good friends with her daughter Patti. She had the challenge of raising four daughters while also caring for her sick husband. She never complained and always seemed very content with her life. By the way her four daughters turned out to be wonderful and caring women who any parent would be very proud of. We will keep all of her family in our thoughts and prayers.

Lezlee & Bill Hintz

January 3, 2013

Rest in peace mom. Will miss you soooooo much!

Patti

January 2, 2013

My heartfelt sympathy to Kathy, Patti, Gail, Kim and their families. I loved Delores very much. She was always so kind to me and so much fun. I am in Arizona now and would surely be at the funeral if in Wisconsin. I will be there in spirit. My love to you all.
Lynette Bird

January 2, 2013

I am sorry to hear of the loss of Delores, my prayers and thoughts are with all of you at this time. She was a special lady.
Kay Nolan O'Neil

January 2, 2013

Love and Miss you Gma

Peter, Shannon and Boy

January 2, 2013

Dear Kathy, Ron and all the Family, we are sorry for your loss. We are with you in spirit and prayers. Carla and Darel Ader

Carla Ader

January 2, 2013

I will miss you neighbor.

Pat Ebersberger

January 2, 2013

Grief can be so hard during the holidays, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one this holiday season.

Kathy (Boushele) Pohlman

January 2, 2013

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