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Richard Jonker Obituary
March 30, 2025
Colwich, Kansas -
Richard C. Jonker, 92, retired Inspector for the City of Wichita, died Sunday, March 30, 2025.
Funeral Service will be at 11:00 am, Saturday, April 5, 2025, at Ridgepoint Church.
Preceded in death by his son, Matthew Jonker; parents, August and Juanita Jonker.
Survived by his wife, Carole Jonker of Colwich; daughter, Kimberley (Cary) West of Wichita; daughter-in-law, April (Tommy) Jonker-Nikkel; grandchildren, Abigail (Ben) Kersting, Jesse West, Lily (Josh) Dwier, Mikayla Adkins, Allen (Starr) Trent; 6 great-grandchildren; and his ever faithful golden retriever, Gracie.
A memorial has been established with Ridgepoint Church, 8000 West 21st Street, Wichita, KS 67205.
Services in care of Downing & Lahey Mortuary - West Chapel. Share tributes online at: www.dlwichita.com
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Rodney O'Donnell
April 2, 2025
Mrs. Jonker-Kim
So sorry to hear of your Husband-Dad passing..l too will never forget that great smile and our birthday too--he was like a Dad to me.
God Bless
Love you All---see ya soon
Rodney O'Donnell
Rita Shaner
April 2, 2025
You were such a good friend to Herb. He enjoyed working with you. God be with you, Carole, and your lovely family.
Scott Jonker
April 1, 2025
Poker I'll miss the arny little grin of yours. I love and miss you.But I'll see you soon.
Sam & Tanya Foxx
April 1, 2025
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. Richard always had a smile was pleasant to be around.
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Ridgepoint Church
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