Menu
Search by Name
Search by Name
David Dinkel Obituary
He was the husband of Ruth V. (Balthaser) Dinkel.
Born in Hamburg, he was a son of the late Daniel A. and Ruth S. (Soder) Dinkel.
He was the owner and operator of Hamburg Pattern Works, retiring in 2004.
He was a 1949 graduate of Hamburg High School.
He was a Navy veteran of the Korean conflict.
He was a member of the Hamburg Historical Society and an avid contract bridge player.
In addition to his wife, he is survived by a son, Dan A., husband of Jennifer P. (Rulon), Dinkel, Fort Washington; and two daughters, Polly A. Dinkel Baer, wife of David Baer, San Francisco; and Amy G. Dinkel Cooksley, wife of David A. Cooksley, Jeffersonville.
Other survivors include a sister, Dorothy S. (Dinkel), widow of John A. Fidler, West Hamburg.
There also are four grandchildren: Ethan, Owen, Paige and Hannah.
He was predeceased by a son, Joel D. Dinkel, on July 19, 1973.
Memorial services will _be Friday at 2 p.m. in Leibensperger Funeral Homes Inc., Hamburg (off-street parking in rear). Burial will be in St. John’s Cemetery, Hamburg. A visitation with the family will be Friday from 1 to 2 p.m. in the funeral home.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for David Dinkel
Sandy Goodwin
January 18, 2008
Polly,Dan and Amy
So sorry to hear about the passing of your dad. I have so many wonderful memories of him on our family picnics when we were kids. I know he will be missed. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Sandra Justiniano
January 13, 2008
David loved the Lord and is now in His presence. There was a dramatic change in David's life when he learned and accepted personally God's plan of salvation. He talked about the hymns he loved, the bible studies he shared in the men's groups he attended. He was so impressed with the men who he went with to Washington DC several years ago and how they went there to stand together to be better men, husbands and fathers. He was newly born again then and this was an uplifting experience for him. He loved his family, children, grandchildren and was very proud of them. See you there friend, when the Lord calls me home
Kevin Brader
January 12, 2008
I am so sorry to hear of David's passing. He will be missed at our men's TGIF (Today God is First) men's group class at GTAOG church.He was always faithful, devoted and I could always see the love of Christ in His heart.
Kate Wagaman-Klomp
January 9, 2008
Amy,
My thoughts and prayers are with all your family at this time.
Kate Wagaman-klomp
Karen O'Brien
January 9, 2008
Dan - my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this difficult time.
Marci Rose
January 9, 2008
Dan,
Our deepest sympathies to you and your family.
Josie Unikewicz
January 8, 2008
Dan & Family,
I'm so sorry to hear about your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Showing 1 - 7 of 7 results
Make a Donation
in David Dinkel's name
Memorial Events
for David Dinkel
How to support David's loved ones
Honor a beloved veteran with a special tribute of ‘Taps’ at the National WWI Memorial in Washington, D.C.
The nightly ceremony in Washington, D.C. will be dedicated in honor of your loved one on the day of your choosing.
Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?
What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?
Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?
We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.
Read moreResources to help you cope with loss
Estate Settlement Guide
If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.
Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast
Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.
Read more
The Five Stages of Grief
They're not a map to follow, but simply a description of what people commonly feel.
Read moreWays to honor David Dinkel's life and legacy
Obituary Examples
You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.
Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples
These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.
Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?
Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.
Read more
