Kenneth Joe Dunker

Kenneth Joe Dunker entered this world on February 13, 1941 and left this world after a brief illness to go to his heavenly home on January 2, 2020. Ken, or as he was affectionally know by his family Kenny, was the beloved son of George Martin and Thelma Marie Strong Dunker who proceeded him in death. He was the youngest of six children; Ray, Fritz, Norma, Nancy, Don. He had two infant sons, James Dean and Jeffery Wayne, who died shortly after birth. He married Beverly Jean Crye on October 16, 1976. When they married, Beverly became the mother of his two sons Bradly Scott Dunker, of Greeneville and Eric Martin Dunker, of Loudon. All of whom survive him, along with Nickie (Eric) and their granddaughters, Jessica, Amanda and Brittany. He is survived by his sister, Norma Schroeder of Crossville, brother in-law, Michael (Sheila) Crye, of Maryland and sister in-law, Patricia Crye Byce, of Atlanta; along with many nieces, nephews and cousins. Ken grew up in Monon, Indiana on the family farm and went to college in Fort Wayne, Indiana. He was retired from Alltrista (now known as Jarden) as Vice President and Controller of Accounting in Greeneville, Tennessee. After moving to Jefferson City in 2005, he became very active at First Baptist Church Dandridge and was part of the Men’s golfing group at Patriot Hills where he had many friends. Ken was an avid woodworker and created many treasures for his family and friends. Receiving of friends will be held at First Baptist Church from 5- 7 pm on January 11, 2020 followed by a Memorial Service led by Rev. Cory Hammett. Internment of ashes will be held at a later date by the immediate family. If desired, in lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to First Baptist Church Dandridge, Tennessee or to the charity of your choice.