A funeral will be held Monday for 69-year-old James “Jim” H. Dunker of Perryville, Mo. who passed away Monday, August 11, 2025 at Mercy Southeast Hospital.
He was born June 30, 1956 in Perryville, Mo. to Lewis and Dolores (Feltz) Dunker, who both preceded him in death.
Jim and Kim (Erlacker) Dunker were married October 22, 1976 at St. Vincent de Paul Church in Perryville, Mo. She survives him in Perryville.
He is also survived by a son: Jason (Tabatha) Dunker; three daughters: Jennifer (Jason) Wright, Amy (Jay) Helms, and Danielle (Bobby) Lands; a sister: Debra (Jim) Thomas; 13 grandchildren and three great-grandchildren.
He was a maintenance supervisor at Perry County Nursing Home for several years.
Jim was a member of St. Vincent de Paul Catholic Church and American Legion Post #133.
Jim taught hunter education classes for several years. He enjoyed hunting, fishing and woodworking.
Jim loved grilling for his family and spending time with his grandkids.
Visitation will be 7-9:30 a.m. Monday, August 18, 2025 at Ford & Young Funeral Home in Perryville with the Rosary being recited at 9 a.m.
A funeral mass for 69-year-old James “Jim” H. Dunker of Perryville, Mo. will be held at 10 a.m. Monday, August 18, 2025 at St. Vincent de Paul Church in Perryville with the Rev. Tony Dosen C.M. officiating.
Burial will be at Mount Hope Cemetery in Perryville.
Memorial contributions may be given to American Diabetes Association.
Online condolences may be made at www.fordandyoungfuneralhome.com.