DUNKELBERGER, Gloria (Bagenstos) 1932-2019

DUNKELBERGER, BAGENSTOS, BOHRNSEN

Posted By: K. L. Kittleson
Date: 12/10/2019 at 10:17:40

Biography

Gloria Dunkelberger, 87, of La Porte City, died at home on Friday, December 6, 2019.

Gloria was born on November 13, 1932, in La Porte City the daughter of Arthur and Ella (Bohrnsen) Bagenstos. She graduated from La Porte City High School in 1950.

Gloria married Ralph Dunkelberger on October 6, 1951 at St. Paul United Methodist Church, in La Porte City. It was the church’s first double wedding since its opening.

She was a farmer’s wife taking care of her two children and the homestead while Ralph was working in the fields. She loved raising her children and taking care of the home. Gloria was a member of St. Paul United Methodist Church and of groups within tasked with outreach. She also spent time in a bowling league with Ralph for many years.

She is survived by son, Mike Dunkelberger (Rory) of La Porte City; daughter, Penny (Mark) Wilson of La Porte City; five grandchildren, Mitchell Wilson, Zach, Brie, David, and Brian Dunkelberger; and three great grandchildren, Adyn, Emery, and Micah. Her furry companions Snookie, Pepe, Peanut, Suzie, and her loving caregiver Laura Sutherland.

Gloria was preceded in death by her parents; her husband; a son in infancy, Kenny Dunkelberger; brother, Herb Bagenstos; and sister, Kay Ramirez.

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Services:
Wednesday, December 11, 2019 at the St. Paul United Methodist Church in La Porte City, Iowa.

Cemetery:
West View Cemetery, La Porte City, Iowa.

SOURCE: Kearns Funeral Service