Sherman Richard Dunkin, age 76, Waverly, passed away April 15, 2020 at his home in Waverly. He was born November 22, 1943 in Geneva, Nebraska to Orville and Mona (Ressiegue) Dunkin. He was a graduate of Geneva High School, an U.S. Army and Vietnam War veteran where he was awarded the Bronze Star. Sherm worked at Goodyear Tire & Rubber for 34+ years and then owned a very successful handyman business for 16 years until his health forced his retirement. He was a member of the V.F.W., American Legion, D.A.V., USW #286.
He is survived by his wife, Peggy; Children,Tasha Pfenning (special friend, Brian Thompson), Waverly, Scott (Sandi) Dunkin, Omaha, Dana Dunkin, Lincoln. Grandchildren, Kamryn (special friend, Tyson Brown) and Dalton Pfenning, Waverly, Kaelyn and Gavin Dunkin, Lincoln, Cade and Jena Dinslage, Omaha, Kierra and Maliki Dunkin, Lincoln. Brothers, Don (Trudy) Dunkin, Geneva, Sister, Diane (Ray) Peschel, Geneva. He is also survived by an abundance of dear friends and loved ones. He was preceded in death by his parents and brother, Gary.
Graveside services will be 10:00 a.m., Friday, July 10, 2020 at Rosehill Cemetery, 14800 Heywood Street, Waverly with full military honors. A Celebration of Life will be held at Havelock Social Hall, 4538 North 62nd Street, Lincoln from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.. A tribute will be given at 11:30 a.m. with lunch being served at 12:00 p.m. Memorials to the family to be designated at a later date. Condolences may be left at trumpmemorials.com. Trump Funeral Services, 1600 West “O” Street. Lincoln.
Dear Peggy,
We are so very sorry for your loss. You and your family are in our thoughts & prayers especially in these trying times. We didn’t know that Scott & Dana were Sherman’s children until we read the obituary. They went to school with our son & daughter. You take care.
God bless, John & Nancy
Sorry for your loss and our thoughts and prayers are with you. We motorcycle riders and our Wednesday morning group meeting will sorely miss Sherm and his insight into solving problems.
Sincerely Albert L. Cherry
Went to a country grade school for a very short time in the mid 1950’s with Sherm. Looked up to him then. My sympathy to the family.
No words can replace Sherm. He was such a special man. He did so much for family and friends. He will be missed by many. May great memories help you at this time. He will always be in our thought.
Peggy and Family,
So sorry for your loss. I can still remember riding to school in the bus with Sherm and Donnie. Wow, that was a long time ago. He will be missed.
Jim & Cathy Nichols
Dunkin family,
Sorry for your loss. Sherman and I went through basic training together at Leonardwood. After basic we lost touch. I also was in Vietnam. I wish I would have known we lived this close to each other. I live in Lincoln. When Sherman told me he was from Geneva, I told him I was from Edgar.
Jay Bailey
To Peggy, Diane, Don and the rest of Sherms’ family; I’m so sorry to hear about his death and also so sorry that we have lost touch over the years. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Mary (Dunkin) Kuhl
Dear Peg,Tasha & Family, So sorry to hear of Sherm’s passing. Thinking of you all at this time . Our fondest memories of one of our most favorite neighbors and such fun times at garage parties with you and Sherm. We think of you so often. Please let us know when future services will be . Rest In Peace my friend.
I was surprised & sad to read of Sherm’s death. I had a good visit with him @ Tasha’s graduation reception. He will be missed.. You are in our thoughts & prayers. Pat & Mike
I am so sorry to hear about Sherm. I have great memories of growing up on our family farm nearby the Dunkin family. All of the Dunkins were very special people to me and my family. My love, prayers and condolences to all of you.
Peg,
We are thinking of you as you say goodby to Sherm. We enjoyed getting to know you in the motorcycle club. Many happy miles quite a few years ago. You were always so generous hosting picnics at your home. We hope this finds you remembering all the good times with Sherm. Prayers for peace and remembrance.
Sherm was my Friend. I will miss him. We had nothing but good times.