Norman Walter Dunkelberger, age 79 of Hastings passed away Friday, November 21, 2014, at Thornapple Manor in Hastings.
Norman was born on May 17, 1935 at Pennock Hospital in Hastings, the son of Walter Ivan and Charlotte Harriet (Wellman) Dunkelberger. He completed the 11th grade at Hastings High School in 1952 and finished his education by attaining his GED.
Over the years, Norman was employed by Wolverine Feeder, Federal Mogul and lastly, Bradford White of Middleville, where he worked from 1971 until his retirement in 1997. He married Linda Kathleen Luna on May 17, 1985.
Norman attended the New Life Assembly Church of Hastings. He enjoyed fishing, and he played the steel and rhythm guitar. Norman also enjoyed playing board and card games with family and horseshoes.
Norman was preceded in death by his parents, Walter and Charlotte Dunkelberger.
He is survived by his wife, Linda Kathleen Dunkelberger of Hastings, his children: Paul Dunkelberger, Jim Dunkelberger, Jane Dunkelberger, Marsha (Glenn) Converse, all of Hastings and Joe (Michelle) Dunkelberger of Kent City, Michigan, step-sons: Miguel Rivera Jr. of Hastings, Bill (Stephanie) Rivera of Middleville, Luis Rivera of Front Royal, VA, and Tony (Melissa) Rivera of Hastings, 9 grandchildren, 12 step-grandchildren, and 3 great-grandchildren.
Funeral services will be held on Wednesday, November 26, 2014 at 2:00 pm at the New Life Assembly Church, 1490 E. State Rd., Hastings, MI with a one hour visitation period preceding the funeral service from 1pm until 2pm. Pastor Edna Miller will officiate the service. Interment will take place at Union Cemetery.
Memorial contributions may be made to the funeral home to help pay for funeral expenses.