Dennis C. "Denny" Hunke II, age 51, a resident of Plainfield, IL since 1996, formerly of Colorado Springs, CO, passed away suddenly and unexpectedly on Friday, October 10, 2014 at Good Samaritan Hospital in Downers Grove, IL from injuries sustained while attempting to aid an elderly motorist. He was born February 19, 1963 in Wichita, KS.

Beloved husband of Katherine L. Maloney, whom he married April 18, 1998, loving father of Jacob and Jacqueline Hunke, devoted son of Joyce and the late Dennis Hunke, dear brother of Michael (Angelica) Hunke of Colorado Springs, CO, Denise (Frank) Halle of Connecticut, Susan (Calvin) Dobson of Colorado Springs and Kenneth (Dawn) Hunke of Colorado Springs, son-in-law of James and Diane Maloney of Plainfield, brother-in-law of Joel (Susan Van Gilder) Maloney of Brussels, Belgium, fond uncle and great-uncle of many beloved nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews.

Dennis grew up in Colorado Springs, was a member of the Widefield High School Class of 1981and was a 1986 graduate of the University of Northern Colorado at Greeley with a degree in computer science. Dennis worked as a skilled carpenter for many years and enjoyed pheasant hunting, riding ATV's along with many other outdoor activities with his wife and children.

Visitation Wednesday, October 15, 3:00-9:00 P.M. at Overman-Jones Funeral Home & Cremation Services, 15219 S. Joliet Rd., Plainfield, IL.

Services will begin Thursday, October 16, 10:00 A.M. from the funeral home and will proceed to a 10:30 A.M. Mass of Christian Burial at St. Mary Immaculate Catholic Church, 15629 S. Route 59, Plainfield with Rev. David Medow officiating.

A luncheon reception will follow the funeral mass.

Interment: Private.

In lieu of flowers, memorial can be made to: Morning Star Mission, 350 E. Washington St., Joliet, IL 60433, (815) 722-5780, www.morningstarmission.org.

For more info, please visit www.overman-jones.com or call (815) 436-9221.

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Published by The Gazette on Oct. 14, 2014.

Memories and Condolences
for Dennis Hunke II

16 Entries

Shari Weldon

October 21, 2014

Please accept my deepest sympathy for your great loss. May Almighty God provide peace and strength as you endure this difficult time.

Dr. Glenda L. Carne

October 21, 2014

Our thoughts and prayers are with Dennis' family in Colorado Springs and Illinois. We remember Dennis as a teenager, athlete, high school classmate, and friend. Sincere condolences to Mrs. (Joyce) Hunke and all of Dennis' brothers and sisters, as well as his wife and children. Susan - Thanks for letting us know about your precious little brother.

Glenda L. Carne, WHS'80
Patricia Carne Riner, WHS'82
Gladys E. Carne

Elmina Tilley

October 16, 2014

I was so sorry to hear this. Keeping all of Dennis' family in my prayers.

Jim, Sally & Emily Crompton

October 16, 2014

Such a tragic loss but what an incredible example of a good samaritan. While the pain is great now, we will all remember what a good man that Denny was.

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B. Duxton Milam

October 15, 2014

My thoughts and prayers go out to the Hunke family

Julie Evans

October 15, 2014

Denny was the most kind hearted man I've ever known. Eric and I were blessed to have him in our lives and Eric even moreso than I, as they have been friends for so long. Denny's life ended at too young an age and tragically while trying to assist an elderly woman whose car was out of control. This was Denny. Always trying to help. He leaves behind two young children, Jake age 15 and Jackie, age 9. I've never seen so many people come out to a funeral viewing as I did today in Plainfield, IL. Denny was loved by many and I know his wife Kathy is also well respected and cared for by many in this community as evidenced by all the people who came today to share their condolences.
Life is too short, and we should all cherish the time we do have with our friends and family.

Cathy, Randy, Scott & Emma LIcht

October 15, 2014

You are all in our thoughts and prayers. So thankful we were able to visit with Denny at Aunt Joyce's birthday and Paul's wedding. Such a tragic loss. No one can make sense out of something like this. May God's love surround you and bring you peace.

Aunt Rita Crompton

October 15, 2014

My heart aches for all of you. I will always keep you in my thoughts and prayers. May God always watch over you.

Maggie Stack

October 15, 2014

Deepest sympathy for the entire Hunke family. My thoughts and prayers are with you all in this time of sadness.

Joe and Amy Galloway

October 14, 2014

So saddened to learn of Denny's death. Our thoughts and prayers are with the entire Hunke family

October 14, 2014

We are so sorry for your loss. Our prayers are with all the family. The memories you have are precious. God bless you all. Terry McKinley and Tim

Jody Sanchez-Skamarak

October 14, 2014

My deepest sympathy to the Hunke Family. Praying for you all.

Kyle & Gabriele Hunke

October 14, 2014

A very sad goodbye to a kind, hard-working man. I have many happy memories of Denny at family get-togethers while growing up in Widefield. Rest in peace, cousin!

Sue Duggan-Roberson

October 14, 2014

My deepest sympathy for the entire Hunke family!

Barry and Diane Fini-Sabol

October 14, 2014

Thoughts and prayers to the family.
Widefield class of 81

October 14, 2014

Our heartfelt sympathy goes out to the entire Joyce Hunke Family. May God's love guide you all.
The Lamont & Jeanne Gizzi Family

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