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Elizabeth Baker posted a condolence
Sunday, March 5, 2023
I am so sorry about Dr Dunker. My thoughts and prayers are with the family. I worked with Dr Dunker in the Operating Room for many years. He always talked lovingly about his family. He was very good to work with and cared deeply about his patients.
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Family of Richard & Belva Journiette posted a condolence
Friday, March 3, 2023
Death is truly mankind’s enemy. But how comforting it is to know that our Father in heaven will remedy this situation and we can enjoy life on earth the way it was intended.
Our family extends our sympathy to you and your family.
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Craig Fisher posted a condolence
Thursday, March 2, 2023
The Fisher family was introduced to Dr. Dunker many years ago at a Young Life family event at Windy Gap, NC. Our youngest baby, Kaitlyn, had been diagnosed with hydrocephalus and received a brain shunt at nine months of age. We were living in Bristol, VA at the time, not knowing that God's plan would bring us to Roanoke and a personal friendship with this wonderful man who had offered words of encouragement so many years earlier. Little did the family know that one of his sons, Pete, would also become a friend and spiritual mentor to me and my family. Dr. Dunker was no longer a neurosurgeon but a friend, a brother in Christ, a spiritual teacher just as Pete is today. I can not adequately put into words, how much Rod, Karen, and Pete have meant to me in my spiritual journey. Thank you for coming along side of me and my family and for sharing our walk with Christ. "Oh happy day" it will be when those of us who know Christ will join in the glory that Rod now has. Shalom! your brother in Christ, Craig Fisher
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Kaitlyn Fisher posted a condolence
Wednesday, March 1, 2023
Q: How did you meet Ralph?
A: I met Rod and his family through Faith Alliance Church. He was also my go to neurologist/neurosurgeon when I was growing up and needed to have check ups every so often to make sure that my shunt (for hydrocephalus) was functioning properly. His kindness and generosity was unmatched as well as his ability to help out at the drop of a hat whenever it was needed. I will greatly miss him but rejoice in knowing that he is free from his suffering. The entire family is in my thoughts and prayers during this tough time.
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Lauri Scogin uploaded photo(s)
Wednesday, March 1, 2023
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Please accept my deepest condolences at Rod’s passing. It was a privilege to know he and Karen. I hate the journey of Alzheimer’s this brilliant man and his family have had to endure. He has finished his race and is at peace with the Lord. Sending my prayers for peace and comfort during this difficult time. With love, Lauri Scogin
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Daphne Huffman posted a condolence
Wednesday, March 1, 2023
I remember Dr. Dunker being willing to serve as our pediatric neurosurgeon after the former one moved away. He was patient and kind with the children and their parents. I enjoyed getting to know him and working with his wife Karen for a brief time. It is sad to know that this brilliant man had Alzheimer's later in life. I send my condolences to Karen and the family.
Sincerely,
Daphne Huffman RN, retired
Carilion Pediatrics
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Greener Partners planted a tree in memory of Ralph Dunker Jr.
Tuesday, February 28, 2023
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A Memorial Tree was planted for Ralph Dunker Jr.
Monday, February 27, 2023
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Monday, February 27, 2023
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