William "Bill" Roger Dunkerton

Born and raised in Baltimore, Bill was the son of the late Roger and Ella Dunkerton. He was preceded in death by his sister Jean Kline and is survived by his beloved siblings Jim Dunkerton, Ann McClaskey and Roger Dunkerton, Jr.

In this life, nothing was more precious to Bill than his wife and children. He is survived by his lifelong love, companion and wife of 52 years, Lois Elizabeth (Mayer) Dunkerton, his children, William A. Dunkerton (Beth) of Perry Hall, MD, Andrew K. Dunkerton (Courtney) of Mebane, NC and Katherine M. Veltman (Steve) of Manawaru, New Zealand, and the true apples of his eye, his eleven grandchildren.

Also precious to Bill was his church family at Forge Road Bible Chapel, where he served as an elder for over 40 years. Bill found his greatest fulfillment in life serving the Lord by serving His people in the local church with love, leadership and countless hours of pastoral care.

By profession, Bill was a dedicated science teacher and coach at Perry Hall Middle School and High School, from which he retired in 2003. Bill worked with compassion and creativity to make school and sports a positive experience for his students and players.

The family gives thanks to God for the blessing Bill was to their lives and for the hope of the gospel of Jesus Christ. Special thanks to the dear brothers and sisters at Forge Road Bible Chapel for their love and prayers. Thanks also to the staff at Gilchrist Hospice Center (Towson) for the excellent care given to Bill and the family during his final days.

The family will receive visitors at Schimunek Funeral Home, 9705 Belair Road, Nottingham, MD 21236, on Thursday, September 29th, 2016, from 1-3 pm and 6-9 pm.

A memorial service will be held at Perry Hall Baptist Church, 3919 Schroeder Avenue, Perry Hall, MD 21128, on Saturday, October 1st, 2016 at 2pm.

Contributions may be made in the name of Bill to: Forge Road Bible Chapel, 5040 Forge Rd., Perry Hall MD 21128.