Dale Hope Junker

Dale Hope Junker, 91, of Henderson, passed away Tuesday, March 31, 2026 at home under the care of St. Anthony's Hospice.

He was born in Ormsby, MN on October 23 1934 to the late Arthur H. and Ruby (Love) Junker.

Dale was a proud veteran of the United States Air Force and spent much of his career in auto body repair, from which he retired. He was dedicated to serving others, having been a Boy Scout Master and a house parent at Chaney House Boys Home. Dale was an avid supporter of Minnesota sports, with a special love for the Minnesota Vikings.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his first wife, Mary Junker; four brothers, Bob Junker, Arthur Junker Jr., Roland Junker, and Duane Junker; and sister, Arlene Randby.

Survivors include his wife, Frances Junker; three children, Brad Junker (Diana) of Myrtle Beach, SC, Brian Junker (Deana) of Mt. Vernon, IN, and Benny Junker of Henderson; four grandchildren, Braden Junker, Evan Junker, Kirsten Hadden, and Kassidy Hadden; four great grandchildren; sister, JoAnn Seward of Pekin, IL; brother, Roger Junker; nieces and nephews.

Graveside services will be at 11 a.m. on Monday, April 6 at Roselawn Memorial Gardens with Dayne Bogard officiating.

Tomblinson Funeral Home in Henderson is handling arrangements.

Expressions of sympathy may take the form of donations to St. Anthony's Hospice.