Obituaries

May 21, 1940 to May 18, 2020

FRANCESVILLE - Doyle Ray Dinkens, 79, of Indianapolis (formerly of Francesville), passed away Monday, May 18, at Franciscan Health Hospital in Indianapolis. 

He was born May 21, 1940 in Lutesville, MO to the late Roy W. and Lovie Oletha Dinkens.

He is survived by:
Michael Dinkens, Hobart, Son
Bryan (Kimberli) Dinkens, Greenwood, Son
Katie (Cedric) McConnell, Fountaintown, Daughter
Erin Donnelly, Lafayette, Step-Daughter
2 Grandchildren - Ezra and Aiden Dinkens
Dale Dinkens, Indianapolis, Brother
Mary Bierly, Walkerton, Sister
Several Nieces and Nephews

Preceded in death by:
Steven Dinkens, Son
Jill Roth, Step-Daughter

Mr. Dinkens was a longtime industrial arts teacher at North Judson-San Pierre High School, having retired in 1998. He was a devoted member of the Francesville Lions Club and the Francesville First Christian Church. Most recently, he attended Franklin Park Church on the south-side of Indianapolis with his family. His Christian faith was a very important part of his life, and he tried his best to be in church every Sunday. He was an avid woodworker and was very proud of his workshop and his collection of tools. He enjoyed talking about all things Northwest Missouri State (his alma-mater) and its football team. He loved being a grandpa to two sweet boys who will miss him very much. He had a joy for life; he loved to smile and find ways to make those around him smile as well. His family is thankful that he is now free from sickness and is home with Jesus.

Visitation will be from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., Saturday, May 23, at Frain Mortuary Querry-Ulbricht Chapel in Francesville. A private service will be held at the funeral home with Rev. Todd Yates (of Franklin Park Church in Indianapolis) officiating. Private burial will be at Roseland Cemetery in Francesville.

Memorial donations may be made to Franklin Park Church in Indianapolis.

Online tributes may be offered at www.frainmortuary.com.