Lillian E. Kinker's Obituary
Lillian E. Kinker, age 83 of Greensburg, died Wednesday, September 5, 2012 at her home. Born December 4, 1928 in Decatur Co. Indiana, she is the daughter of Louise (Nee: Picker) and Anthony Haunert. She married Robert Kinker Sr. October 25, 1952 At St. Maurice Church in St. Maurice, Indiana and he preceded her death January 30, 2012. She was a Registered Nurse at Margaret Mary Hospital for over 40 years before retiring in 1993.Lillian enjoyed being a nurse and taking care of people. Her sons talked about her being a caring nurse who would get to know her patients and was genuinely concerned for their well being. In her free time, she did quilting and crocheting and often worked cross word puzzles. The boys also talked about her love of animals and spending time outdoors working in her flower and vegetable gardens. They also pointed out she was a good cook and baker. Her pot roast and cookies were favorites.She is survived by her sons and daughters-in-law Robert and Paula Kinker Jr., Douglas Kinker, Stephen and Pamela Kinker, all of Greensburg; grandchildren Karen Brancamp, Rebecca Kinker and great grandson Braylon Brancamp. In addition to her husband and parents, she is also preceded in death by her brother Paul Haunert.There will be no public visitation. Funeral services will be 11 a.m. Friday, September 7th, at St. John’s Church in Enochsburg with Rev. George Nangachiveettil officiating. Burial will follow in the church cemetery. The family requests memorials to the New Point Fire Department or to St. John’s Church Building Fund.
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