In loving memory of

Billy Ray Kunkel
April 21, 1953 - February 16, 2018

Billy Ray Kunkel, age 64, returned to his Heavenly Father on February 16, 2018 peacefully at his home in Dutch John, Utah, faithfully enduring to the end.He was born April 21, 1953 in Olney Texas to Maxine and Olaf Kunkel. He married the love of his life, Sandy Graham, in Rock Springs, Wyoming. They were sealed for time and all eternity on April 11, 1987 in the Provo Utah Temple.Bill was an avid outdoorsman who loved camping, fishing, hiking, four-wheeling, and loved running hounds with his sons. He enjoyed ranching in Browns Park, Utah being a true cowboy at heart. Bill retired after working 33 years at Clay Basin Gas Plant where he worked as a stationary Equipment Operator for Questar Pipeline. He was a hardworking, fun loving, all around good guy.Bill served faithfully and loved his many callings for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints. He was a dedicated Scout leader, home teacher and served in many different auxiliaries.He is survived by his wife, Sandy Kunkel. Sons Cody Kunkel, Ryan (Hannah) Kunkel, Kelly Kunkel and daughters Tifney (Josh) Kempton and Kayla Kunkel and eight grandkids. Brothers Jerry (Debbie) Kunkel of Kennewick, WA and Fred (Donna) Kunkel of Firestone, CO. He was preceeded in death by his parents Olaf Gerald Kunkel and Thelma Maxine Kunkel.Bill was a beloved husband, father, grandpa, brother, uncle and friend. We look forward to our reunion with him.Funeral services will be held Friday, February 23, 2018 at 11AM at the Dutch John LDS Chapel. A viewing for family and friends will be held Thursday evening from 6-8PM at the Ashley Valley Funeral Home and Friday 10-10:45 AM at the chapel. Online condolences may be shared at www.AshleyValleyFuneralHome.com

Tributes

Tracey Mcmichsel wrote on Mar 1, 2018:

"Sandy, I am so very sorry that your husband has passed. All my prayers are with you at this time . He is in heaven now and at peace."

Julie Burton wrote on Feb 21, 2018:

"Sandy, I'm so sorry for your loss!"

Debbi Heward wrote on Feb 20, 2018:

"My condolences to the family. I was so sorry to hear of Bill's passing. My prayers go out to Sandy and the children and to his brother Jerry and Debbie Kunkel."

Penny Creasy wrote on Feb 19, 2018:

"So many happy memories at the Radosovich Ranch in Arlie and Steve's kitchen and Lodore Hall. Bill made us smile and laugh right out loud many times. My love and concern for your hurting hearts. Penny Creasy"

Sandy Bertola wrote on Feb 19, 2018:

"So sorry to hear of Bill's passing. We hope the family feels comfort from their family, friends and faith."

Bev Miller wrote on Feb 19, 2018:

"So sorry to hear of Bill's passing. Our hearts go to Sandy and family. Know we are thinking of you during this time."

Nick Leodes wrote on Feb 19, 2018:

"sorry to hear about bill enjoyed working with him. had a lot of good times with bill sad to hear he passed away."