Dean Arnold Volker

Dean Arnold Volker passed away peacefully after a lengthy battle with Parkinson's on February 8, 2016 with his wife and children by his side. He is preceded in death by his parents Arnold and Elsie Volker and his daughter Michelle. He is survived by his devoted wife of 23 years LeeAnn Volker (They were true soul mates) and his children Candace Volker (Steve Klein), Alicia Volker Rones (Todd) and Christopher Volker (Michelle). Step children Chris Rohlapp (Mariah), Steve Rohlapp (Cheryl), Melinda Rohlapp Valdez (Gil) and Tim Rohlapp (Alison). Extremely devoted grandpa (papa Dean) to Nina Alejos (Charley), Dominique, Jordan, Allie, Madison, Sofia, Krislyn, Quinton, Draven and great grandpa (GG papa) to Carson and Lyla. Devoted brother to Leonard Volker (Sue) and Raymond Volker (Pam). Uncle to Nieces Eldean (Dave) , Lori, Erica and Amber and nephews Stuart and Adam. Born in Fremont Nebraska on September 29 1938 and later the family moved to Petaluma. He attended St. Vincent's grade school and Petaluma high school. He coached his children in a variety of sports and was the biggest fan at all his grand children's sporting events. Wind rain or shine. He loved to teach. He was an extremely loving, devoted, gentle and caring. He would do anything for anyone. He never complained. He loved to dance and laugh and he had a great sense of humor. He and LeeAnn loved to camp and genuinely just love being together. His eyes would light up at the sound of her voice and she took care of him with the same devotion during his 10-year battle. He was a loyal member of the fraternal Order of the Eagles serving as secretary and a loyal officer in the 901Elks Lodge serving as secretary until he could no longer work. He will be truly missed by all his family and friends especially his "buddy" of over 60 years David Lindberg. Friends and family are invited to attend a Celebration of Life at 1pm on Sunday February 21, 2016 at Parent- Sorensen Mortuary & Crematory, 850 Keokuk St., Petaluma, CA., 94952 and continued on at the Elks lodge at 2105 So. McDowell Blvd., Petaluma, CA., 94954. In lieu of flowers please donate to Hospice of Petaluma for their wonderful care or a charity of your choosing. Memorial Service

Parent-Sorensen Mortuary and Crematory

Sunday, February 21, 2016 1:00 PM 850 Keokuk Street Petaluma, California 94952 Directions