Dennis ‘D.K.’ Lee Korinek, 69, from Blue Springs, MO died on Monday May 25, 2020. There will be no services, however, a memorial gathering for immediate family will be held at a later date.
Dennis was born on June 1, 1950, in St. Charles, Missouri, the son of Willard O. Korinek and Juanita B. (Ramsour) Korinek. He loved working outdoors with his flowers and gardens and spending time with his grandchildren. Dennis was a computer genius who was highly sought after traveling the world for General Motors. After he retired from General Motors, Dennis took on an entry level position at the Internal Revenue Services. Over the years, he quickly worked his way up the ladder at the IRS and quickly became known as the go-to “numbers guy” and mentor.
Dennis leaves behind a daughter, Kelly (Korinek) Wilson; son, Damien Budd; grandchildren, Aurora Wilson and Nolen Wilson; sisters, Linda LaBrayere and Peggy McClure; brother, Kevin Korinek; and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents.
Arrangements: Royer Funeral Home, Grain Valley, MO 816-847-4441
Cheryl (Mercer) Pearson
9 Jun 2020So very sad to hear of Dennis’ passing. I remember growing up with the Korineks – Dennis playing Superman to my Lois Lane – jumping off the front porch in his ‘cape’….all the 4th of July celebrations at the Korinek house getting elbow deep in watermelon. Many, many memories. My thoughts and prayers go out to all of Dennis’ family and friends for your loss.
Roni Hernandez
9 Jun 2020Kelly and Damien, I will keep your father in my prayers. He was such a patient man and I was amazed at his gift to impart knowledge in a way that was understandable. I am ever so grateful for having known him at the IRS. May God be with you at this time and always.
TaNeshia
9 Jun 2020My deepest condolences to the family of Mr. Dennis. I was a co-worker of his who almost quit my first year. Mr. Dennis talked me out of it and was my mentor and go to guy. Here it is 12 years later and I am still at the job he talked me out of quitting and just enjoyed talking with and seeing him before the COVID-19 happened. I was truly saddened by the news I received today and felt robbed of having him. This was a huge shock! He was a GREAT guy and will surely be missed.
Angie Cooper
9 Jun 2020Dennis will always have a little place in my heart. He was a mentor, a friend, giver of hugs and wisdom, and some days, the glue that held me together in our working world. He seemed to get so much joy from giving. The world will be a lesser place without his uplifting influence.
Pam Johnston
9 Jun 2020I will miss seeing you Dennis. Everyday for the last 10 years at work you brought a breath of fresh air to my atmosphere right when I always needed it. You once sang Janice Joplin (Mercedes Benz) to me at work and put a huge smile on my face. Rest easy friend.
Juliana
9 Jun 2020Dennis….what can I say…My “Time To Go”, Buddy…At the end of our shift, we ALWAYS walked out to our vehicles together…and some days you would even have to wait on me…Couldn’t wait til you made those baked potato chips, Buddy…Im glad you gave me that recipe…My office communicator, Buddy… When you had to move to be the workleader in a different area…I utilized the OC for questions and you utilized the OC to tell me, “Get Ready, Lets Go!” My…who’s that smelling like Bengay~Buddy…when those knees gave you problems, you could count on me to say..your knees must be bothering you….You were called Mr Dennis by many…But I called you Buddy…You will truly be missed. Rest Well…”Buddy”
Janette Maxwell
9 Jun 2020To the family I offer my deepest condolences. Words cannot express the sadness I have. Dennis was who I called my “work dad” because he always looked out for me and helped me become a better ERS TE. I am truly going to miss you. I wish that I could’ve said goodbye. Thank you for teaching me that chocolate is a vegetable 😊 Rest well my friend and say hello to my dad for me. Heaven has gained another great man. 🙏.❤
D.Budd
18 Feb 2021Thinking about you tonight, and wishing I could call.