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Dennis Harmsen Obituary

Harmsen, Dennis John

Dennis John Harmsen, 62, of Waupun, died Friday, August 15, 2014 at St. Francis Home in Fond du Lac.

Dennis was born March 26, 1952 to John B. and Evelyn Westhuis Harmsen at Waupun Memorial Hospital. He attended school in Alto and graduated from Waupun Sr. High in 1970. Dennis attended Moraine Park Technical College and received his degree in Data Processing. He also worked for the City of Waupun Public Works for 26 years. Dennis married Janet Kaul on April 28, 1973. Dennis enjoyed hauling milk for his father and friends. He also enjoyed the Alto Fair, camping, and was an avid Packers, Brewers, & Fond du Lac Bears fan. Dennis was his boys number 1 fan for hockey, baseball, and soccer teams.

Dennis was a member of Pella Lutheran Church, where he served as an elder.

Dennis is survived by sons: Derek (Kelli) and Jeremy (Sarah) Harmsen; granddaughter, Evelyn Harmsen; brother, Byron (Lorna) Harmsen; sister, Diane (Donald) Koch; the mother of his sons, Janet Kaul Harmsen; nieces and nephews; K9 companion, Speedy; and many other family, friends, and co-workers.

Funeral services for Dennis John Harmsen will be held Tuesday, August 19, 2014 at 11 a.m. at Werner-Harmsen Funeral Home in Waupun with Rev. Mike Stock officiating. Burial will follow at Alto Cemetery. Friends and relatives may call on the family on Tuesday at the funeral home from 9 a.m. until the time of service.

A special thank you to St. Agnes Cancer Care, Fond du Lac Hospice Hope, and St. Francis Home.

Werner-Harmsen Funeral Home of Waupun and staff are serving the family. Please visit our website at www.wernerharmsenfuneralhome.com for further information and to send condolences.

Published by Fond du Lac Reporter on Aug. 17, 2014.
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Our sympathy to your family as well. Dennis was a treasured friend and neighbor to "the shop". Ron and Sue Reichhoff

August 22, 2014

Deepest sympathies to the Harmsen family! Thoughts and prayers to you all!

The Russell family (Neighbors of Dennis' s)

August 19, 2014

Dereck, Jeremy, and your family,
My deepest sympathies to all of you, I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers.
You were both great neighbors on Lost Arrow Road.
Karen Schumacher

August 18, 2014

My sympathy goes out to the family during your time of grief. May God's loving-kindness comfort you and help you through this difficult time. (Psalm 119:50,76)

August 18, 2014

Sending you a hug and my prayers Derek, Kelli, Jeremy and Sarah. God bless you all at this time. Your dad was a dear man. Fondly, Kristie Martin at the cancer center

August 18, 2014

Deepest Sympathy to the Harmsen Family. Prayers and Strength in your time of loss.
Rick and Mechelle Landaal

August 18, 2014

We are so sorry to hear about your loss. I remember Mr.Harmsen was at all the Bear Hockey games and a big support. May God give you strength and courage to get through the challenges ahead as we pray for you and your family.

Scott Swanson

August 17, 2014

To Sarah and the Harmsen Famiy sorry for your loss. My prayers are with your family at this time

Debbie Weber

August 17, 2014

Eternal rest grant onto Denny, oh Lord and let perpetual light shine upon him. May he rest in peace. Amen

Todd Family

August 17, 2014

Rest in peace, Denny.
If a mans' legacy is the family he built, the friends he made, and his affect on others throughout his life - you were a huge success.

John Van Ess

August 17, 2014

My sympathy to all, he fought a good fight. Friend from high school and as young married couples. Many good camping stories.

brenda marshall

August 17, 2014

Loving you in spirit, Denny!

Chad and Christine Koehler

August 17, 2014

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