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Dennis Buksyk Obituary
Dennis D. Buksyk, of Neenah, age 67, passed away surrounded by his family and friends on Thursday, April 10, 2014 at St. Elizabeth Hospital. He was born January 29, 1947 in Neenah, son of the late David and Marvel (Smith) Buksyk.
Dennis served in the US Marines and did two Tours in Vietnam. Following his service he came back to Neenah and married Kathy Ruesch in March of 1970. She preceded him in death on December 12, 1990.
Dennis retired from Kimberly Clark after 20 years of employment. He enjoyed riding Harley's and raced both motorcycles and boats. Dennis also was an avid antique collector and loved the outdoors hunting and fishing. He was at his happiest when he was surrounded by his family and friends, sitting around the fire, at his cabin in Tomahawk.
Survivors include his fiancé, Sue Parks; two children: Rob (Cassandra) Buksyk, Emily Buksyk and fiancé, James Meisel; three step-children: Melissa, Krista (Dennis), Jimmy (Sam); six grandchildren: Ella, Macy, Lily, Dayton, Kaylyn and Kayley; three brothers: David (Connie) Buksyk Jr, James (Kerrie) Buksyk, Michael (Doris) Buksyk; three sisters: Peggy (Don) Hansen, Sue (Dick) Roou, Joy (Todd) Henkel; and his extended family, known as the "Scab Heads."
A visitation will be held at Neenah's Westgor Funeral Home on Wednesday, April 16, 2014 from Noon until 2:00 PM. There will then be a graveside service held immediately following at Greenlawn Memorial Park. Full Military Honors will be conducted by the US Marines and the Neenah/Menasha Veterans Honor Guard. In lieu of flowers a memorial is being established in his name.
Westgor Funeral Home
205 W. Doty Ave.
Neenah 722-7151
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Memories and Condolences
for Dennis Buksyk
Ginger Denton
April 5, 2019
Dennis, you are deeply missed and thought of often. You will always be in our Hearts & Soul. Keep an eye on us up their our Biker Music Lovin Guardian Angel RIP my friend;-)
Shantel Manske
April 20, 2014
Prayers to you Emily and your family!
Tom & Jane Dewey
April 17, 2014
RIP Denny. You are now resting safely in the arms of the angels.
Diane Cook
April 16, 2014
Denny RIP. You were such a fun guy to work with at KC. My heart goes out to the family.
Barbie Paulson- kohanski
April 16, 2014
Rob & Emily, sorry for you loss! your family is in my prayers! Much love
April 16, 2014
May our thoughts and prayers reach all your familys. GOD BLESS
Rod & Kathy Keen
April 16, 2014
Dear Sue and Family, I'm sorry I could not be with you today to celebrate the life of Denny. I was fortunate to see Denny every summer in Door County at my antique mall. He and I shared the love of antiques. Today I will remember him as I did in Door County, enjoying camping with Sue, showing pictures of all his collected treasures and reminiscing about our parents. My condolences. Bob Buksyk
Sue and Lori Ruesch
April 16, 2014
Dear Rob and Emmy,
So sorry for your loss. Our prayers and thoughts are with you. Hugs and blessings to you and your family.
Cindy Beyer
April 16, 2014
Robbie & Emmy, So sorry for your loss! Your family is in my prayers.
Cindy Beyer
April 16, 2014
RIP our friend you leave behind many great memories and wonderful family and friends that will miss you dearly.
Till we meet again
Al & Julie Delikowski
Nora and Doug Kees
April 16, 2014
Such a sad time for family and friends. Rest in Peace, Denny...we'll miss The Silver Fox.
Corey Wasinger
April 15, 2014
So sorry to hear of Denny's passing. Keeping the whole family in prayer. May you rest in Peace Denny.
Ginger
April 15, 2014
Denny. I feel truly blessed to have met you and enjoyed seeing your bright smile sitting next to Sue. Always good Thoughts and prayers with you. RIP
April 15, 2014
Thank you very much Dennis for your brave service 2 times in Vietnam ,You are a true American Hero
R I P
Tim H
Vietnam vet
Robert Zimmerman
April 14, 2014
Thank you, Denny, for your service to our country in Vietnam!! You were a cool neighbor growing up in Menasha and a person I admired, and thanks for letting us kids play your dad's slot machine and watch his WW-II videos in the basement, stuff I'll always remember!!
Clayton and Jerri Zilisch
April 14, 2014
So sorry for your loss Sue Parks and the rest of the Buksyk. Prayers are with all of you. RIP Denny.
Angie Barbiere
April 14, 2014
Rob and Emily & family....so sorry for your loss. My heart goes out to you! Much love.
Joanne Graverson Meyer
April 14, 2014
Joy, I was so sorry to learn of the passing of Denny. I remember him well; he was so much fun! I also hope you remember me from our Electronic Assembly days.
April 14, 2014
Joy, I am so sorry that Denny has passed. I remember him well and he was always so much fun to be with. I also hope you remember me from our Electronic Assembly days. Love, Joanne (Graverson)) Meyer
stan schultz
April 14, 2014
Semper Fi buddy
Bob & Teri Tonn
April 14, 2014
RIP Denny, we will miss you
April 14, 2014
May u now be at piece & be a rest. You will be missed but always remembered. Good buy my brother. Russ & Bridget Hinz
April 14, 2014
To Davy, Connie, Joy, Sue Parks and the whole Buksyk/Parks family, Very sorry for your loss. Tomahawk weekend will never be the same. May you rest in peace my friend.
Gerry Brown
April 14, 2014
Denny will be missed by us Hodaggers. He will always be remembered for his crazy attire and his very, very beautiful Teepee. From Weeders, Davy, Mandy, Robin and Susie.
Everette Nation
April 13, 2014
RIP Denny. You will be mised.
Nicole Wendler
April 13, 2014
I am so sorry for your loss Rob, Cassandra and kiddos, Emily, Jamie and Lily. Memories of the Silver Fox and his golden Harley make me smile. Much love.
Tina Guyant
April 13, 2014
Rob. I'm so sorry to hear you lost your dad. sending love and prayers
April 13, 2014
RIP Denny, The mill, bikes, parties, you always had that special smile. You rode hard in life, time to enjoy. Prayers and thoughts TT
Doug Selbach
April 13, 2014
Sorry for you loss Rob.
Chuck Pingel
April 13, 2014
RIP Denny, We had Miles of Smiles out Rid'in. See You On The Other Side Brother.
Sassy M
April 13, 2014
I am so sorry for the loss of Denny. He was a great guy. Thoughts and prayers are with all of you
Doc
April 13, 2014
We had a lot of good times over the years. RIP, Your Brother Doc
Pam Tonagel Hendriks
April 13, 2014
Robbie - I am so very sorry for the loss of your dad. My thoughts and prayers with you and your family.
Robin and Iggy
April 13, 2014
Very honored to have known you Denny, you will be missed but always remembered. Our deepest sympathies to Sue and all his family and friends.
Gina Guyette
April 13, 2014
Very good man, will be missed much, R.I.P.
Debbie Leverance
April 13, 2014
I am sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Sandy Thurber
April 13, 2014
My deepest condolences to all the Buksyk family. I did not know Dennis well but I do know Dave and Connie. I am very sorry to hear of your lose.
Chuck Babbitts
April 13, 2014
R.I.P. My friend . I will always remember the deer hunting trips so much fun.
tammy mcauley (darling)
April 13, 2014
my sympathies to rob and your entire family. its not easy saying goodbye to a parent. he sounds like he was a great guy
mike westenberger
April 13, 2014
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Bob Lace
April 13, 2014
Semper Fi Marine
April 12, 2014
Kind Generous and a whole lotta Fun!! Truly will be missed.
Stacey Smith Krieck and Moxy Krieck
Stonewall Colorado
Angela Buksyk
April 12, 2014
We will never forget the campfires and the jokes. You always made us laugh and have a good time. You will always be in our hearts. Until we meet again. .. Ride hard and true!
Jim Rogers
April 12, 2014
RIP Dennis the fun times we had
Brian Finch
April 12, 2014
Denny, I learned many things from you and your friends at your cabin in Tomahawk. I like to think of it as a dose of reality. Thank you for welcoming me and thank you for your service. Rest in peace.
Bill & Peg Hayes
April 12, 2014
RIP our friend. You will be greatly missed. To your family and extended family we are sorry for your loss.
nanci skinner
April 12, 2014
i remember the first time i met you at your home in tomahawk i will miss you and your smile.
Don & Della Tipler
April 12, 2014
RIP - we'll miss you brother
Janelle (Cookie) Kellett (Parks)
April 12, 2014
It's so sad to hear of Denny's passing. I have many memories thru the years. You have been thru a lot but can now rest in peace...
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