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Dennis Danen Obituary
Dennis N. Danen, 67, De Pere, passed away Monday, October 1, at his home. The son of Leo and Eileen (Nelson) Danen was born August 28, 1945 in De Pere. He served his country in the Army, having been stationed in Germany. He married Sharon Borneman on November 19, 1977 in Green Bay. Dennis was a member of the Corvette Club and made his life restoring cars for auction.
He is survived by his wife of 33 years, Sharon, mother, Eileen, step-children: Doreen and Diane (Craig), step-son in law: Mike Gutowski, grandchildren: Danielle Nelson, Missy Jensen and Bobby Stordeur, a brother, Steven (Susan) Danen, brother-in-law: Dale (Judy) Borneman, nieces, nephews, and many good friends.
Dennis was preceded in death by: his father, Leo, infant brother, Lee James and a step-daughter, Debbie Gutowski, one niece and nephew.
Family and friends may call at Cotter Funeral Home, 860 N Webster Ave, De Pere from 4-7pm on Friday, October 5. Visitation will continue at the funeral home on Saturday, from 9am until the time of service. Service will be held at 11am, at the funeral home, with the Rev. John H. Harper officiating. Entombment in Allouez Mausoleum. Online condolences may be expressed at www.cotterfuneralhome.com. In lieu of flowers, a memorial fund is being established.
The family would like to extend a warm thank you to the Brown County Sheriff's Department and the De Pere Fire and Rescue Squad for all their efforts bestowed on Dennis.
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Lucille Walker
October 8, 2012
Sending my Sympathy and Condolences to the family.
Bridget (Beining) D'Aguiar
October 6, 2012
Sending good thoughts to the Danen family. Thank you Denny Danen for being a kind and thoughtful friend to my brother Jeff Beining. Jeff enjoyed restoring cars with Denny and always talked very highly of Denny. Jeff was very proud to be associated with Denny and his work. He will truly be missed.
Lori Cuene
October 6, 2012
Sending prayers for the Danens, Steve, Buff and all. We are thinking of you as you say goodbye to your Beloved Denny. Warm wishes for Faith and healing, as Denny's gifts & legacy will always be very much alive in our hearts, and in this community. His Spirit lives on through the countless lives he's touched. Blessings always, Love Lori Cuene & family~
Gregg Grudem
October 5, 2012
With sympathy my thoughts and prayers are with your family. Denny helped my students and I many times at the Brillion auto shop. I talked to him sun when I was with Phil at Jefferson.
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Eddie Faust
October 5, 2012
Doreen, my heart goes out to you and Diane and your mom..Denny will be missed by all..my dad sends his sympathy from florida
Andy Lison
October 5, 2012
Denny was always looked up to in the "car community" as a very knowlegable,and friendly guy. It didn't matter if he knew you or not, if you had a question or auto related problem, he'd always take the time to help. We'll all miss him very much.Our thoughts and support are with your family.
Gail Deterville
October 5, 2012
Diane , may you cherish the many memories you have of Denny, I never met him, but I do remember some of the stories you shared with me about him and your mom.(back in the good old Shopko days). Hang in there, you and the entire family will be in my thoughts and prayers.
October 4, 2012
Every once in a chance during your life time you meet someone and his friends who you are lucky enough to be part of the circle that grows and grows. Denny is one of those guys who like a magnet attracts like fellows. I know I speak for all of us (car guys!) who had the opportunity to know and be with Denny---he's the BEST !! Sharon--unspeakable words but you know where our hearts are! Our thoughts will never quit.
Doug Cravillion and all Denny's pals!
Thanks again!
October 4, 2012
Dear Family of Dennis,
What a great man! He sold me a car, in 1999, that I still have today. I remember him very well.
Bob Bushmaker
October 4, 2012
My thoughts and prayers go out to the family and friends of this wonderful man. Us motor-heads will miss Denny.
Heather (Harper) Evraets
October 4, 2012
Just wanted to say how sorry I am for your loss. I haven't seen Denny in many years, but he was always very kind to me. My thoughts and prayers go out to his family and friends.
Margo & Eric Liebergen
October 3, 2012
Dear Sharon and the Danen family
It's been many years but, I still have many fond memories of Denny. I would occassionally run into Denny and he always had a smile and kind words to say. I am sure that he will be missed by your family and many others.
God bless your family in this difficult time and may your happy memories of Denny sustain you and help to releave the sadness and burden you feel at this time.
Debbie (Spratlin)Woosencraft
October 3, 2012
Sharon,
So sorry to hear about Dennis. My thoughts and prayer are with you through this most difficult time. Take and God Bless You and your familyl.
Jeffrey Frees
October 3, 2012
Denny old buddy I am gonna miss ya a bunch, at the auction in Depere and all the Mecum Sales. I have looked forward to seeing you at them all. Thank you for all the education and all the laugh's It was alot of fun!God bless to all the family . He was a great man.
October 3, 2012
Dear Doreen & family, I am so deeply sorry to hear. May time soften the pain of your loss and please cherish the beautiful memories you have of "Denny" FOREVER in your heart. I love you ~ Pam Carrivea Bunker
Kelly & Pam Kuffel
October 3, 2012
Sharon Deepest Sympathy. Thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family.
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