Name: Visitation for Dennis Robert Herzog
Start: 2021-09-03T14:00:00.000Z
End: 2021-09-03T16:00:00.000Z
Location: Hope Community Church

Dennis Robert Herzog

Gillett - The world is a bit dimmer with the passing of Dennis Robert Herzog who left his earthly home on July 28, 2021.

Dennis was born in Pound, Wisconsin on December 10, 1940, the youngest of 9 children to Ewald and Jennie Herzog. A veteran of Vietnam, he returned to marry Durham Hernden on February 6th, 1966 and together they built a life and family on their farm in Gillett, Wisconsin.

Dennis believed in living a life of faith, humility, integrity, hard work, love and laughter. Even in retirement, he enjoyed helping on the farm, cheering his grandkids at sporting events, golfing in his "Old-Farts" league (where he learned and shared many of his hilarious jokes), taking on friends and family in a round of croquet, or traveling to gospel music conventions. He also played a lot of water volleyball in Puerto Vallarta, a place he and Durham considered a second home and wintered for the past few decades.

Dennis never met a stranger. People gravitated to his positive attitude, quick humor, words of wisdom and sometimes groanworthy jokes. Always ready with praise for your success or words of wisdom when needed, many often reached out to him for advice and perspective. Above all, Dennis was a man of strong Christian faith and attributed all of his accomplishments to the grace of God, many times being heard to say, "I am glad God didn't give me what I deserved because I've been blessed so much more than anyone deserves."

Dennis is lovingly remembered by his wife of 55 years, Durham Herzog, and their children: Julie Montieth (Rick), Jon Herzog (Mary), Kristin Pettit (Dave), and David Herzog (Deb). He will also be fondly remembered by his 14 grandchildren, Stephen, Taylor (Marina), Mark (Lexi), Jenna (Nick), Amelia (Brad), Noah, Sam, Lauren, Bryce, Isaac, Aidan, Alaina, Cale and Keegan, and 1 great-grandchild, Beckham. He also leaves behind 2 sisters, Lorraine Yerxa and Adelin Deering.

Dennis believed that funerals are for the living and preferred to celebrate a wonderful life in memory of those he loved. In keeping with that philosophy, a celebration of his life will be held at Hope Community Church in Shawano on September, 3, 2021 at 11 am. Receiving will begin at 9 am and lunch will be served afterward at noon.

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Published by Green Bay Press-Gazette from Jul. 30 to Aug. 1, 2021.

Memories and Condolences
for Dennis Herzog

Sponsored by Jones Funeral Service.

9 Entries

Glenn Grieshaber

July 30, 2024

Sure miss you. What a great example you were to all of us. God Bless.

Nadine Herzog-Hogan

August 26, 2021

Myself Nadine AND all of my siblings and their families Karen Donald David Dennis Gerald Jeff Herzog send our sympathy with sadden HEARTS May GOD Grant you all (our cousins ) his blessings of peace in honoring his memory To`S

Dale & Helen De Villers

August 6, 2021

So sorry to hear of your father and father-in-law´s passing. May you retain all the happy memories through the years close to your hearts. The death of family members and friends are hard to take, no matter the age. Prayers for healing over time. God bless.

Glenn Grieshaber

August 5, 2021

Dennis was the friend you wish you could be, an easy manner with everyone yet firm in his beliefs. He was smart and could laugh at both sides of every issue while being well informed. Always fun to talk to and a natural teacher who would make you think. His story about Mike Tyson is a classic. You left us with a smile. God bless.

George & Val Willis

August 2, 2021

We are Soooooo Very Sad/Sorry to hear the news of Dennis´s passing...A true Gentleman with a kind Heart & an Exceptional pool volleyball player...We send our Deepest Condolences to you Durham, along with your entire Family...
"You can always tell where a Beautiful Soul has been - By the tears and smiles left behind." - Please know you´re in our Thoughts, Prayers & send the Biggest "Canadian" HUGS to ALL...
George & Val Willis (Amigo Farmers, for Manitoba)

Bill and Anne Duncan

July 31, 2021

Anne and I were so sorry to hear of Dennis' passing. We knew Dennis from Puerto Vallarta and often played pool volleyball together. We were also privileged to attend he and Durham's 50th anniversary celebration at El Rio in PV. Dennis was a true gentleman who had a positive outlook on life and always took the time to stop and chat or tell a joke. Dennis will most definitely be missed , and when we visit Puerto Vallarta next, he will be in our thoughts. Our condolences to the entire family.
Bill and Anne Duncan,
Nova Scotia, Canada.

David & Sylvia Patzlaff

July 31, 2021

Durham,
We are sorry to hear about Denny. We send love and prayers to you. Hugs!

Tim & Mary McKean (from Niagara Falls, Canada)

July 31, 2021

Dear Durham and Family - Mary and I were shocked and surprised to hear of the passing of Dennis. We offer our condolences and support during this trying time. Puerto Vallarta will never be the same without him. He was truly a friend and gentleman.

Janet Propheter

July 30, 2021

My deepest condolences to Durham family and all of his . May he rest in peace up in Heaven

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