Dennis Claassen Obituary
Dennis Lee Claassen, age 79 of Appleton, passed away on Saturday, January 24, 2026 at Shiloh Assisted Living in Appleton. Dennis was born on March 2, 1946 in New London to the late Ernst and Olive (Wilcox) Claassen.
Dennis is survived by his children, Kory Claassen and Katrina Hacker and grandchildren, Zachariah Merten and Mason Hacker.
In addition to his parents, Dennis was preceded in death by his son, Kelly Claassen; brother, Donald and sisters, Dorothy and Bessie.
A Memorial Service for Dennis will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Tuesday, February 3, 2026 at Cline & Hanson Funeral Home in New London. The visitation will take place from 10:00 a.m. until the time of the service.
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