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Dennis A. Derra

1958 - 01/08/2026

BORN

1958

DIED

01/08/2026

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Hafemeister Funeral Home and Cremation Service

611 East Main Street

Watertown, Wisconsin

Dennis Derra Obituary

Derra, Dennis A.

August 10, 1958 - January 8, 2026

Dennis "Denny" A. Derra passed away on January 8, 2026. Per his wishes, no services will be held. Hafemeister Funeral Home and Cremation Service in Watertown is serving the family. Online condolences may be left at www.HafemeisterFH.com.
Published by Madison.com on Jan. 21, 2026.

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