Dennis J. Ellerbrock

Dennis J. Ellerbrock obituary

Dennis J. Ellerbrock

Dennis Ellerbrock Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Kurrus Funeral Home - Belleville on Nov. 24, 2025.

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Dennis J. Ellerbrock, 78, of Belleville, IL, born Thursday, April 10, 1947, in St Louis, MO, passed away Thursday, November 20, 2025 at his residence in Belleville.

Dennis dedicated much of his professional life to the telecommunications industry, working as an engineer for Ameritech. Outside of work, Dennis's passions painted a full and joyful picture of who he was. He was an active member of the Millstadt Anglers Club, where he enjoyed the camaraderie of fellow fishermen. A talented pool player, cue in hand, ready for a friendly competition. Dennis also had a deep love for singing and cooking-two gifts he shared generously with friends and family. Dennis took pride in building, fixing, and making things better, both in his workshop and in the lives of those around him. He proudly served 4 years in the Navy.

He was preceded in death by his:

Parents: Walter and Charlotte, nee Bells, Ellerbrock
Brother: David Ellerbrock

Surviving are his:

Wife: Cathy, nee Fellner, Ellerbrock of Belleville, IL
Children:

Leslie Ellerbrock of Belleville, IL, Charity Hendrick of Phoenix, AZ
Melanie Hendrick of O'Fallon, IL

Sister-in-law: Elena Ellerbrock of Corona, CA
Grandchildren:

Corbin Casteneda
Dominic Casteneda
Sophia Casteneda
Grayson Casteneda
Brittany Ellerbrock
Brenden Ellerbrock

Memorials: Memorials may be made to the Millstadt Anglers Club

Services: Private Family Internment at Jefferson Barracks National Cemetery, St. Louis, MO.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Kurrus Funeral Home - Belleville

1773 Frank Scott Parkway West, Belleville, IL 62223

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