Dennis E. Paidle

Dennis E. Paidle, 73, passed away peacefully on Thursday November 6, 2025 in his residence.
Dennis was born on July 24, 1952 to his parents Eugene and Betty (Rupright) Paidle in South Bend, IN. After Dennis graduated high school he joined the US Airforce, where he served for five years as an Airforce Reservist aviation mechanic before being honorably discharged on October 12, 1977. He then worked as a journeyman welder in his professional career.
Dennis married his wife Francine C. Lakcsik on July 27, 1972 in South Bend, IN. She preceded him in death along with his brother David Paidle.
Surviving are his daughter Renee (Jay) Rizzi, two grandchildren Paloma Rizzi and Donato Rizzi, two sisters Janice (Fred) Minnick and Pamela Nicholas, two brothers Geno (Tanya) Paidle and Ronald Paidle and brothers in arms Castrol, Crystal, and Nazarrio.
Dennis was a member of the American Legion #357 and he loved fishing and camping with his grandchildren. Dennis also enjoyed riding motorcycles especially with his brothers in arms.
Cremation has taken place. Graveside services will be held on Friday November 14, 2025 beginning at 2:00pm at Sacred Heart Cemetery on the corner of Western Avenue and Pine Road. Zahoran Funeral Home has been entrusted with arrangements. To leave an online condolence visit zahoran.com.
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