Dennis Overacker Obituary

Overacker, Dennis

Dennis Overacker, age 75, of Stevens Point, Wisconsin, passed away on Friday, January 15, 2016 in the comfort of his home.

He was born on June 16, 1940, to Norma and Kenneth Overacker in Minneapolis, Minnesota, and they moved to Stevens Point in 1942. Dennis married his high school sweetheart, Judith (Judy) Feltz, on May 6, 1961. After working 27 years for Sentry Insurance, Dennis opened The Overlook in downtown Stevens Point with his wife, Judy, and son, Dean; the family business specialized in sports collectibles, comics, and jewelry. Retail was a line of work that Dennis enjoyed immensely; it put his million-dollar smile to use in an environment where he could talk shop (especially Packers) all day long.

Dennis was a man who appreciated the simple pleasures in life. Long country drives and gardening were two of his favorite pastimes. Gardening became such a passion for Dennis and Judy that they expanded their garden from the backyard into the adjacent empty lot on their property, where it still piques the interest of passersby.

Dennis is survived by his wife of 55 years, Judy, and sons Dean (Tena, grandson Rollie) and Brad (Kelly) Overacker.

There will be a celebration of life held for Dennis this spring in the garden he loved so much. Family and friends are all welcome to attend. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations be made to the Portage County Humane Society or Operation Bootstrap.

Online condolences may be sent by visiting www.shudafuneral.com

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Published by Stevens Point Journal on Jan. 21, 2016.

Memories and Condolences
for Dennis Overacker

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Evan Schmit

January 31, 2016

Growing up in Stevens Point, there were very few things that I looked forward to as much as going to The Overlook. On weekends, my mother would give me and my two brothers our allowance and we would make the trip downtown to visit Dennis. He would greet us as we came in and made our way back to the comic book racks. Dennis made us feel welcome as we looked through the comics deciding which to spend our money on. If Dennis was busy, I would sometimes wait before checking out so as to avoid Dean. He seemed too scary. Afterwards, we would go home and read through our latest purchases. Each trading comics until they were all read. My mother would often say it was the quietest 3 hours she got all week and well-worth the $10 she gave each of us for an allowance. One time I was calling to check if the store was open (I had the number memorized), and just as I was calling out of the house, my step-father was calling in. I thought Dennis had answered but there was no hello. I asked "Dennis?" My step-father decided to have a little fun with it. He said "Hello, Overlook" and I asked how late the store would be open. He told me a time and I said good-bye. After we hung up, he called back and everyone had a good laugh, although I don't remember thinking it was particularly funny, especially since the store was closed that day. To this day, I still catch grief about calling "Dennis." After my wife and I bought our house, I went and got the boxes of comic books from my mother's home. All of them sealed shut. Now they are downstairs waiting for my two sons to enjoy. The Overlook was great and the memories priceless. Thank you, Dennis

Donna & Fred Wolden

January 22, 2016

We are going to miss Dennis so very much, but we have so many wonderful memories to comfort us. The beautiful garden Judy and Dennis created will be around for many years to enjoy.

Mark & Patti Falkowski

January 22, 2016

Mark and I are so very sorry for your loss. Dennis was a great man and we miss seeing him ride by our house on his bike.

January 21, 2016

Our thoughts and prayers to your family. Dennis will be remembered for a long time by his family and friends. He was a very special man, husband, father, and grand father. He will be joining his mother and father. God bless him
Millie & Jack ECKBERG

patti steward

January 21, 2016

The nicest man on the planet... you'll be missed friend.

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