Dennis Eugene

Wieczorek, Dennis E. BROOKLYN- Dennis E. Wieczorek, age 72, of Brooklyn, passed away unexpectedly on Monday, May 4, 2015, at his home. He was born on Sept. 17, 1942, in Rockford, Ill., the son of Joseph and Mary (Yaklich) Wieczorek. He grew up in Rockford, Ill. He later enlisted in the U.S. Air Force being stationed for the majority of time at Truax Field in Madison. At that time he met his future wife, Patricia Katze. They were married on June 20, 1970, in Madison. Dennis was a master electrician employed for over 20 years with the University of Wisconsin. Besides being a master electrician, he was a master "tinkerer". He loved taking things apart that weren't working and putting them back together in working order. Dennis was always helping others with projects and took great pride in that. He enjoyed nature, animals, fishing, camping, golf, the Packers and the Badgers. He was also a bee keeper. Dennis is survived by his wife, Patricia; sisters, Lorraine Wieczorek, Carol Benney and Marian Rogers; and numerous nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Saturday, May 9, 2015, at 11 a.m., at HOLY MOTHER OF CONSOLATION CHURCH, 651 N. Main St., Oregon, with Father Gary Wankerl presiding. A visitation will be held at the church from 9 a.m. until the time of mass on Saturday. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Holy Mother of Consolation Catholic Church or to the Dane County Humane Society, 5132 Voges Road, Madison, would be appreciated. Online condolences may be made at www.gundersonfh.com. Gunderson Oregon Funeral & Cremation Care 1150 Park Street (608)835-3515