Dennis Arthur Engel, 81, of Rochester, passed away on Saturday, January 24, 2026, at his home surrounded by family. He was born August 12, 1944, in Merrill, Wisconsin, the son of Arthur and Leona (Krause) Engel. Dennis graduated from Stevens Point High School in 1962 and attended UW – Stevens Point where he majored in biology and chemistry, taking pre-med courses. On June 6, 1964, Dennis was united in marriage to Patricia Steele in La Crosse, Wisconsin.
Dennis is survived by his wife of 61 years, Patricia of Rochester; daughter, Sherry (George) Rysavy of Owatonna; son, Brett (Suzanne) Engel of Palestine, TX; his grandchildren: Zachary, Alexander, Madelyn, Kristen, Elijah, Megan, Hayden, and Zane; four great-grandchildren and one on the way; and many nieces, nephews, and cousins.
He was preceded in death by his parents; his daughter, Linda Engel; and his sister, Bonnie Stratton.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the family so they can give to the many causes that Dennis supported.
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