Dennis L. Halverson, 71, of Kenosha, passed away on Tuesday, June 15, 2021, at his residence. Born in LaCrosse, on July 16, 1949, he was the son of Lyman and Grace (McCabe) Halverson. He attended the University of Whitewater and studied history. Dennis worked at American Motors/Chrysler for over 30 years and retired in 2000. He enjoyed golfing – especially earning two holes-in-one, fishing, watching sports, listening to and attending multiple concerts of the Rolling Stones, and was an avid reader about the Civil War. Surviving Dennis is his mother, Grace; two brothers, Richard (Pat), and Mark (Kathie) Halverson; two sisters, Karen (Bill) Vincent, and Mary (Don) Birkholz; a brother-in-law, Brian Portilia; 10 nieces and nephews, Kellee, Tim (Gina), Lisa (Chris), Rianna (Josh), Brian (Jen), Brock (Nadia), Billy (Kate), Brett, Jeremy, and Jillian; and is further survived by many great nieces and nephews, other relatives, and friends. He was preceded in death by his father, Lyman; a sister, Nancy Portilia; and a nephew, Erik. Visitation will take place on Monday, June 21st, at Proko Funeral Home from 1:00 p.m. until the time of service at 3:00 p.m. Entombment will take place privately at All Saints Mausoleum. In lieu of flowers, memorials made to the Kenosha Civil War Museum, 5400 1st Ave, Kenosha, WI 53140, in Dennis’ honor would be appreciated by the family.Proko Funeral Home & Crematory5111-60th Street Kenosha, WI 53144Phone: (262) 654-3533Visit and Sign Dennis’ Online Memorial Book at:www.prokofuneralhome.com
Condolences
Dick & Jane Schnuck
June 20, 2021
To Grace & Family,We will miss running into Dennis downtown by the harbor or at the Coffee Pot as we always had good conversation and a few laughs, Dennis was a great man and will be missed by many. We have you in our prayers and thoughts and pray that all your happy memories with Dennis and faith in God will give you peaceEven tho we can’t be with you at the funeral we will have you in our prayers.Dick & Jane Schnuck
James Kuntzelman
June 20, 2021
Dennis was a never-ending source of inspiration; his zest for life came through clearly in his jovial greeting whenever we met here in Harbor Park. He will be missed.
Mike Serpe
June 18, 2021
Brick, Hit-’em straight and catch lots of fish. My sincere condolences to your family and friends..Mike
Dennis Crimmins
June 18, 2021
Dennis will be missed by all those who knew him in the past and in the present. He was a good and special friend throughout High school at St Joes. Even though we didn't see each other recently, I will miss another friendship. My condolences to his family.Dennis Crimmins