"Tim @ Tom Gates"
In loving memory of
Dennis Ysker
September 5, 1928 - October 30, 2010
Dennis Lee Ysker was born on September 5, 1928, in Springfield Township, Cottonwood County, Minnesota to the late George and Pauline (Schminoske) Ysker. He was baptized on December 1, 1939, and later confirmed on May 3, 1942 at Our Saviors Lutheran Church in Windom. Dennis received his education in country school 67.
Dennis was united in marriage to Joyce Williamson on August 9, 1969, at the First Lutheran Church in St. James. For many years, Dennis and Joyce farmed outside of Windom until moving into Windom eleven years ago. Even after retiring, Dennis spent countless hours on the farm. He also helped Robert and Richard Olsem with their milking and Clark Lingbeek at Jack Slades Steakhouse on Friday and Saturday nights in the kitchen.
On Wednesday, October 27, 2010, Dennis became suddenly ill and was airlifted to the Sanford Hospital in Sioux Falls, South Dakota where he passed away on Saturday, October 30, 2010, at the age of 82.
Dennis was a longtime member of the American Lutheran Church in Windom.
He is survived by his wife of forty-one years, Joyce Ysker of Windom; two sons, Kirk Ysker (Beth) of Windom; Jason (Natalie) Ysker of Apple Valley; four grandchildren, Wade Ysker of Bingham Lake; Megan Ysker of Mankato; Courtney Ysker of Windom; Brady Ysker Geifer of Windom; four siblings, Dorothy Hochstein of Jeffers; Robert (Evelyn) Ysker of Windom; Joyce (Bob) Carmichael of Anoka; Marlyn Haak of Garfield; brother-in-law, Lester Lindstrom of Cambridge; and many nieces and nephews.
Dennis is preceded in death by his parents; one son, Bryan Ysker; one sister, Vera Ysker Lindstrom; two brother-in-laws, D.J. Haak and Raymond Hochstien; and two nephews, Gary and John Ysker.
Tributes
"He was my sweet smiling brother that would do anything for you. We will miss him dearly. It was hard to guess his age. I marvel at him washing dishes and milking cows at his age. We love him. "
"Bob & Joyce Carmichael"
"Bob & Joyce carmichael"
"HI, Seems like I have know Joyce and Dennis forever. I will miss his easy smile and eager helping hands. I would have never guessed his age, he was always busy doing something. Happy memories are the best medicine. Yo"
"it was a true honor getting to know dennis in mexico.he left a lasting impression on me and my heartfelt condolensces go out to his familY."
"See above..."
"Joyce, Kirk, Beth, Jason and all...I'm so sorry to hear about your loss. He was always a nice man. I am out of town, but when I get back, which probably will fairly soon, we will have to get in touch. You all are in my prayers. See you all soon. "
"Joyce & family, So sorry about your loss. Sounds like Denny was a special person to many. You are in my thoughts, and i will send up some prayers for strength at this hard time. Take care."
"I am so sorry about Denny. I worked with him at Jack Slade's. What a super guy!! I will miss his smiling face every Friday night at work. Your family is in my thoughts and prayers."
"Joyce, Kirk and family, You are in our thoughts and in our prayers."
"Joyce and family. So sorry to hear of your sudden lose . Some things we aren't prepared for but they occur. I'm sure your strength and courage will slowly comfort you."
"Joyce, Kirk and families. Thinking of you these past days on the sudden loss of your husband, father, and grandfather. I remember him at Jack Slades on a weekend, peeking out of the kitchen and I thought..."now there's a hard working man!" Take care and know that Heaven is a wonderful new home now for Dennis."
"Kirk, Beth and the Ysker family, I am so sorry for you loss. Hold onto you memories and lean on family friends to get you through this difficult time. You are in my thoughts and prayers, God bless."
"Joyce my sympathy to you at the passing of your husband. May God's love give you and family strength at this difficult time. Dorothy Raverty"
"Joyce and Family: Sorry to hear of Dennis's passing. A very nice and respected man. My parents always told me that the reason my first name is Dennis was because they always thought a lot of Dennis and named me after him. "
"The short time we got to know Dennis we were blessed."
"Joyce and family. So sorry to hear of Dennis's passing. May the Lord comfort you in these sad times. You all are in our prayers. Stan and Clara Johnson"
"The Ysker family I am so sorry to hear that Dennis had passed he was very kind and had the little smile that made me smile. I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers. "
"Jason, Wade and rest of the family: Even though no words can really help to ease the loss you bear, just know that you are in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. Although it?s hard to see beyond the sorrow, may looking back in memory help comfort you. God bless you! "
"Joyce and the Ysker family. You are in my thoughts and prayers. Dennis was a very kind gentleman. May you find peace in your hearts with the memories you have of him."
"We are so very sorry for your loss. Dennis was a very sweet and kind man. He will be greatly missed. You are all in our thoughts and prayers."
"God Bless the memories of Dennis"
"Dennis Ysker's family, We are very sorry to hear of the death of Dennis. Please accept our sympathy for your family. We have been away from home for more than 3 weeks and cannot return for another week so we will be unable to attend the funeral. We always enjoyed visiting with Dennis. "
"God bless uncle Dennis"
"We had a barefoot walk to the beach in Mexico in May. Dennis had the gift of quietness and peacefulness. May we all live in harmony to honor his life."
"Joyce and Family, We were so sorry to hear of Dennis's passing. God is our source of strength and we pray for His abundant strength and peace upon each of you in this very difficult time. Our thoughts and prayers are with you."
"All I can say about Dennnis is, "What a nice man." Many visits so many years ago led me to have the greatest respect for this man. You have my sincere sympathy on your loss. "
"God Bless the memories of Dennis Ysker."
"Joyce and family, Our hearts go out to you all at this time of loss. We will keep you in our prayers for comfort. Time and talking about Dennis is a great healer. Hugs 4 U Karen J Kremmin"
"Here is a lit candle for you and your family."
"Joyce and Family, I am so sorry for your loss. It is hard losing a loved one, I know. Time will help heal. "
"Dennis was always the same with a smile."
"Joyce & Family, So sorry to hear of Dennis passing. Slim and Dennis are having a good talk up there.Will be gone for the funeral, but will get together soon. Love & Peace to all. Betty Kipfer"
"This candle is being lit in memory of Dennis"
"Kirk,Beth,Megan,Wade,Courtney, Jason,Joyce: So sorry to hear about the passing of your husband,father,grandfather. He is at peace. Keep your friends and family close, they will help you heal. If you need anything, please let me know. Thinking of you all at this difficult time."