Dennis "Denny" Sly

1948 - 2013

Dennis "Denny" Sly obituary, 1948-2013, Sheboygan, WI

BORN

1948

DIED

2013

FUNERAL HOME

Ballhorn Chapels Funeral & Cremation Care Center

1201 N 8th Street

Sheboygan, Wisconsin

Dennis "Denny" Sly Obituary

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Dennis "Denny" Sly, 64, of Sheboygan, passed away on Friday, June 21, 2013 at Aurora Sheboygan Memorial Medical Center.
Denny was born November 10th, 1948 in Eau Claire, WI, the son of Lawrence "Toby" and Gladys (Keilholz) Sly. He was a graduate of Eau Claire North High School, Class of 1967.
Upon moving to Sheboygan in 1976, Dennis found work with the Armira Leather Company and a few years later joined the Kohler Company, where he worked in the Iron Foundry.
Denny was an avid hunter and fisherman and spent much of his time fishing the North Pier. He truly loved nature and wildlife. His love of nature was never more evident than in his many beautiful wildlife drawings. He had a true artistic talent and gifted eye for detail. He also loved sports. His love of sports started as a batboy for the semi-pro Eau Claire Braves baseball team. His dedication to the Packers and Brewers could be heard blocks away as he rooted them on. Denny was also a loving grandfather who enjoyed every second spent with his grandchildren, Mason and Maddi.
He is survived by his son, Justin Sly of Seattle, WA; his daughter, Amanda Sly (significant other, Josh Enneper) both of Sheboygan, WI; his grandson, Mason Sly-Nieuwenhuis of Sheboygan, WI; his granddaughter, Maddilynn Sly-Enneper of Sheboygan, WI; his former wife, Shelly (Jim) Sly-Gerk of Sheboygan, WI; his step-father, Darrel Newman of Eau Claire, WI; his two brothers, Gary Sly of Eau Claire, WI and David (Janet) Sly of Sheboygan, WI; and many other relatives and friends.
In addition to his parents, Dennis was preceded in death by his son, Joel Sly.
A celebration of Denny's life will take place on Saturday, June 29th at Sly's Midtown Saloon from 2:00pm-6:00pm.
A memorial fund has been established in his name.

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June 28, 2013

Connie Langer

We were very saddened to hear of Denny's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you during this difficult time.

June 28, 2013

Kathy Wittwer

David and family, I'm so sorry to hear about Denny. Kathy Thiel and I were always going to plan a road trip to visit both of you. We sure had some good times back in the day. I just looked up some pictures of you and Denny with my son, Michael, who is 43 yrs. old now, with 2 sons of his own. My deepest sympathies to you and yours.

June 27, 2013

Rachel Olig

May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.

June 27, 2013

debra joosse

justin and family im so sorry for your loss, justin i want you to know im thinking of you i no how hard it is to lose your dad.. peace to you and <3

June 26, 2013

Laurie Hoard

May God Bless you!

June 26, 2013

Mr.&Mrs.Randy Hoard

Celebrating a life well lived. We will cherish the memories forever.

June 26, 2013

marysimmons

"Real sorry to hear bout your passing of Dennis " You will miss him, God Bless him, He at peace now, Sending lots of hugs n thoughts n prayers to yu guys, Just real sorry! God Bless yu guys, Take care now! Mary Washburn (Simmons ) From Eau Claire Wisc.

June 26, 2013

Jim Enneper

Remembering the good times and laughs we had. We will have them again in my thoughts. Farewell my friend.

June 26, 2013

christine n

Nice to have somewhat known you, You are well liked. May you have a blessed afterlife.

June 26, 2013

maddilynn enneper

for my gampa(grandpa)

June 26, 2013

I drive the school bus past your old childhood home on Summit Street every day. So long ol' northsider.

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