Dennis Savage Obituary
Dennis Savage, 83,of Black River Falls, WI, passed away on October 16th, 2025 in Shabbona, IL
Dennis was born to Alonzo and Elreda Savage on June 3rd, 1942. He was married to Joan Savage (Richardson). He worked for numerous years at Turner Manufacturing and drove for theTeamsters Union at the end of his career. He loved to bowl and was a participant in karate for numerous years.
He is preceded in death by his parents, Alonzo and Elreda Savage; His brother, William and his spouse Joan Savage; As well as his grandson Corey Carter.
Dennis is survived by children, Kimberly Savage (Lancaste), Cliff Lancaste-Toni Savage and Randy Savage; Grandchildren, Bret Shawl, Andrew Shawl, Micheal Schorsch, Stacey Savage and Megan Savage; As well as Great Grandchildren, Laeyla Carter, Brock Carter, Savannah Goodrich, Sebastian Shawl and Carolina Schweizer.
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