On Thursday, April 30, 2020, Dennis G. Gadzinski, loving father, grandfather and great grandfather, passed away at age 67.

Dennis was born on January 8, 1953 in Manitowoc, WI, to the late Hilary and Beverly Gadzinski. He attended school in Zander, WI and Two Rivers, WI, and went on to serve in the U.S. Army from 1971 to 1973.  After his discharge, he was employed by Eggers Industries for 14 years, as well as working for EIS Structure Movers.

Dennis is survived by his daughter and son-in-law, Christina (William) Bruechert, of Two Rivers, WI, son and daughter-in-law, Chad (Elizabeth) Carrow, of Painesville, OH, and son, Philip Gadzinski, Mauston, WI; grandchildren, Hannah Brantley, Tryston Carrow, Ceyanna Leitermann, Paul Leitermann Jr. and Samantha Carrow; great grandchildren, Raelynn Wynne and Liam Leitermann; brothers, Glen Gadzinski and Alan (Tammi) Gadzinski; sisters, Kathy (Dave) Behring, Paula Tardiff, Jolynn (Lee) Pauze and Dawn Gadzinski; sister-in-law, Roseanne Gadzinski and numerous nieces, nephews and cousins. He was preceded in death by father, Hilary Gadzinski; mother, Beverly (Gadzinski) Ploeckelman; stepfather, LaVerne Ploeckelman; stepmother, Eunice Gadzinski; brother, Bruce Gadzinski; and brother-in-law, Larry Tardiff.

Dennis raised 3 children with Tarry (Loucks) Gadzinski. Many memories were made hunting and fishing with the kids.  He was a devoted NASCAR, Green Bay Packers and WWE Wresting fan, but there was never a chance to have a conversation with him if any of these were on the television.  Dennis also loved the peaceful hobby of gardening.  He was a man that would always lend a hand or help someone in need.  And if you asked him how he was, he would respond with, "finer than frog's hair".

Dennis had a strong bond and love for his grand daughter, Hannah Brantley. She was always his Best Bud through life.  He often would say, "she is my world, my pumpkin head".  The love he had for her is one that he cherished everyday of his life.  We want to extend our gratitude to you, Hannah Brantley, for showing him love and support no matter what .

A Life Celebration Social will be held from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday, June 20, 2020 at the Harrigan Parkside Gathering Center, 620 North Water Street, Manitowoc, located on the south property of the Harrigan Parkside Funeral Home.  Military rites will be accorded at the Harrigan Parkside Gathering Center by AMVETS Post 99 at 4 p.m. to conclude the Life Celebration Social.  Cremation has taken place at the Harrigan Parkside Crematory and Chapel.  Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.harriganparksidefuneralhome.com

The Harrigan Parkside Funeral Home and Crematory, 628 North Water Street, Manitowoc, WI 54220 is assisting the family with arrangements.