Service Information
Dennis L. Getz, age 67, of Hutchinson, Minnesota, passed away on Saturday, August 12, 2023, at his home.
Memorial Service will be held on Saturday, August 19, 2023, at 11:00 A.M. at Peace Lutheran Church in Hutchinson.
Gathering of Family and Friends will be on Friday, August 18, 2023, from 4:00 to 7:00 P.M. at Dobratz-Hantge Funeral Chapel in Hutchinson, and will continue one hour prior to the service at the Peace Lutheran Church.
Obituary
Dennis Lee Getz was born on April 9, 1956, in Hutchinson, Minnesota. He was the son of Harvey and Dorothy (Goede) Getz. Dennis was baptized as an infant and later confirmed in his faith as a youth at Faith Lutheran Church in Hutchinson. He received his education in Hutchinson.
Dennis entered active military service in the United States Navy on May 29, 1973, in Hutchinson. He received an Honorable Discharge on May 24, 1976, at TPU, NTC, Great Lakes, Illinois, and achieved the rate of Fireman.
Dennis and Holly shared 20 years together and on November 27, 2019, they were united in marriage at Peace Lutheran Church in Hutchinson. They resided in Hutchinson. Dennis and Holly shared 3 years of marriage.
Dennis was employed at New Dimensions Plating, Nordic Track, and ABC Millwork. He retired in 2018. After retirement, Dennis worked part-time at Quantum Graphics. Dennis was a member of Peace Lutheran Church in Hutchinson. He was also a member of ABATE of Minnesota (American Bikers for Awareness, Training, and Education).
Dennis enjoyed cooking, baking, gardening, fishing, and hunting. He especially enjoyed riding his Harley Davidson and attending the Sturgis Bike Rally. He cherished spending time with his family, grandchildren and friends.
Dennis passed away on Saturday, August 12, 2023 at his home in Hutchinson, at the age of 67 years.
Blessed be his memory.
Dennis is survived by his:
Wife, Holly Setter of Hutchinson, MN;
Children, Paul Getz and his wife, Ambree of Mankato, MN,
Casie Getz and her fiancé, John DeMeyer of Silver Lake, MN;
Step-son, Colton Setter and his wife, Ashley of Litchfield, MN;
Step-daughter, Courtney Setter of Hutchinson, MN;
Grandchildren, Carter, Mason, Haylee, Quintin, Hayden, Sophia, Adelynn, Holdyn, Franklin, Izzy, and Cooper;
Sisters, Deborah Kahle and her wife, Melissa Peterson of Hutchinson, MN,
Darla Harrier and her husband, Rick of Hutchinson, MN,
Deedra Vejrosta and her husband, Terry of Silver Lake, MN;
Brother, David Getz and his wife, Julie of Cokato, MN;
Many nephews, nieces, cousins, and other relatives and friends.
Dennis is preceded in death by his Parents, Harvey and Dorothy Getz; Step-son, Cody Setter, Father and Mother-in-law, Thomas and Alice Friauf.
Dave and Robin Klopp says
Holly and family,
We are so sorry to hear of Dennis’s passing. Sending prayers for comfort and peace!
Vickie Lueck says
I am so sorry to hear this. I remember Dennis so well but haven’t seen him lately. Sending my deepest sympathies and sending prayers to your family.
Brenda Sturges says
My sympathys to the whole family. We all go way back to working with Dorothy and the Getzes stood up for my aunt and uncle Ron and Shirley Klabunde . Dennis and I had lots of talks when he come to my workplace. So sorry for your loss and now he’s with mom and dad. RI P Dennis!
Karen Ruble says
Holly and families, sending deepest sympathies.
Leroy and Carol Dreier says
We are so sorry to hear of his passing. Keeping your family in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
John & Sheila Marvan says
The Marvan family sends our condolences to Dennis’s family. Our prayers are with your family at this time.
Paula Inselmann says
Getz Family,
You have my deepest Sympathy for the loss of your Husband, Father, Grandfather, Brother, Uncle, and Friend. I’m so very sorry, You all are in my prayers.