Denise McKenzie

Denise McKenzie

October 05, 1955 - December 30, 2022

Obituary

Denise A. (Kieler) McKenzie, 67, of Potosi, Wisconsin, died on December 30, 2022 at Finley Unity Point Health. According to her wishes, there will be no public visitation or service. The Melby Funeral Home & Crematory, Platteville, is serving the family. Online condolences can be made at www.melbyfh.com

Denise is survived by her husband, Ed McKenzie; four siblings, Diane (Dave) Konshak of Cuba City, WI, Donna (Tom) Digman of Hazel Green, WI, Dena (Jay) Udelhofen of Potosi, WI, Rod (Sheila) Kieler of Dubuque, IA; godson and nephew, Christopher; nieces, Kelly and Katelyn; and nephews Jerod, Scott, Matt and Colin. She was preceded in death by her parents, Floyd and Ellen (Kohn) Kieler, and three brothers, Richard (Dana), Roger and Roy Kieler.

Denise was united in marriage to Ed on December 5, 2014. She attended Potosi High School and loved softball, which continued to a number of years. She retired from Mercy Medical Center, Dubuque, after 36 years. Denise loved the outdoors especial if she had a fishing pole in her hand and often went north for her favorite spots. She loved her trip to Alaska to experience a whole different type of nature. She served as chairman for the Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation, Dubuque chapter. She enjoyed needlework and was always up for a game of cards or bingo. Her family and friends were the most important things in her life. She was described as a very generous person, always willing to lend a hand, planning get togethers, and having a good laugh. She was a special lady who touched many lives and will be immensely missed.

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Molly McKenzie
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Sending all of my love and hugs to the family. Dad, I’m always here for you if you need ANYTHING. I hope she is free of pain and is fishing her heart out.
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Deb & Gary Droessler
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Please accept our deepest sympathy and prayers. We are thinking of Denise's entire family. Gary was Diane's classmate and we are sorry her family has suffered so many losses. We are thinking of Denise's entire family. Deepest condolences, Deb & Gary
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Ron & Audrey Wiegman
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Ed, sorry to see the passing of your wife. Our sincere condolences to you and family.
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Dixie Lee Avenarius
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Ed, I'm so sorry for your loss. I knew Denise (from working at Mercy) for over 45 years and considered her a good friend. She was one of a kind and you always knew where she stood on things and that's what I loved about her. From my perspective you made her so happy and she loved being your partner in crime....fishing, hunting, cutting grass and just being outdoors. I was so sad to hear of her passing, I'm sorry I didn't have a lot of contact after we both retired. May the many happy memories help you along the long journey of healing. Dixie Avenarius

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