Dean W. Benter, of Rolling Stone Lake, died Wednesday, August 15, 2018, at Rennes Rehabilitation Center under the care of his family and Ascension Home Care Hospice. He was 68 years old. He was born on April 20, 1950, in West Allis, a son of Gertrude (Reinke) Benter of Mayville and the late William Benter.
He was a graduate of Mayville High School. He married Donna Young on August 14, 1971, in Horicon.
Dean was employed at John Deere in Horicon for over 30 years. In 2005 he moved to Rolling Stone Lake to enjoy his retirement.
He enjoyed visiting his hangouts and having a Miller Lite with friends. He enjoyed playing cards, fishing and watching sports.
Dean is survived by his wife of 47 years, Donna; a daughter, Lori (Todd) Henschel of Green Bay; two sons, Jamie (Anne) Benter of Mayville and Brian (Sandra) Benter of Mackenbach, Germany; three grandchildren, Jack Henschel, Samuel and Lucas Benter; his mother, Gertrude; two sisters, Eileen Mueller of West Bend and Lynne (Andy) Klemme of Mayville; three brothers, Edwin (Lou Ellen) Benter of Fox Lake, David (Lois) Benter of Mayville and Terry (Candy) Benter of Milwaukee. He is also survived by many nieces, nephews, other relatives, and friends.
He was preceded in death by his father and a brother-in-law, Robert Mueller.
A memorial service will be held on Tuesday, August 28, 2018, at 2 p.m. at the Bradley Funeral Home in Antigo with Rev. Wes Jedras officiating. Burial will take place in Pearson Cemetery. Visitation will be Tuesday from 11 a.m. until the time of service at the funeral home.
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Hi Donna, do not know if you remember us. Sick and Sandy Sternat? Just want to send you our sincere sympathy. We are hoping GOD will wrap his arms around you and comfort you in this time of your sorrow.
I am sorry to hear about Dean's passing, way too young to leave us. Dean taught me a lot while we worked together in design at Deere, he was always great support; his smile and dry sense of humor kept life interesting. My prayers are with you.
Donna and family, My deepest sympathy to you during this time. I still remember when you said you were moving up north and leaving Van Brunt to enjoy retirement. Keep those memories in your hearts during this time. You are all in my thoughts and prayers. Monica Bohn - Horicon
Deepest condolences to Donna and the rest of Dean's family, especially for losing Dean at such a relatively young age. Seeing Dean's picture reminded me of the days we worked on mower deck projects at John Deere, and mowing test trips taken long ago. Although Dean's retirement was short, I hope there were many good memories made to comfort the family.
Prayers to all of you. I have so many great memories growing up, and all the things he instilled in me without even trying to. I look forward to teaching my kids many of the same things when they get older.
Josh Maas
You have my deepest sympathies and condolences for your loss of Dean. Death is truly our enemy. Our loving Heavenly Father Jehovah knows the pain that you are in and that is why he has promised us a beautiful Resurrection soon to come you can find these verses in your Bible in the Book of Revelation chapter 21 verses 3 and 4. These versus may bring you some comfort.
So sorry to hear about Dean. Donna and family, you're in our thoughts and prayers.
Our thoughts and prayers are with the entire Benter family at this sad time. Dean was one of the ‘good’ guys. I have fond memories of our friendship. Mike (and Judy) Halfman
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