Dennis Rodney Krick, age 72 of Westbrook, passed away Saturday, February 9, 2019 at Sanford USD Medical Center in Sioux Falls, South Dakota. Memorial Services will be held at 7:00 p.m. Friday, February 15, 2019 at the Westbrook Funeral Home. Visitation will be 4:00 – 7:00 p.m. Friday at the funeral home. Stephens Funeral Service – Westbrook Funeral Home is assisting the family with arrangements.
Dennis Rodney Krick was born June 18, 1946 in Slayton, Minnesota to Roy and Elsie (Heeren) Krick. He was baptized and confirmed at St. Anthony’s Catholic Church in Westbrook. He attended country school through the 8th grade and then went on to graduate from Westbrook High School in 1964. After graduation, he worked on a ranch in South Dakota for a year, and then returned home to start farming south of Westbrook; a career that he loved doing the remainder of his life. Denny loved the outdoors and nature. In his younger days, he raised horses and enjoyed riding them in local parades with his kids, and going on trail rides with the Storden Saddle Tramps. Elk hunting was another sport he enjoyed, making many trips to Montana with his friends and son. He also loved going fishing with his grandsons who were by far the greatest joy in his life. Denny was most proud of raising his children to be hard working, responsible adults. He will always be remembered for his kind heartedness, ready to help anyone in need. His friends were very important to him. Denny loved to have fun, joke, and tease with a twinkle in his eye.
Dennis is survived by the love of his life, LuAnn Jackels; 4 children: Clarinda (Mike) Nelson of Albertville, Adam (Melanie) Krick of Westbrook, Katie (Shaun) Fitzgerald of Minnetonka, and Guy (Jessica) Krick of Westbrook; 6 grandsons: Gabe, Tucker, Reese, Landon, Owen, and Hudson; siblings: Connie (Gary) Messer of Minneapolis, Carolyn Krick of Minneapolis, Nancy (Rodney) Boeck of Westbrook, Janell (Jerry) Hospital of Fairfax, VA, Marcia (Steve) Reed of Lino Lakes, and Karen Krick of Mankato; and last but not least, his 4 legged best friend, Buster. He is preceded in death by his parents, and brother Roger.
Rest in peace..my name sake..
My heartfelt sympathy Luann and all the family in the loss of your beloved Dennis..
Rest in peace dear classmate. Forever remember. Forever missed.
Bette (Roby) Toso
My husband, Ronnie, LOVED Dennis, and thought of him as one of his best lifelong neighbors. It meant a lot to both of us to know we could call on Dennis if we needed help. Love and prayers to all of his loved ones.
Our deepest sympathy in the loss of Denny. May your wonderful memories, the Love of God, family and friends bring you peace and comfort st this difficult time. Digger and Dolly
He raised great kids and wonderful grandchildren. Honored to be a part of knowing the family.
Sorry for your loss! Eternal rest granted onto Dennis!
We grew up with the Knick family.
Rest in peace. My heart goes out to everyone.
Dennis’s family:
Sorry for your loss.
We love all you kids and grandkids.
We want to express to you our most heartfelt sympathy. We just got home from Arkansas so were unable to attend the funeral. Would have been nice to have been able to see the family and extend our condolences personally.
To the family of Dennis, and LuAnn, my classmate, his sister Nancy and all. Dennis was older than me by a few years, but I remember him as a fun and nice man. I offer my heartfelt sympathies, and love to all.
Pam Schmitt Bastien, formerly of Dovray
My deepest condolences to Denny’s family and friends. He will be missed by many. Prayers for strength to guide you through this difficult time.