Dennis Eugene Faber, age 68, of Baraboo, passed away on Saturday May 9, 2020 at Wisconsin Dells Health Services after fighting cancer. He was born in Reedsburg on October 11, 1951 to parents Vernon and Margaret (OMalley) Faber.
Dennis graduated from Baraboo High School and went on to graduate from Milwaukee Tech. He served in the Army National Guard for six years.
Dennis was an artist, with a strong focus on watercolor painting. He enjoyed photography as well as sports. He played football and was on the track team in high school, and was a big fan of the Badgers, Packers, Brewers and Bucks.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Vernon and Margaret; siblings, Pat Lankford, Charles Mike Faber, Tim Faber, Tom Faber, and John Faber; niece, Theresa Beckwith; and nephew, Gary Faber.
Dennis is survived by siblings, Kathy Beckwith and Dan Faber; sister-in-law, Jenny Faber; niece, Peggy Joslin; nephews, Mike Faber and Jesse Beckwith; great-nieces, Hannah Beckwith and Haley Joslin; great-nephews, Jake Beckwith, Jacob Faber, Emmitt Joslin, and Wyatt Joslin; and best friends, Jim Burger and Bob Steffes, as well as many other friends.
A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date.
Gene Hackbarth May 11, 2020
Reedsburg, wi.
So sorry for your loss. Blessings.
Penny White Snyder May 12, 2020
Classmate of Dennis Baraboo , Wisconsin
I remember Dennis was very talented in art class with Ted Hegley as our great teacher in Baraboo High School. Deepest Sympathy to the Family. Penny White Snyder
Pete Bildsten May 13, 2020
Friend Baraboo , Wisconsin
Dennis was one of a kind. Always fun, always honest, and a friend I’ll always remember. Rest In Peace, Fabes.
Annie Geoghegan May 15, 2020
Friend Milwaukee , Wisconsin
My deep sympathy to the family. Dennis was a wonderful soul. His art and sweetness were so enchanting.
Jean Bonham May 15, 2020
Friend of nephew Baraboo , Wisconsin
So sorry for your loss
Tom Belter May 16, 2020
classmate OSHKOSH , Wisconsin
So sad to hear of Dennis's passing. 'Fabes' was the original cool guy, a lovable smart aleck who always entertained the room. Still remember a ninth grade 'cough talk' episode with Dennis leading and the teacher wondering what was going on. Rest in peace my friend.
RITA ZIMMERMAN May 19, 2020
Classmate of Dennis Baraboo , Wisconsin
So sorry for the loss of Dennis. Your in my thoughts and prayers. God Bless.