Dr. Dennis Baus, 75, of Plymouth passed away at home on Feb. 20, 2023.
He was born in Sheboygan on March 5, 1947, a son of the late Valentine and Alvera (Abler) Baus. Dennis attended grade school in Kiel and graduated from Kiel High School in 1965. Following high school, he attended Marquette University and graduated from their School of Dentistry in 1972.
On July 29, 1972 he married Rhonda Westphal in Appleton. They soon after settled in Plymouth where he started his dental practice in 1972 and worked until his retirement in 2013.
Dennis was a member of St. John Lutheran Church in Plymouth. He also served as a member of the Plymouth Lions Club, Plymouth Area Ducks Unlimited and was a Cub Scout leader for many years.
He was a loving husband, father and grandfather. He loved spending time with his family, especially his grandchildren and their activities.
In addition to his family, Dennis enjoyed reading, golfing, travelling, trips to the casino, swimming, walking his best buddy Hailey, watching the Packers, Brewers and Badgers and most of all was a die-hard Marquette Golden Eagles fan.
He is survived by his loving wife, Rhonda; three sons, Nick (Rikki), Tony (Jen) and Jonathon (Jodi); six grandchildren, Cole, Maxwell, Benjamin, Graham, Gracie and Bella; his sister, Lori (David) Sladky; two brothers, Michael (Paulette) and Charles (Theresa); four sisters-in-law, Janet, Cathi, and Theresa Baus and Joy (Claude) Hietpas; as well as many nieces; nephews; other relatives; and friends.
Dennis was preceded in death by his parents; and three brothers, Donald, Richard and David.
Memorial services will be held on Thursday, March 2 at Suchon Funeral Home in Plymouth. Visitation will take place from 3 until 5 p.m. with a prayer service to follow. The Rev. John Schultz, Pastor of St. John Lutheran Church, will officiate.
In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested in Dennis’ name for Crohn’s and Colitis Foundation.
Suchon Funeral Home and Cremation Services of Plymouth is assisting the family. For online condolences, please visit www.suchonfh.com.
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