Dennis Dale Lemke

July 13, 1947 – October 12, 2025

With deep love and gratitude for a life well-lived, the family of Dennis D. Lemke announces his passing on October 12, 2025. Born on July 13, 1947, in Chicago, Illinois, Dennis’ life was devoted to his country, his city, and most of all, his family.

Dennis proudly served in the United States Air Force, where he learned the discipline, strength, and humility that he carried throughout his life. After his service, he returned home to Chicago, where he continued to serve his community as a member of the Chicago Police Department. Those who knew him will remember his sense of humor, his loyalty, and his unwavering love and commitment to his family.

Following his retirement from the police department, Dennis ran a successful small business, A Caring Concept, Inc., where he provided custodial home care for those in need.

The titles that meant the most to Dennis were husband, father, and grandpa. He shared 50 years of love and laughter with his wife, Patricia, and together they built a family that was the center of his world. He was the proud father of Denise, Jillian (Ted), Lorie, Dennis (Jackie), and Kevin (Katelyn) and the adoring grandfather of Emily, Quinn, and Aiden. The love that Dennis shared with his family was truly the most important thing in his life.

Dennis is preceded in death by his parents, Clarence and Anne Lemke, and Patricia’s parents, Michael and Mary Corbett. Dennis was the beloved oldest brother to Gloria (John), Nancy, Rhonda, Margie, Bob (Beki), and Angela. He was a cherished brother in law to Mary Ann, late (Ronald, late), Edward, late (Edith), Frank, late (Mary Lou), Richard (Katie), and Peter.

Dennis was a dear friend and neighbor to so many more, and was known by all for his charisma, genuine charm, and his huge heart.

Visitation will be held on Friday, October 17th, from 4-8pm, at Drake and Sons Funeral Home. A celebration of Dennis’s life will be held Saturday, October 18th, at Queens of All Saints Parish at 10am.

In lieu of flowers, the family invites you to honor his memory through a donation to Tunnels to Towers Foundation (t2t.org).