In Loving Memory of

Dennis Nelson Ristow

April 16, 2025 • Age 91

With heavy hearts, we share that Dennis Nelson Ristow found peace on April 16, 2025, at the age of 91.

Dennis was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and friend. He is survived by his wife, Joan Ristow; his children: Denise Stevenson (Ristow) (David Stevenson), Jodi Carter (Ristow) (Lloyd Carter), Kevin Ristow (Deneen Winchester-Ristow); and his grandchildren: Amy Sutter, Corey Asma, Jacob Asma, Ella Carter, and Neka Ristow.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Carl and Agnes Ristow; siblings Carol Ristow, Ernest Ristow, and Harold Ristow; his daughter Joy Ristow; and granddaughter Sarah Magnuson (Sutter).

Celebration of Life

Thursday, June 12, 2025

11:00 AM

East Lemonweir Lutheran Church

W8943 County Highway S, Elroy, WI 53929

Committal to follow at:

Lindina Evergreen Cemetery

N2596 Scoville Road, Mauston, WI 53948

We invite all who knew Dennis to join us in remembering and celebrating his life.

The family would like to express their heartfelt gratitude to the compassionate care team at Aurora St. Luke's South Shore, the dedicated Aurora hospice team, and the staff at Franciscan Villa for their exceptional kindness and care.

Forever loved, always remembered.