Dennis "Denny" Lee Wischmeier

Dennis “Denny” Lee Wischmeier, age 74, of Brownstown, passed away peacefully on Sunday, January 26, 2025, at the Lutheran Community Home, Seymour, surrounded by his loving family. Mr. Wischmeier was a man of strong faith. He was baptized in Christ on March 5, 1950, and confirmed in faith on March 22, 1964, both at St. John’s Lutheran Church, Sauers. He later joined St. Paul Lutheran Church, Wegan, with his parents, where he became an active and devoted member, serving in various church offices. He also belonged to the Wegan South Dart ball team. Denny served in the United States Air Force Reserves for two years. Dennis fully embraced the farming life, and his passion for it was clear to everyone who knew him. As a child, he milked cows with his parents, and he farmed alongside his father. After graduating from high school, Denny completed a Purdue short agriculture class in the fall of 1968. He then continued farming with his brother, Brian, and his nephew, Taylor, until his retirement in December, 2015. Mr. Wischmeier was loved beyond measure by his wife, children, and grandchildren, and in turn, he loved them with all his heart. Family was of utmost importance to Denny. He cherished time spent with his loved ones, particularly enjoying attending his grandchildren’s sporting events, all while sharing his passion for basketball. He also cherished the moments spent with his grandchildren on the farm when they were younger, giving them tractor rides and creating lasting memories together. In his retirement years, Denny loved visiting Gulf Shores, Alabama, during the winter months, where he found peace and tranquility. An avid reader, he particularly enjoyed reading farm magazines. In addition, Denny enjoyed walking and participating in Rock Steady Boxing in Seymour to combat his Parkinson’s Disease. Born on February 18, 1950, in Seymour, Dennis was the son of Noble and Melba (Pollert) Wischmeier, both of whom preceded him in death. On March 19, 1977, at St. Peter’s Lutheran Church, Brownstown, he married Wanda Miesner, and she preceded him in death on June 18, 2014. On December 26, 2015, at Brownstown United Methodist Church, he married Melanie E. Markel, and she survives in Brownstown. Survivors also include two daughters: Kristin (Matt) Comer of Westfield, and Julie (Kyle) Warren of Brownstown; four step-daughters: Courtney (Jack) Bishop of Mobile, Alabama, Hilary (Frank) Conway of South Orange, New Jersey, Ashley (David) Greenberg of New York, New York, and Brittney (Matt) Schelich of Nashville, Tennessee; one brother, Brian (Julie) Wischmeier of Brownstown; one sister, Brenda Bobb of Crothersville; eleven grandchildren: Claire Comer, Carsyn Comer, Emerson Warren, Marley Warren, Landry Warren, Keller Bishop, Connor Bishop, Parker Bishop, Collin Conway, Dylan Greenberg, and Emma Greenberg; mother-in-law, Elaine Miesner; sisters-in-law and brothers-in-law: Karen and Fred Oelrichs, Glenna and Ted Sanlis, Debbie and Wayne Goecker, and Doug and Betty Eaton; and several nieces, nephews, and cousins. Dennis was also preceded in death by two brothers-in-law: Robert Miesner, and Danny Bobb; father-in-law, Glenn Miesner; and father-in-law and mother-in-law, Jack and Emma Eaton. Funeral services for Dennis “Denny” Lee Wischmeier will be conducted at 11:00 a.m. on Thursday, January 30, 2025, at St. Paul Lutheran Church, Wegan, with Pastor Joel Meyer officiating. Friends may call from 3:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. on Wednesday, January 29, 2025, at Spurgeon Funeral Home, Inc., Brownstown, and from 10:00 a.m. until the time of the service at 11:00 a.m. on Thursday, January 30, 2025, at St. Paul Lutheran Church, Wegan. Interment will follow at St. Paul Lutheran Church, Wegan Cemetery. Memorials may be given to St. Paul Lutheran Church, Wegan Parsonage Fund, Wanda Wischmeier Endowment Fund at Lutheran Central School, Schneck Medical Center Hospice, or Rock Steady Boxing of Seymour. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to the caring staff of Spurgeon Funeral Home, Inc. Online memorials and condolences may be given at www.spurgeonfh.com

Dennis "Denny" Lee Wischmeier

February 18, 1950 - January 26, 2025