Dennis Wencel Korson 65 years old of Traverse City Michigan, died Monday, Augst 18, 2025 surrounded by his family.

Dennis was born to James and Monica (Gapenski) Korson in Traverse City on September 3, 1959. Dennis grew up in Lake Leelanau with his parents, 4 brothers and2 Sisters. Dennis attended Leland school in kindergarten, then went to St. Mary Catholic school in Lake Leelanau in first grade and graduated high school in 1978.

Dennis had a passion in woodworking after he graduated from high school and worked at a lumber yard in Lake Leelanau and in 1985 formed a business called Northwestern Moulding and Doors in his parents back building and Jeff Schaub joined with Dennis and then moved the business to Traverse City MI. Dennis enjoyed spending time with his three children and watching sports and Nascar racing with his brothers. Dennis often lent a helping hand with his siblings' homes.

Dennis is survived by his children: Daniel (Shayna Farren) Korson, Kristyn (Mike) Garcia, Kelly Korson and companion Sara Hysmith mother of all three children of Traverse City MI.   Siblings James Korson of IL., Jerry (Karen)Korson of South Broadman MI. Karen (Jeff) Schaub of Jenison MI. Marian (Jim) Barbera of Traverse City, Robert (Lori) Korson of Traverse City, Greg Korson of St. Joe MI several nieces and nephews.

Dennis was preceded in the death by his parents, James and Monica Korson, and niece Karen Willow Schaub.

Services will be held Friday, August 29, 2025, from St. Mary Catholic Church in Lake Leelanau MI, at 11 AM.  Visitation will be at 10am until time of services at the church. Burial will be at 1PM.

Beacon Cremation & Funeral Service, Covell-Traverse City Chapel is in charge of arrangements.

www:beaconfh.com