Dennis L. Earle, 80, of Whitewater, passed away at UW Hospital in Madison, Wisconsin on August 19, 2026.

Born in Elkhorn on December 13, 1945, Dennis made Southeastern Wisconsin his home for his whole life, growing up in Whitewater. He attended UW-Whitewater and UW-Madison. He then moved to Delavan in 1971, living there for over 40 years. He then moved back to Whitewater with his spouse, Jorelle Coe.

Dennis was an avid collector, both buying and selling his entire life. He and his family participated at multiple flea markets throughout the decades having created connections and made friends across many different disciplines. Dennis was a loving father and will be deeply missed by his entire family.

Dennis is survived by his brother, Rodney (Jeanette) Earle of Anderson, SC; his two children, Kathryn (James) Ulatt of Franklin, WI and Andrew (Katrina) Earle of Franklin, IN; and grandson, Ryan Ulatt of La Crosse, WI.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Thane Earle, Mary Earle (mother), and Corinne Earle (Step-Mother).

In lieu of flowers, the family kindly asks that donations be made to one of two very deserving and beneficial charities – Shriners’ Children’s Hospital (https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en) or World Central Kitchen (https://wck.org/).

In accordance with his wishes, a private family gathering will take place at a later date.

Nitardy Funeral Home is proudly serving the family. For online condolences, please visit www.nitardyfuneralhome.com.