Dennis Oneil Puryear

PORTAGE – Dennis Oneil Puryear, age 85, of Portage, WI, died on Tuesday, September 15, 2026, at Aspirus Divine Savior Hospital in Portage.

Dennis was born on March 25, 1941, to Harvey and Elece (Fennell) Puryear, in Trumann, Arkansas.

He is survived by his daughter, Lisa Nott, of Birmingham, Alabama; and his longtime partner, Otilia Anderson; as well as many other relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents.

A special thank you to his dear friends, Casey, Jenny, Andy, Joe, and Katie. Your kindness meant the world to Dennis.

Services will be held at a later date and will be private.

Pflanz Mendrala Funeral Home, in Portage, is assisting the family.