Dennis D. DeKraai

Dennis D. DeKraai

Fort Madison

Dennis D. DeKraai, 70, of Fort Madison, died Thursday, August 14, 2025 at Arbor Court, Mt. Pleasant, Iowa. He was born July 20, 1955 in Ottumwa, to Dale R. and Nora Lou Cain DeKraai. He attended New London Community schools.

Dennis married Tina Marie; they later divorced. He then married Paula Bailey on July 17, 2001 in Ft. Madison; she preceded him in death on July 26, 2019. Dennis retired from Consolidated Packaging Paper Mill in Ft. Madison. He enjoyed playing cribbage.

Survivors include his children Eric, Dale, Crystal, and step-son Michael; numerous grandchildren including; Lillian, Jacob, and Emily, all of Ft. Madison; and his sister Deborah (Kirk) Miller of New London. He was preceded in death by his parents, wife, son Danny, and sister Denise.

Per his wishes, his body has been cremated. Graveside services are pending and will be held at a later date.

Elliott Chapel, New London, is assisting the family. Online condolences may be left at www.elliottfuneralchapel.com.