Dennis R. Bloecher, 81, of Caspian, Mich., passed away Thursday, December 29, 2011, at Golden Living Center, Florence. He was born February 17, 1930, in Wittenberg, Wis., son of the late Edward and Esther (Stevens) Bloecher. Dennis grew up in Wittenberg and graduated from Wittenberg High School. He married Joan Howe on September 20, 1952, at the Presbyterian Church in Iron River. She preceded him in death on May 5, 2003. After being married, Dennis and Joan resided in Wyoming and in 1984 moved to Iron River, Mich., and in 1988 they moved to Colorado. After Joan passed away, Dennis moved back to Caspian. Dennis worked as a truck driver for 68 years, working for many trucking companies and at one time had his own trucks. He enjoyed many hobbies including hunting, fishing, riding motorcycles, snowmobiling, horse trading, and especially enjoyed the outdoors. He is survived by two sons, Dennis (Amy) Bloecher, Iron River, Edward (Lisa) Bloecher, Colo.; one brother, Steven Bloecher, Mo.; several grandchildren, numerous nieces and nephews. A memorial service will be held 11:00 a.m. Saturday, May 5, 2012, at Pine Acres Pub & Grill on M-73 in Iron County. Burial will be in Lakeview Cemetery, Alvin, Wis. You may light a candle in remembrance of Dennis or leave a condolence to his family online at www.JacobsFuneralHomes.com The Jacobs-Plowe Funeral Home, Crystal Falls is serving the family.