Glenn F. “Butch” Dykstra, 75, of Columbus passed away on Tuesday, June 7, 2022 at his home. Glenn was born the son of Bernard “Bernie” and Selma (Hurckman) Dykstra on January 28, 1947 in Columbus. He was a graduate of Columbus High School and UW-Madison Short Course. Butch was married to Karen Lindert on AugustContinue Reading
Glenn F. “Butch” Dykstra, 75, of Columbus passed away on Tuesday, June 7, 2022 at his home.
Glenn was born the son of Bernard “Bernie” and Selma (Hurckman) Dykstra on January 28, 1947 in Columbus. He was a graduate of Columbus High School and UW-Madison Short Course. Butch was married to Karen Lindert on August 17, 1968 at Zion Ev. Lutheran Church in Columbus. He was employed as a maintenance mechanic with Mosinee Converted Products and later with American Packaging for many years. Butch drove bus for the Columbus School District for over 45 years until his retirement. He considered everyone on his route as his “kids,” and especially enjoyed driving for the wrestling, band, and baseball organizations. He served 32 years with the Columbus Fire Department where he retired as chief and served many years as an EMT. Butch was a member of Zion Ev. Lutheran Church in Columbus. He enjoyed farming, hunting, and John Deere tractors.
Butch is survived by his wife Karen of Columbus; his children: Lisa (special friend Stacy DeGroot) Dykstra of Evansville, Mark (Teresa) Dykstra of Janesville, Craig (special friend Kathi Oettel) Dykstra of Columbus, and Jennifer (Joel) Zick of Newton; nine grandchildren; his brother Russ (special friend Lynn Bowdin) Dykstra of Columbus; mother-in-law Agnes Lindert of Randolph; his faithful companion “Pretty Kitty;” nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.
He was preceded in death by his parents; father-in-law Harold Lindert; and sister-in-law Diane Dykstra.
A visitation will be held at Zion Ev. Lutheran Church in Columbus on Sunday, June 12, 2022 from 1:30 p.m. until the time of the funeral service at 4 p.m. Rev. Tim Schwartz will officiate. Interment will take place at Hillside Cemetery in Columbus the following day.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be directed to the Columbus Fire Department or to Zion Ev. Lutheran Church.
The Dykstra family would like to thank Mary Kluetzman for all her care and support.
E. Frank and Adelle Hughes
left a message on June 11, 2022:
So sorry to read of Butch's passing. We are keeping your family in our thoughts and prayers. We do not drive that distance anymore but will be there in spirit.
Todd Syens
left a message on June 11, 2022:
Karen, so sorry to hear about Butch's passing. He helped me out a few times when I was Chief at Randolph. We worked so well together at fire calls and enjoyed our times at Fire Chief conventions. He will be missed and thank him for his past services.
Craig K Kadinger
left a message on June 10, 2022:
Butch and I became friends because we were friends with Jim Boness. Taking fire trucks to Oshkosh, fixing warning lights, tackling the some nasty crisis, to advance planning well before 9/11.
Biggest surprise he's a firefighter and I am a cop, now that's a combo. We respected each other's professions, and we solved problems not create. Probably the finest gift I have ever received, was when Butch presented me with his LT fire helmet when he became Capt. His comment was simple, YOU EARNED THIS MORE THAN ANY FIREFIGHTERS I KNOW.
Journey well old friend and accept entry into our Creators kingdom. Remember Butch, true firefighters never get sent to hell, devil knows they'll put the fires out and rescue the souls. 221.
Kristy Piotrowski
left a message on June 9, 2022:
Glenn will be missed very much. Love seeing his smile at the chiropractic clinic. My sympathy to Karen and the family. R. I. P. 🙏
Langille
left a message on June 9, 2022:
My condolences to the family. He gave so much to Zion and Columbus that enabled the kids to have safe field trips and bus rides to their home. He was always looking out for my girls and I will be forever grateful. Thankful he is now with our Savior in heaven.
Mary Monthie Weber
left a message on June 9, 2022:
Karen, So sorry to hear about Glen. Your family is in my prayers! I know how hard it is to lose a spouse! It has been 14 years for me and it does get easier but you never forget. Hang in there and come to our class reunion on Oct 1. Mary Weber
Derra
left a message on June 9, 2022:
My thoughts go out to you, Lisa, and your family during this difficult time.
Allen, Misty Snyder and family
left a message on June 8, 2022:
Thinking of you Jen and family.
Susan Etter
left a message on June 8, 2022:
In memory of Glenn
"Butch"
Dykstra, Susan Etter lit a candle
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E. Frank and Adelle Hughes
left a message on June 11, 2022:
So sorry to read of Butch's passing. We are keeping your family in our thoughts and prayers. We do not drive that distance anymore but will be there in spirit.
Todd Syens
left a message on June 11, 2022:
Karen, so sorry to hear about Butch's passing. He helped me out a few times when I was Chief at Randolph. We worked so well together at fire calls and enjoyed our times at Fire Chief conventions. He will be missed and thank him for his past services.
Craig K Kadinger
left a message on June 10, 2022:
Butch and I became friends because we were friends with Jim Boness. Taking fire trucks to Oshkosh, fixing warning lights, tackling the some nasty crisis, to advance planning well before 9/11.
Biggest surprise he's a firefighter and I am a cop, now that's a combo. We respected each other's professions, and we solved problems not create. Probably the finest gift I have ever received, was when Butch presented me with his LT fire helmet when he became Capt. His comment was simple, YOU EARNED THIS MORE THAN ANY FIREFIGHTERS I KNOW.
Journey well old friend and accept entry into our Creators kingdom. Remember Butch, true firefighters never get sent to hell, devil knows they'll put the fires out and rescue the souls. 221.
Kristy Piotrowski
left a message on June 9, 2022:
Glenn will be missed very much. Love seeing his smile at the chiropractic clinic. My sympathy to Karen and the family. R. I. P. 🙏
Langille
left a message on June 9, 2022:
My condolences to the family. He gave so much to Zion and Columbus that enabled the kids to have safe field trips and bus rides to their home. He was always looking out for my girls and I will be forever grateful. Thankful he is now with our Savior in heaven.
Mary Monthie Weber
left a message on June 9, 2022:
Karen, So sorry to hear about Glen. Your family is in my prayers! I know how hard it is to lose a spouse! It has been 14 years for me and it does get easier but you never forget. Hang in there and come to our class reunion on Oct 1. Mary Weber
Derra
left a message on June 9, 2022:
My thoughts go out to you, Lisa, and your family during this difficult time.
Allen, Misty Snyder and family
left a message on June 8, 2022:
Thinking of you Jen and family.
Susan Etter
left a message on June 8, 2022:
In memory of Glenn
"Butch"
Dykstra, Susan Etter lit a candle
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