Denis L. Sackett Obituary (1947 - 2023)

Denis L. Sackett age 75 of Bloomington IL passed away at 6:24 AM on Friday, April 14, 2023 at his residence. His memorial service will be 12 Noon, Tuesday, April 18, 2023 at Calvert & Metzler Memorial Home, Bloomington, IL. Pastor Chuck Bahn will be officiating. Military rites will be accorded at the funeral home by the Bloomington -Normal American Legion Honor Guard. The family will receive friends 10:00 AM-12 Noon Tuesday at the memorial home. The family suggests memorials be made to the Bloomington -Normal American Legion Honor Guard. Denis was born October 4, 1947 in Litchfield, IL the son of Stella Bethel. He married Michelle Tosh on June 8, 1985 in Bloomington, IL. She survives Also surviving are his 3 children, Shawne (Jason) Geisler, Olathe, KS, Kimberly (Richard) Hon, Greenwood, IN Grant Sackett at home, Bloomington, IL, 5 grandchildren, Kaitlyn, Addison and Haley Geisler, Miley Sackett and Logan Hon sister, Diana (Greg) Joiner, Carlinville, IL. Denis was preceded in death by his mother, stepfather and his brother. Denis served in the US Air Force during the Vietnam War. He was active leader in the formation of the Bloomington -Normal American Legion Honor Guard. Denis had worked for Unit 5 School at Normal Community High School for many years where he was the night custodian. He was a Security Officer for US Security Associates at Heartland Community College and most recently for Allied Universal Security Company at Rivian Automotive. Denis was an avid gun enthusiast with his family. He was a loving husband, father, grandfather and brother. He will be missed by all who knew him. Please view the obituary and share your condolences and memories online at www.calvertmemorial.com