Dennis Henry Okruhlik

Dennis Henry Okruhlik, age 75, of Topeka, Kansas, passed away on August 18, 2026, from complications of Alzheimer’s disease. Dennis was born on February 4, 1951 in San Antonio, Texas to Julius and Jennie Okruhlik. He was baptized in the Catholic Church and was very committed to his faith.

Dennis spent the majority of his career working in the maintenance department for the State of Kansas. He married Diania Stone and they had three children – Katherine Addington, Sandra Tanner and another son. His second marriage was to Diana Banks; from that marriage Dennis has two step-sons, Paul Banks, and Adam Banks. Dennis and Diana together had Tessa Okruhlik-Barr and Jacob Okruhlik. Dennis is father, grandfather and great-grandfather.

The most important thing to Dennis was his devotion to his family. He enjoyed coaching his children’s sports teams, woodworking, wood carving, photography, stained glass, reading books, and he became a master gardener.

On Tuesday, August 25th, 2026, at 6:00 PM, friends and family will join in for a visitation at Mother Teresa Catholic Church. A rosary service will follow at 7:30 PM. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at Mother Teresa of Calcutta Catholic Church at 10:00 AM on Wednesday, August 26th, 2026, followed by burial at Mt. Calvary Mausoleum.

Memorial contributions can be made to Mother Teresa Catholic Church, sent in care of Brennan-Mathena Funeral Home, 800 SW 6th Ave. Topeka, KS 66603.