Union Grove – Dorothy (Dot) E. Ellis (nee VanSwol), 79, passed away September 24, 2021 at her home surrounded by her family.  She was born January 4, 1942 to Conrad and Hilda (nee Fritzler) VanSwol.  She grew up in the Union Grove area but raised her family up North in Eagle River.  Later in life, Dorothy came back to Union Grove to take care of her sister and stayed.  Some of her most fond memories were taking her children and grandchildren to Disney World.   Dorothy spent her time watching the Packers play (her favorite was Donald Driver), going to rummage and antique sales, walking, and country and western dancing with Dennis. She enjoyed spending every minute she could with her grandchildren.  Dorothy loved spoiling dogs with treats especially her most loved Molly.  Dorothy will be remembered as a sassy, feisty, strong-willed lady.

Dorothy is survived by her longtime companion and dance partner, Dennis Poisl; Loving children, Michael Krein, Kevin (Denise) Krein, John (Cathleen) Krein, and Nicole (Rick) Bozic; her grandchildren, Nicholas (Val), Michael, Keith, Ava, Alanna, and Edward (Samantha); four great-grandchildren; and siblings, Geraldine Yates, Conrad (Brenda) VanSwol, Jr., Henry (Joan) VanSwol, Harold VanSwol, Marilyn McGovern, Jean VanSwol, John (Sharon) VanSwol, and sister-in-law Judy VanSwol. Dennis's children Barbara (Doug) Jones, Joseph (Anne) Poisl, and Sarah Poisl.

She was preceded in death by her parents, brother Jerry and sister Margaret.

Visitation for friends and family will be held at Miller-Reesman Funeral Home on Saturday, October 9 from 10 am – 12 noon.  Memorial service will begin at 12 noon.