Dennis passed away unexpectedly on September 2 surrounded by family. Beloved husband of Nancy. Devoted father to Katie, Shannon, Lisa (Matt Jasper), Bubba (Katie Fitzer). Big Papa to Dylan, Landon, Cooper, Jake, Lucas, Maxine, and man’s best friend Rocco.
Dennis was raised on the west side of St. Paul. He graduated from Humboldt High School, class of 1971 and continued his education at St. Paul Technical Vocational Institute where he became a lithographer. Dennis worked as a printer/foreman the next 42 years for the same company.
On April 20, 1974, he married his high school sweetheart and their life’s journey began. Dennis devoted his life to his family. As his children were growing up he was very active in West St. Paul youth athletics. He coached girls and boys hockey, ringette, baseball, and was the football commissioner. He enjoyed playing golf, cooking, music, trips to Las Vegas and Laughlin.
For the last 13 years you could find him on his pontoon on Webb Lake surrounded by his wife, kids, grandkids, and his fishing buddies Steve and Jimmy. When he wasn’t fishing Dennis always looked forward to his many conversations with his good friend Vince (Pops).
Dennis had a great impact on his friends and family and will be deeply missed.
A celebration of Dennis’ life will be held Sunday September 17 from 4:30 to 8:00 pm at DeGidios Restaurant and Bar located at 425 7th St W, St Paul, MN 55102.