My heart is filled with a mixture of sorrow and gratitude. Sorrow for the immense loss we all feel, but gratitude for having had the privilege of knowing and loving Dennis for a lifetime. He wasn’t just my brother, he was my friend, my confidant and a guiding light in all of our lives. Reflecting on our childhood, I’m instantly drawn back to those carefree days when Dennis was a spirited, wild child. I can’t help but smile remembering how he was always on th go, his energy boundless. He was full of life, never slowing down. If he wasn’t running the wrecker or gone deep sea fishing, he was busy handling projects for family or friends.
Realizing that my only brother is no longer here rips my heart apart, but a part of me tries to accept it knowing he is no longer suffering. He will be missed beyond words. I know our mother is beyond rejoiced having her baby by her side again up in heaven.
Love,
Diane, Jeff, Jon and Shae