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OBITUARY GEORGE DIBB DENNIS JR
Birth Date: September 15, 1923
Death Date: September 12, 2016
George Dibb Dennis was a hard-working, universally-loved, adored family
patriarch. He was born on September 15, 1923 and passed away September 12, 2016,
just three days before his 93rd birthday. His status as the oldest native-born
resident of Farmers Branch was one he proudly displayed through historical
society interviews, local events and of course in his story-telling about
growing up on the farm. Born in the Gilbert House (“Old Rock House”) on the site
of the current Farmers Branch Historical Park, he was a proud resident of the
community for 93 years. His mind remained a bank of names, dates and places of
the early days of the then frontier-like North Texas area. Coming from a pioneer
family that moved to Texas for farming, George grew up during the Great
Depression – markedly maintaining the strength of character and values from this
time throughout his entire life. His green thumb and love of farming transformed
into gardening as a hobby, where he shared his native plant knowledge with his
children and grandchildren. At age 19, he joined the Coast Guard after the
attack on Pearl Harbor and served on various ships protecting the Gulf states.
After the war, he went on to work for Mrs. Baird’s Bread Company where he
pitched the idea to sell beyond groceries to restaurants – a division still
intact in the DFW area today. He retired from Mrs. Baird’s after 30 years only
to start a new career wth ADP for 15 years – earning him recognition for his
work ethic and commitment to both. He was also one of the area’s most
accomplished athletes and was the first freshman to ever letter in football at
Carrolton High School – an accolade still visible in R.L. Turner High School
trophy displays. This passion for sports stayed with him throughout his life,
including playing baseball for the Coast Guard and later being a life-long fan
of his favorite Dallas teams, the Texas Rangers and the Cowboys. George was the
ultimate family man, being a dedicated husband for 48 years to his wife Kay
until her death. He is survived by his three children – Vickie Barbara Dennis
Pepperdine, David Lee Dennis and Kimberly Dennis Fulton, as well as his 9
grandchildren and 15 great-grandchildren. He is also survived by his long-time
girlfriend and partner, Betty. He was preceded in death by his parents and
siblings Howard Wayne Dennis, Maurine Dennis McKay, Claudine Dennis and Horace
Dennis. He will forever be branded into the hearts and history of his family and
beloved town. Friends are invited to join for the visitation held on Thursday,
September 15th from 6:00 – 8:00 pm, followed by the memorial services on Friday,
September 16th at 2:00 pm. Both memorial and visitation will take place at Webb
Chapel United Methodist Church, 2536 Valley View Lane, Farmers Branch, TX 75234.
Obituary for GEORGE DIBB DENNIS JR
George Dibb Dennis Jr. born on September 15, 1923 in Farmers Branch , TX and
passed away on September 12, 2016 in Carrollton, TX.
George is survived by his family and friends.
Family will receive friends on Thursday, September 15, 2016 from 6:00PM – 8:00PM
at Webb Chapel United Methodist Church.
Funeral Services will be held Friday, September 16, 2016 at 2:00PM at Webb
Chapel United Methodist Church.
Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to Restland Funeral Home and Memorial
Park, 13005 Greenville Avenue, Dallas, TX 75243. |
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