August 19, 1944 – September 26, 2024
at the age of 80 years:     

Dennis is survived by his wife Maggie, his son Michael, son Kevin (Sandra), brother Robert (Anita), brother Douglas (Carol), Maggie’s son Jeremy (pie yen), and James, granddaughter Johanna, Maggie’s grand children Artemis and Athena, as well as many nieces, nephews and wonderful friends.

He was predeceased by his father Ray, mother Leona and brother Donald.

Dennis was born in Ponoka, Alberta right in the middle of harvest season.  Raised on the Hemeyer homestead where adventures began at an early age, especially with 4 boys. The farm was a huge and dangerous playground which Dennis found out falling off a bale and breaking his neck when he was only 12.  Not only did he survive, but to thrive shows his character, determination and how he lived his life.

He left the farm after graduating and soon began his career with Beaver Lumber. This career found him moving all over Alberta, then eventually to the Yukon.  There he became the first franchisee to own a Beaver Lumber.

He had many stories of the North, and his gold mining days, but soon the Shuswap was calling where he chose to “retire” and remained until his final days.  Retirement for Dennis was just as busy as his career, only it allowed him time to travel and eventually perfect his skills in crafting amazing wooden bowls.  Dennis made good friends through out his travels over the years and will be missed by many.  Special thanks to Dr. Thompson, and the caring staff at Bastion.

At his request there will not be a service or memorial.