In Memory

Debbie Dennison

Debbie Dennison

Debbie passed away on August 30, 2017. She did not graduate with us but she was part of our class for most of her education. She moved to Hawaii and took up Hula dancing, graduating from a Hawaiian high school. She wanted to come to our 50th Reunion (she bought 3 tickets) but was too ill to attend but she sent her love and support to us.

Here is the article from the Herald-Palladium (posted 12/10/2017):

Deborah J. Dennison died unexpectedly Aug. 30, 2017, at the age of 68 while living in Hayden, Colo.Deborah is survived by her son, John, and wife, Michelle Rogers; brother, Lee and Darcy Dennison of South Dakota; grandchildren: Crystal, Jamie, Amber, Jonathon, Dylan and Emily; six great-grandchildren; and her beloved dog, Olivia. Her family was the most important part of her life. She was deeply loved and will be dearly missed. She was preceded in death by her father, Raymond Dennison; and mother, Lorraine (Ludwig) Yauch.

Debra attended St. Joseph Senior High School. In the summer of 1966, she moved to her beloved Hawaiian Islands, graduating from James B. Castle High School in Kaneohe, Oahu, Hawaii, in 1967. She attended the University of Hawaii, where she received a Bachelor of Arts in ethnic studies and masters in library and information science. Hula and Tahitian dance were Deborah's specialty. She started dancing at the age of 10, dancing for many different venues and luaus and winning several dance competitions throughout her life. She continued to live in Hawaii for many years. She moved to Colorado to be near her beloved son and family. Her remains will be returned to Hawaii.The aloha spirit that she nourished is alive and strong within her family.



 
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09/06/17 12:33 PM #1    

Nancy Bartz (Wenham)

I was saddened to hear of Debbie's death.  She and I were back door neighbors for many years and good friends when we were young.  Although we did not stay close, I am so happy I was able to reconnect with her through this website and share memories before she died. I know she will be missed.


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