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Dennis William Stanford passed away on February 17, 2018 at age 65 after living life to its fullest. His last known address was in Hudson, Wisconsin. Dennis is survived by his beloved wife Mary Therese; brother Mark (Linda); mother Ruby and many, many friends; Abby and Ella. Dennis will be remembered for his adventurous spirit, his love of life and his joy in sharing it with others. Memorials to Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness (BWCA).
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DHS Senior Year Pioneer Yearbook picture - Fall 1970
DHS Junior Year Pioneer Yearbook picture - Fall 1969
DHS Sophomore Year Pioneer Yearbook picture - Fall 1968
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Stan Guinn
Stan,
Thanks for the note regarding Dennis Stanford's passing. Truly so sorry to hear it . Dennis was an outstanding and crazy guy with a great sense of humor.
I remember one year, there was a road rally that started at Dearborn High and ended up at Camp Dearborn. If I remember correctly, it was our senior year. Well there were many paired up to do this road rally and Dennis decided he would do it using his small, low cc Harley Davidson. Well the day went by and many ended up checking in with the organizers at Camp Dearborn. They had checked in all those who signed up except for one, Dennis. Well just before the 6 p.m. deadline, Dennis walked through the Camp Dearborn gates with just the front wheel to his motorcycle. " I made it " he exclaimed. Seems he crashed his bike, unscathed somewhat, but finished. Wow! He later called someone to gather the parts and put the bike back together.Amazing!
A couple of years later, Dennis became a workmate as a lifeguard at Seashore Pools. Great worker, dependable workmate and most of all, funny guy with a wonderful sense of being.
He will be sorely missed. May he rest in peace!
Happy paddling, Dennis!
Jim Button