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Dennis Barritt Obituary
A Memorial gathering for Dennis D. Barritt, 66, Lawrence, will be held from 10 a.m. – 12 noon Saturday, November 17, 2012 at Warren-McElwain Mortuary in Lawrence. He died on Saturday, November 10, 2012 at KU Medical Center.
Dennis was born on June 11, 1946, in Hutchinson, KS the son of Dene and Roverta Stockham Barritt.
He received his Bachelor of Science Degree from the KU School of Business in 1968, his Juris Doctorate Law Degree from the KU School of Law in 1971, and a Graduate Degree in Banking from the University of Colorado in 1974. While attending KU, he was a member of Phi Gamma Delta fraternity.
He owned Westridge Development Company, had worked at Douglas County Bank, and from 1970 – 1980, had been Vice President of Lawrence National Bank in Lawrence.
Survivors include daughter, Christen Weatherford, Edmund, OK; son, Tony Barritt, Lawrence; sisters, Julie Barritt, Hutchinson, Pamela Humphrey, Lawrence; brother, David Barritt, New York, NY; grandsons, Chance Barritt, Lawrence, Riley Weatherford, Edmund, OK; and nieces, Talena Hooper, St. Louis, MO, Trina Serrault, Olathe, KS. He was preceded in death by his parents and grandparents.
The family suggests memorials in his name to Lawrence Humane Society or to a Charity of Donor's Choice and may be sent in care of the mortuary.
Online condolences may be sent to www.warrenmcelwain.com.
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Memories and Condolences
for Dennis Barritt
Lloyd Doolittle
November 7, 2020
Thinking of Burrito still puts a smile on my face ... a big one. Can’t believe it’s been almost 40 years since seeing him last. He was one of a kind. RIP.
William Hamilton
November 7, 2019
RIP Dennis... You are missed
Mary Hacker
November 20, 2012
Remembering dancing at my wedding. Thanks for your kindness. Prayers and thoughts are with your family. Mary Hacker.
Mary Hacker
November 20, 2012
Remembering the dances we shared at my wedding thanks for kindness and love you showed me. I will always remember you for that and the editorials you wrote. Love and prayers for your family, Mary Hacker.
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Barb & Bill Hamilton
November 17, 2012
Dennis,you were a great builder and neigbor. Always giving and so smart. You worked hard and played hard. You cooked like a gourmet May you rest in peace and comfort. You are in our prayers as is your family.
Terry Pentecost
November 17, 2012
Dennis- ever the dreamer, always the entrepreneur
Lloyd Doolittle
November 17, 2012
Dennis could light up the room like no none else. So sad to hear he's gone.
Mac Crowther
November 16, 2012
Burrito,
You were a valued friend, and you always put a smile on my face when I think of you.
Mac Crowther
November 16, 2012
Burrito ... too young!
Art Wilkonson
Katy O'Grady
November 16, 2012
Dennis was a kind fella with a great sense of humour. Larryville will miss him.
Mike Lamone
November 15, 2012
So sorry to hear about Dennis. I have not seen him for years. Great memories.
I miss you my dear old friend.
November 15, 2012
Dennis was one of those personalities that you never forget. Loved life and had a lot of fun navigating his way through the day to day. Always generous and compassionate. He will be missed. Mick Allen.
LK Bruce
November 15, 2012
Most definately going to miss seeing him around town - prayers always. Linda K Bruce
Craig Bastemeyer
November 15, 2012
A man who knew everyone in Lawrence, and everyone in Lawrence knew you. Rest in Peace my friend.
Lisa Winter
November 14, 2012
Dennis was such a kind hearted man. He will be missed. Rest in peace friend.
Debbie D'Armond
November 14, 2012
To the Barritt Family my thoughts and Prayers go out to you in time of loss of a loved one. may God give you the peace and comfort to deal with this loss.
Kevin and Belinda Base
November 14, 2012
Celebrating a life well lived. We will cherish the memories forever. ABSOLUTELY!!
Pam Shields
November 14, 2012
Dennis I will miss you truely, you were a good friend rest in peace.
November 13, 2012
Dennis, I will miss seeing you around. Your lively spirit and un-shakable personality will have no match.
Tony Jones
Keri Tebben
November 13, 2012
May you finally rest in Peace Dennis!! Dennis brought many friends Joy and laughter while he was here..He was lots of FUN!! and cared deeply of others...I will never forget the time he handed a little boy out of the blue a 20.00 bill at the grocery store and said Merry Christmas!! Its this kindness he had for others in his heart!! and everywhere he went he always knew someone!!! You will be missed my friend..
Bob Cheek
November 13, 2012
Always had a good time working and partying with him back in the early to mid 90's. Never a dull moment when he was around. Thanks for letting me be apart of your group. You'll be missed.
Bob "Cheeko" Cheek
Larry Sinks
November 13, 2012
Dennis, you were a one of a kind person. The conversations we had were always very enlightening. May you forever rest in peace.
Taletha Lehmann "Houk"
November 13, 2012
Please accept my sincere sympathy on your loss. My family has known Dennis for many many years and concidered him a great friend. We will miss him greatly.
Charles Hyter
November 13, 2012
Dennis was a good friend of my brother Rick and spent a great deal of time at our home. I have many fond memories of those two.
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