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Dennis Garrison Obituary

Dennis Howard Garrison, 77, of Lawrence, KS, died peacefully in his sleep at home on Tuesday, November 12, 2019. He was born on January 13, 1942, in Sublette, Kansas, the son of Chester and Thelma Garrison. He was a 1960 graduate of Plains High School, Plains, KS. He married Cinda Lou Wilson on March 7, 1964. Dennis graduated from Fort Hays State University in 1964 with a bachelor's degree in history. He taught history at Great Bend High School from 1964 to 1968. Dennis came to Lawrence in 1968 to attend graduate school at KU and earned a Master's degree in history from KU in 1969. He taught history for one year at Lawrence High School. Dennis was in the insurance business with State Farm for the past 35 years and retired on January 1, 2019. During his life Dennis traveled extensively with his wife and enjoyed shooting sporting clays with many friends. He is survived by his wife of the home, sons Sean Patrick (Heather) of Houston, TX, and Ryan Lee (Erica) of Lawrence, grandchildren Joanna Lynn and Quinlan Lee Garrison of Houston and Jonah William and Emery Sage Garrison of Lawrence. Dennis is also survived by one brother Edgar Lee Garrison of Lawrence. Memorials are suggested to the Lawrence Arts Center at 940 New Hampshire, Lawrence, KS. Family and friends are invited to a celebration of life at Maceli's 1031 New Hampshire on Sunday, November 17 from 3:00 to 5:00 p.m.

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Published by Lawrence Journal-World on Nov. 13, 2019.

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Tony and Ann Walton

November 14, 2019

Cinda, Ryan, Sean: Sorry to learn of Dennis's passing. Please accept condolences from Ann and me. We remember fondly those days at the corner of Orchard and Crestline when we were young and the kids were doing kid stuff. Love to all.

herf donnert

November 14, 2019

Sorry to hear about your Dad. My prayers for you and your family.

Lori Phillips

November 14, 2019

To know Dennis, was to love Dennis. He was the sweetest Teddy Bear I've ever known. I am so sorry for your loss, Cinda and family. Peace be with you.

Amy Wurster

November 14, 2019

Sean and family; our sincerest and heartfelt condolences on the loss of your father. May you find peace in his memory.
Jeff and Amy Wurster.

Steve Oakley

November 14, 2019

Sean, I wanted to send my deepest sympathy for yourself and your family. This is a very hard time I understand. I found during this time that the memories of a long life well lived comforted me, and I hope the same can comfort you. Steve

Joe and Jan Erwin

November 14, 2019

We're so sorry to hear this about Dennis. He was our insurance agent for over 35 years. One of the things we really appreciated and will miss about him was he would take the time out of his busy day to call my wife and I every year to wish us a happy birthday. RIP Dennis you will be missed our friend.

Pizza Bob LASKEY

November 13, 2019

Sorry to hear about this. Dennis and his family were good friends, good customers, and my great insurance agent. Dennis and I had many good conversations over the years. He was truly a big man with a gentle soul. My thoughts go out to his wife and kids.

Stephanie Hibbert

November 13, 2019

It was such a pleasure growing up with Dennis as my neighbor. Always so friendly and happy to chat and wave anytime he was on a walk. We are so sorry for your loss Cinda. Many love and hugs, Stephanie Hibbert

John Prijatel

November 13, 2019

Rest In Peace. Thoroughly enjoyed our friendship over the past 40+ years, your insurance counseling, our frequent shooting events and of course a meal or two. I'll miss you.

Don Tammy and Marty Pariseau

November 13, 2019

It was sure a pleasure and a blessing to be able to be introduced to my best friends father Dennis Garrison. I believe it went well based on a generous amount of 16 gauge shotgun shells he included in my acquisition of the progressive reloader he offered. Legacy connection the Browning Sweet 16 was bequeathed to me by my dad. More proof that our friendship was Gods plan. Our prayers to all of his family. He must have been a phenomenal father to have raised such an incredible son. A quote to share our feelings about this
"Only people who are capable of loving strongly can also suffer great sorrow, but this same necessity of loving serves to counteract their grief and heals."
Leo Tolstoy

Theresa Schmidt

November 13, 2019

One of my favorite teachers at LHS. My sincere sympathy to Mr. Garrison's family.

Jennifer Franklin

November 13, 2019

I worked for Dennis when I was a senior at LHS (1988). Loved that job and working for Dennis.

Kenny Roberts

November 13, 2019

RIP my friend. Thanks for all of the great times we had shooting sporting clays.

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Memorial Events
for Dennis Garrison

Nov

17

Celebration of Life

3:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Maceli's

1031 New Hampshire, KS

Funeral services provided by:

Warren-McElwain Mortuary & Cremation Services - Lawrence Chapel

120 W 13th St, Lawrence, KS 66044

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