Dennis Owen Race Sr.

Dennis Owen Race Sr., aged 80 of Kentwood, went to be with his Lord on Wednesday, December 5, 2018. He was preceded in death by his son, Dennis O. Race Jr.; and sister, Diane Hatch. He will be dearly missed by his wife of 58 years, Mary; children, Betsy (William) Jenkins, Amy (Andy) Russell; grandson, Kyle Russell; brother, David (Patricia) Race; brother-in-law, Mike (Judy) Murphy, many nieces, nephews, and cousins. Dennis was a devoted, faithful, and God fearing husband, dad and grandpa.  He was a hard working man who provided for his family. He was devoted to his grandson and loved taking him with them on vacation trips in the motor home. He loved traveling, camping, and cruising but especially liked sweets and desserts. A Memorial Mass will be held on Tuesday at 11:00 am at St. John Vianney Church, 4101 Clyde Park SW, Wyoming with Fr. John Vallier presiding. Inurnment Resurrection Cemetery. Relatives and friends may meet the family at the church on Tuesday from 10:00 - 10:45 am. Memorial contributions may be made to Faith Hospice or St. John Vianney Education Foundation.