His mom and siblings later moved to Everett, Washington, where he attended school, including some time at Cascade High School. When he was in high school his mom married Paul Barton and they moved to Aberdeen, Washington. He was a yell duke at Weatherwax High School, graduating in 1964.
Shortly after graduation Dennis volunteered for the army. After his time in the army, and a brief time driving a truck in Hollywood, he went to work for Boeing in Everett.
He met Cheryl Horan at his cousin's wedding (Lynn Huntley) and after a brief courtship they were married on December 7th, 1968. They moved to Arlington in 1976, where they raised two sons and entertained their 6 grandkids.
He leaves 2 sons, Dan McGuire of Arlington, Washington and Glenn McGuire of Virginia. He also leaves 6 grandchildren: Daniel J McGuire and Ashlee McGuire of Virginia; Jennifer McGuire of Lynnwood, Washington; Michael Lemkau of Everett; David and Aaron McGuire both of Arlington, Washington.
A celebration of life for Dennis will be held Saturday, March 30, 2024 from 1:00 PM to 5:00 PM at Weller Funeral Home, 327 North MacLeod Ave, Arlington, WA 98223.
In lieu of flowers, please donate to the following:
Stillaguamish Senior Center Caregivers Program
18308 Smokey Point Blvd.
Arlington, WA 98223
360-653-4551
or
Kids Kloset "Birth to 4" Program
135 South French St
Arlington, WA 98223
360-435-4875
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