Dennis Elvin Clarkson

Dennis grew up in Lovington, Illinois and graduated from Lovington High. Dennis later attended Southern Illinois University where he received his Bachelor's Degree. Dennis served 4 years in the Air Force and was then commissioned as an Officer in the Army National Guard. He retired as a Captain after serving his country for 20 years. Dennis started his Social Security career in Des Plaines, IL then on to Arizona, Guam, and retired in Indio, CA after 30 years of serving the public. After retiring, Dennis helped numerous people with Social Security, Military, and financial issues.

Dennis was funny, sarcastic, great with one-liners, fun-loving, outspoken, ornery, witty, and loving. He had a great time playing Texas Hold'em and his poker name was "Gator". Dennis loved to talk. I don't think he ever met a stranger. He had a quirky laugh that was contagious. He had a love for life that not many people have.

Survivors include: Wife, Dixie Clarkson, of Las Vegas NV. Married for 31 years, together for 39 years.

Son: Nicholas Clarkson and wife Margie, Wilmington OH. Stepdaughter: Tiffany Brabec and husband Mike, Phoenix AZ.

Grandchildren: Bruce Clarkson 21, Mason OH. Grace Clarkson 10, Bucyrus OH. Step Granddaughter: Gianna Milstone 19, Phoenix AZ.

Sisters: Deborah James and husband Sidney, Hammond IL. Diana Clark and husband Bob, Decatur IL.

Preceding Dennis in death were his parents: Clyde and Helen Clarkson, Cerro Gordo IL.

Dennis' ashes will be scattered per his wishes. A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date.

Denny from the cornfields of Illinois, to the hustle of Chicago, to the deserts of Arizona, to the beaches of Guam, to the sunshine of California, and lastly, the neon lights of Las Vegas; Thank you for a great journey my love. Until we meet again. Always.