Death leaves a memory no one can heal. Love leaves a memory no one can steal.  I'll love you forever my sweet "Bear".

Dear Joe, Amanda and Suzanne:

You probably won't remember me, back from
Gainesville, Florida, college days....
was there when Joey was born....Oh my
goodness....what a firecracker your dad was....never a dull moment.  So very bright...I just happened to being
thinking about old "friends" ....he was
one and I am so sad to hear of his passing.   I wish I had known sooner....may all your wonderful memories and loving times with your Dad
be a comfort always.  Jane Richardson (Fahey)

It'll be eight months in April that our dear Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ took you home and it still doesn't seem real. I can still see  your beautiful smiling eyes, hear your melodic voice and feel your arms around me at night as I lie in bed. I miss your jokes and your pranks, I miss talking about the up and coming football season. Honestly, I miss everything about you. 
I'm trying hard to keep it together because I know that's what you'd expect of me but it's tough. You nick named me "Rocky" for a reason and I guess this is one of them. Remember, Bear, everything I do, I do it for you. I'll see you in my dreams my love and when I don't I'll see you in Heaven above. I Love You, always and forever.

We are so sorry. It was a shock yesterday when I read the obituary. Our thoughts are with you

I don't remember the first time Allen and I met Dennis, but it was during the time our daughter, Lena, was dating Joe.  Since that time and over the years, whenever we got together, it always felt like we had known each other for a long time.   We knew that Dennis would always have some great stories to tell and also throw in some jokes as well.  If we could talk to Dennis one more time, we would say "Thank you."  Thank you for a wonderful son-in-law, husband and father to our beautiful granddaughters. You can be proud of your son.   Joe and Lena will have some funny stories to tell Sophie and Ashley about their Pop-Pop. And whether it's watching Joe with the girls or watching a Gator game, I know you will always be close by.  We will miss you Dennis.
Love, Judy and Allen

Dear Terri,

Laura and I were very saddened to hear of Dennis' passing.  I know it is a very difficult time, but please let us know if we can do anything for you.  I've read many of the other entires about Dennis and there is truly nothing I can add that has not already been said.  Dennis was a great guy and agent.  We will miss him.

Dear Terri,
Brian and I would like to extend our sincere condolences. We were so saddened to hear about his passing. I can not even remember having any other agent, only Dennis. I feel like I grew up with him. Dennis and his State Farm team are the greatest! Terri, you and your family will be kept in our prayers. We will miss him. 
Trish Shafer and Brian Simmet

I was so sad to learn of his passing.  He is a long-time family friend and I just met with him to set up my children's 529 plans.  He was so proud of me and I left in tears as it was a very proud moment for myself too!  He will be missed!

Dear Terri,
I'm so sorry to hear the sad news about
Dennis's passing. I believe (Rodger) and I was Dennis's 5th customer as as was just going door to door starting his business back in'79(I think). He remained my agent through the years because he was always so knowledgeable, professional and provided excellent service. He will be missed. Barbara Harvey

Terri,
I just found out about Dennis passing this week. Our hearts go out to you and the family. 
Since I met Dennis in '87 we have shared our interest in Corvettes. I'll miss him, but won't ever forget him. Judy and I will share a prayer for you. Stay strong and if you need help on anything, please contact me. Dennis, Judy King, Chevy Chase, MD

We just heard of Dennis' passing and are heartbroken for all of you.  We couldn't have asked for a better agent.  He was so kind and genuine, and we felt like family.  We pray that your cherished memories of him will help comfort you and that God will give you peace.  Let us know if you need anything.

I would like to extend my sincerest and most heartfelt thoughts to Terri and her family.  Dennis has been a part of my life for most of my driving era. I just found out today from Anne.  I'm sorry Terri for my delayed condolensces to you.  I hope you are surrounded by loving people during this difficult time  I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers. Cathie K.

To the Nebel family, may I extend my love and sympathy to you all at this difficult time.  Dennis was an extraordinary man and he will be missed.  I remember when I began to use Dennis' State Farm services back in 2001/2002.  We would talk on the phone and it felt as if I'd known Dennis my entire life.  When the office moved to its current location, I just had to visit Dennis and wish him well.  I don't think he was in that day, but it didn't matter.  The office has always treated clients like old friends.  We may not know what it is, but God surely has a plan for Dennis!

Dear Terri and Family, we are so sorry to here about the passing of Dennis, we  were out of town and came back and was told. Are prayers and thoughts are with you and your family at this sad time. And try to remember all the good times you had with him and this will help you get through some of the pain of losing him. And please call if you need to just talk sometime.
Take care, David & Bonnie Mcilvaine and Family

Dear Terri and the Nebel family, I was shocked when I learned the letter yesterday that Mr. Nebel had passed away.  Tyrone and I offer our condolences to your family and our heartfelt sympathy.   Dennis and your whole family have felt like family to us for many years.  If there is anything that I can help you with, please don't hesitate to contact me.  Sincerely, Martha and Tyrone Jones
marthajones55@yahoo.com

To the Nebel Family,

We the Wilson Family would like to extend our love and deep sympathy to your family.  Dennis was a wonderful person. For nearly 30 years, Dennis has been in this family. Three generations have meant this great human being.  He was very special to my family. My fondest memories is when he made house calls in Baltimore City for his clients.  A real caring person and down to earth wonderful man. May God take him under his wings. He will be missed.

Terri, we just learned of Dennis' passing.  We are so sorry for your loss.  Our prayer is that God will comfort and strenghten you and the entire family during the months and years ahead.  Dennis was a great guy who will be missed so much by his clients.  Dennis' shoes can never be filled by anyone.

Edward and Marlene Brooks

I am so, so sorry for your loss. You are in my thoughts....

Dennis's passing is a shock. I didn't know until just now. I am so sorry. We've
lost a really great guy, faithful friend and Brother. Rest well.

Im sorry for your loss.  Please call me or kerri if you need anything.


Love,
Mignon

To my cousin and family. Dennis is with our lord and family that have gone before us. May you rejoice with them in the kingdom of heaven. To all that is still here on earth may we remember Dennis in the light that was his life and enjoy the memories of better times. Tahnk you.

Im so sorry for your loss, you will be in my prayers.

Kerri
From Looks

If anyone ever asked me to describe my Uncle Dennis to them I would always say "He had the looks of Alec Baldwin with the personality of Bill Murray, except he was way cooler." 
My Uncle Dennis was the first guy to teach me to swing a golf club. He also schooled me on the early models of the Chevy Corvette. Whenever we would meet at Grandma & Pop-pop's instead of a hardy handshake we would have staring contest. Forehead to forehead. There was one time when I thought I had him beat. I could feel him about to flinch and he kissed me. Needless to say he won again. We shared many laughs, most were at my expense. He understood that I was his younger brother's son. He felt it his duty to poke and joke me just as he did his younger brother Paul. I never did mind. It was his way of expressing his love. Uncle Dennis, I was blessed to know you. I will remember you. I will miss you dearly.

Well Dennis,

You are with the Lord now. Your wife was as dedicated, loyal, and attentive as always.

Your children were present, strong, and helpful, as any father could ask.

Your Sister, and brothers made our connection, and found peace.

Your Masonic Brethren, lifted you.

Your Corvette Club represented you.

Your friends and neighbors, far & near had nothing but accolades for you.

You will forever remain in our hearts.  WE LOVE YOU.

I cannot express how saddened I am with you not in our lives. What I can express is how grateful I am for the 10+ years I knew you. Every week I was blessed that I could talk with you or see you. Over the years, I have realized how you became my father as well.  As a father, you gave me your opinions and advice, but most of all unconditional love.  Joe is a wonderful father and man and I have you to thank. 

I’m going to miss calling you and asking you random questions. If we didn’t know the answer, I would say to Joe, “call your father”.  The weekend trips to Luray, holiday events, birthdays, New Year’s Eve celebrations, Gator games and family dinner’s are some of my greatest memories with you. Most of all I loved your expression whenever you caught me sitting in your chair at grandma and pop-pops house. 

I miss your big bear hugs and moon watching with Sophie.  I look forward to showing Sophie and Ashley videos of their Pop-Pop at our wedding, pumpkin picking and Easter Egg hunts. While Ashley only knew you for 4 short months, I will always tell her how you visited her every day in the hospital and wouldn’t let her go. I will also continue to use the forehead trick.  I promise that we will raise them in a manner that makes you proud, which means I have to teach them how to cook for their husbands!

Having Joe by my side means you are with me too.  While I tease Joe that he is just like you, I wouldn’t change one thing and I hope he continues to display your personality, courage, sense of humor and love for family.I love you Dad and I will miss you terribly.

The best advice was always a phone call away, even when I failed to use it. The games that we attended over the years will always be memorable, even when we had to sit in the nose bleeds, the car broke down, or we were surrounded by 50,000 Ohio State fans in the desert. The drive to and from work in Martinsburg always seemed shorter knowing that you were on the other end of the phone, even with a state trooper in the rearview mirror. I know that we will value those memories forever.

The words could never completely describe the relationship that we had and my emotions would certainly get the best of me. So please let me grieve silently for now, and listen to the memories shared by your State Farm colleagues, masonic lodge brethren, corvette club members, friends, and family.

There is no doubt that I will miss you. I will always respect you and cherish you through the life that I will continue to lead in your honor. In celebrating a life well lived and truly appreciating every second that I was able to spend with you, you will always be my best man.

I love you and will always be proud of you, now and forever.

We lost a very good guy & colleague when Dennis passed! Shaed some great times with him over the 33 years we were together in State Farm! Our best times were every college football season where he would root for his "Gators" and me for my "Hurricanes!" He had a great sense of humor and wit! He'll be missed by many of us!
"Gator" fans are weeping today!

My deepest sympathies & condolences  to Terri and the family--

Our sincere condolences for your loss.  Let memories bring you many smiles.  Rick & Pat Morris

Saddened to hear that Dennis has been taken from this earth to eternal life. Started together with State Farm in 1978 and he taught me a thing or two about being a great servant to his customers. 
Will miss you buddy.

I am so very sorry for your loss.  Dennis and I started with State Farm about the same time and shared many times together.  His humor and love of life were always present.  With age we lost contact but memories will never die. My sincere thoughts and prayers are with each of you.  I was truly blessed to have known Dennis and called him my friend.

There are no words that can express my sincere sorrow for your loss. Dennis touched my life and the lives of so many. I will miss his smile, sense of humor and just talking to him. I hope the strength in your faith and the wonderful memories you have will help you through this difficult time. Memory Eternal! Love, Mindy Andreychek (Baltimore, MD)

There are no words that can express my sincere sorrow for your loss. Dennis touched my life and the life of so many people. May you find strength in your faith, love in your heart and wonderful memories to help you carry on. Memory Eternal! Love, Mindy Andreychek

Each day we blink an eye and watch our lives go by, but sometimes we forget to take  a moment to make memories of our lives as we watch them "grow" My best memories of Mr. Dennis are those of his big, bright smiles he always greeted me with when our paths crossed.  He will be with us always and we will still see his beautiful smile every day Sophie and Ashley smile! Your family will be in our family's daily prayers 
Love, Gina & Scott Jesneck

Some may think that our facebook games are silly, but if it weren't for those games we wouldn't meet some of the people we meet. One of those people for me was Dennis. I loved it when Dennis came into our chat. He had a GREAT sense of humor and always made us laugh. I am honored to have met him. Rest in Peace, Pilgrim.  

My thoughts and prayers are with his loved ones during this hard time. May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.

Never had the pleasure of meeting in person ,only knew Dennis as a fellow "mobbie". Thoughts and Prayers out for his family and friends...RIP Dennis !

My wife and I would like to extend our sympathy to the family of Dennis. I only recently heard that he was ill.

Dennis and I go back a long way, as I appointed him as a State Farm agent.

Again, our sincerest condolences.

OBITUARY

Dennis Frank "Bear" Nebel

November 19, 1950 – August 27, 2011

Gary L. Kaufman Funeral Home at Meadowridge Memorial Park

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