Denis is survived by his son, Leo Dion (Betsy); six grandchildren, Kenia, Ny'Essence, E'Zarion, Kaieley, Joseph, and Andrew; eight siblings; his nieces and nephews; and his dog, Whiskey. He is preceded in death by his beloved wife, Linda, eleven siblings, and his parents.
Denis proudly served his country in the United States Air Force. He was married to the love of his life, Linda, for 33 beautiful years before her passing in November 2013. Denis enjoyed movies, books, history, and gardening. He loved his grandkids and had a deep devotion to his Catholic faith. Those who were fortunate enough to know and love Denis will remember him as being kind, gentle, friendly, and jovial.
A visitation for Denis will be held Sunday, December 12, 2021 from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM and 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM at Gorsline Runciman Funeral Homes, 900 East Michigan Ave, Lansing, MI 48912. A rosary will occur Sunday, December 12, 2021 at 7:00 PM, 900 East Michigan Ave, Lansing, MI 48912. A funeral mass will occur Monday, December 13, 2021 at 11:00 AM at Church of the Resurrection, 1505 E Michigan Ave., Lansing, MI 48912 with a one-hour visitation prior from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM. Following the funeral mass, Denis will be laid to rest in St. Joseph Cemetery, 2520 W Willow St, Lansing, MI 48917.
In lieu of flowers, contributions in Denis' memory may be made to Church of the Resurrection and Shared Pregnancy Women's Center.
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