He is survived by his brother and sister-in-law Dan & Libby Graves; sister and brother-in-law Donna & Bill Rinkewich; nieces and nephews William & Molly Graves, Andrew Graves and Courtney Mead, Danielle Rinkewich & Gary Lewis, Jamie & Josh Hammond, Justin Rinkewich, Nate & Sarah Rinkewich, and 7 great nephews and nieces.
Dennis was a graduate of Chenango Valley High School and had a long military career spanning from the Navy, Army and the Marines, where he received many military honors. He also was a retired employee of Broome Developmental Center. Dennis was a Shortwave Radio Operator, an avid bike rider, and loved World Cup soccer, F1 auto racing, and the Beatles. But most of all he enjoyed spending time with his family.
A Private Service will be held at the convenience of the family.