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Dennis Cisler Obituary
Dennis Lee Cisler
Dennis Lee Cisler, age 60, died Monday, October 13, 2008 at Johns Hopkins Medical Center, Baltimore, Maryland.
Mr. Cisler was born February 13, 1948 in Takoma Park, Maryland to the late Nathan W. and Maryann (Patton) Cisler.
He was a United States Marine Corp Vietnam Veteran receiving the National Defense Service Medal, Vietnamese Service Medal (w/1Bronze star), Vietnamese Campaign Medal, Combat Action Ribbon and Navy Achievement Medal. He was a Master Stonemason for 20 years and also a Master Plumber. Among his other achievements, Denny was dedicated to his education having returned to college in his 50's to earn his Associates Degree.
Survivors include his loving wife and devoted friend of 10 years, Tena Cisler; three children, Eli R. Cisler, Matthew R.K. Cisler and Dean Scott Cisler and their mother, Gail Cisler; three sisters, Nadine McDaniel, Sherry Bailey and Michelle Guessford; three brothers, Larry Cisler, Tommy Cisler and Gregory Cisler and six grandchildren, Makenzie, Bradley, Jacob, Connor, Chloe and Kyle.
Family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. Tuesday, October 21, 2008 at Pierce Funeral Home, 9609 Center Street, Manassas where funeral services will be held 10 a.m. Wednesday, October 22, 2008. Interment will follow at Quantico National Cemetery, Triangle, Virginia with military honors.
In lieu of flowers, expressions of sympathy may take the form of contributions to St. Jude Childrens Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, Tennessee 38105-1942. Condolences may be sent to www.piercefh.com
This obituary was originally published in the News & Messenger (Woodbridge, VA).
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Pete Hamner
January 23, 2024
Used to ride to work with Denny in his old blue truck. Denny was a bit grumpy, but once you got to know him, you realized he was just a teddy bear. I used to call him "Bitter" Man could he be moody in the morning. He was a Nam vet. Saw a lot of combat from what i heard. He never talked about it much except to say that he had the utmost respect for the Viet Cong. "Best jungle fighters in the world" he used to say. Anyhow.... rest in peace Denny, my old buddy.
Robert, Michael & Denise Leatherland
January 2, 2009
We just learned of your passing Denny, and were very saddened to hear of a great lose to another "Amherst Drive" family member. Growing up as next door neighbors, we all experienced both the good and the bad. But for us, it was mostly good with the humor, love and happiness you provided. May you rest in peace!
Garrison "Gary" Crawford
December 28, 2008
I just learned of Denny's passing when trying to locate old high school buddies. I am very sad to hear the news. He was a dear person, and wonderful friend. I loved him.
My condolences to his family.
John Utz
December 17, 2008
Sorry to hear of the loss of one of the outstanding members of the "Amherst Gang".
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Richard Czapp
October 30, 2008
Many years of memories and fun we shared. We will miss you. God be with your family and loved ones.
Marvin Sawyer
October 28, 2008
My High School friend, you will be missed. I do regret that I did not make the effort to keep on touch. My prayers will be with you and the loved ones left behind.
Barbara Friend
October 25, 2008
One word frees us of all the weight and pain in life: That word is LOVE.
-Sophocles
My condolences to family and friends.
Debbie Shuman
October 22, 2008
Denny you will be missed by all. I remember you from when I was very young from Amherst Dr. You were always making everyone smile and laugh. Hanging out with my sister and Kenny Brooks. I will never forget you. By prayers and thoughts are with your family. Kiss my Mom and Pop and Jigs for me. Love you.
Richard Duvall
October 22, 2008
My Best Friend
Judy (Chandler) & Randy Leonard
October 20, 2008
Denny, you will be sorely missed. It's been years. Life gets in the way and time separates old friends but the fond memories will remain forever. My thoughts and prayers go to your family.
Skip & Sandy Barrett
October 20, 2008
Family and Friends of Denny our prayers are with you. Denny this is your high school friend Skip Barrett. Even though we have not stayed in touch I still have fond memories of our days together as friends in high school and afterwards. You will be missed but the memories we had will never be forgotten.
Linda Austin (Stouffer)
October 19, 2008
My friend, my neighbor, my school buddy. I will miss you Denny, your laugh, your jokes and your dancing. You were part of the "group" from Amherst. We had some fun times. One day you and I will share some of those memories. I will truly miss you. Your family is in my prayers.
Woody & Lynne Daignault
October 19, 2008
Denny! what an amazing man. and now an amazing ANGEL. You will forever be in our hearts.. our prayers are with you Tena and family.
Charles & Tina Chambers
October 18, 2008
You will be forever remembered.
Kasey Hicks
October 17, 2008
My Thoughts and prayers are with the family. I work with Denny's sister Sherry, and all ive ever heard from her was how wonderful her brother is and will always be. i know it's a tought time for the family, but what i hear he was a tough man, who could brighten anyones day. May God Bless the whole family.
Kathy Epling Dorsey
October 16, 2008
My thoughts & prayers are with all of you. I graduated with Denny from SJ - Class of '67. To know Denny was to love him. Great memories of you "Wabbit". I look forward to seeing you someday in heaven. God bless all of you!
Richard Gibson
October 16, 2008
I regret not keeping in touch better over the years,but the veitam war separated many of us.I have never forgot Dancing Denny Cisler and never will,he was a bright spot in many peoples lives and will missed.
Rev. Billy Bevan
October 16, 2008
I went to school with Denny at Stonewall Jackson Sr. High. I had learned of his illness through Shirley & Mel Payne. All of you are in our Thoughts and Prayers. May God bless each of you during this difficult time!
Denise Shuman Smith
October 16, 2008
I will miss you. You were the second person I met when my family moved to Manassas in the early 60's. We shared many good times dancing in the basement. Later it was class reunions and sharing children stories. Oh, yeah and the bar tending. Now you and Mike are together again. At least I know Pop is there to keep the two of you out of trouble, just like the old days.
I love you my old friend.
Dale Glines
October 16, 2008
I pray that God will give all of you the peace, strength, and comfort to get each of you through this time of loss. I know this can only come from God, so open up your hearts and let Him in. This is for each of you, if you need anything just call and I will be there.
Yall know I spent a lot of time with Denny and we were buds for many years. I have a ton of wonderful memories of this guy and a boat load of stories. Denny and I spent a lot of one on one time hunting and I want to thank God for this Blessing in this time on earth to have known Denny. I just want to say "I'll see you again one day Old Blue".
May God Bless you all.
Sue Williams
October 16, 2008
I have known Dennie since I went to school at Stonewall. He was one of the most personable, friendly people I have ever known and to watch him on the dance floor was a thrill in itself. He was the king of "Cool". I know he will be dearly missed. My thoughts and prayers are with his family and friends.
Mel and Shirley Payne
October 16, 2008
You are in our thoughts and prayers.
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