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DENNIS VANECEK Obituary

DENNIS W. VANECEK "RED" HOBART, IN Dennis W. "Red" Vanecek, age 65, a lifelong Hobart resident passed away Thursday, May 2, 2013. He was born on May 31, 1947 in Gary, IN to the late Albert and Elizabeth Vanecek. He served his country in the U.S. Army in Vietnam. Dennis retired from the Hobart Fire Department where he had worked for many years. After retirement he worked for Burke's Lawn and Garden Equipment. Dennis was a loving brother and a friend to all who knew him. He is survived by his sister, Nina (Robert) Massa; one niece, Elizabeth Massa; and one great-niece, Vanessa Claar of Valparaiso, IN. Funeral services are Tuesday, May 7, 2013 at 10:00 a.m. at Rees Funeral Home, 600 West Old Ridge Road, Hobart. Burial will follow at San Pierre Cemetery. Visitation is Monday, May 6, 2013 from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. and 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at Rees Funeral Home, Hobart Chapel. Call (219) 942-2109 or visit us online at www.Reesfuneralhomes.com
Published by The Times from May 4 to May 5, 2013.

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Robin Van der Merwe

May 9, 2013

Red....even though the years have passed, I still remember you as a great friend, quick with a laugh and always happy to help. I will always smile when I think of fun times with Peggy and Scott and you and all. Until we all meet up again....

May 7, 2013

Thoughts and prayers are with you. Denny was my dad's cousin. He was a great person. Angie Rater

May 7, 2013

SORRY TO HEAR OF YOUR LOSS DENNIS ANDERSON CLASS OF 1965

Risa Fadell

May 5, 2013

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

vanessa claar

May 5, 2013

I will always miss you, Uncle Denny. :'(

Vanessa Claar

May 5, 2013

I'm Denny's greatneice. Vanessa. He was always very nice to me. I only seen him a few times a month, but it still felt like i seen him all the time. We have had many good memories together, My favorite one was probably when we,(me and denny), were standing out on the back deck, and he said he was going to go jump into the pool with all of his clothes on. He will never be forgotten.

robert massa

May 5, 2013

Denny, I had another brother that I grew up with, through the years we shared a lot of laughs and good times together, I hope that God doesn't mind you hanging your hammock between his gates. Miss you Bob

Dorothy Woods

May 5, 2013

We are so sorry for your loss, Denny was such a nice guy. My dad adored both Denny and Nina, while they were growing up, Bill and I did too. Denny will be missed.

Nina Massa

May 5, 2013

I will miss him terribly. He had so many friends that knew him from around town that Im sure would have a story to tell about him.I hope he looks down from heaven and know just how much his sister loves him.

May 5, 2013

Thoughts and prayers to your family, living next to you all these years ,well it was always an experiance. You and George becames like brothers ,always together , best friends, and the crazy stuff you did, but always helping people. We will miss you. George & Kathy Marks

Hanging with friends Robin Nasby, Lyle Ness & Scott Franzwa 1978

Peggy Pavese-Irzyk

May 5, 2013

Nothing but fond memories of a generous, selfless, wonderful and fun-loving guy.

Check out those sideburns!! 1978

Peggy Pavese-Irzyk

May 5, 2013

Hanging with friends Robin Nasby, Lyle Ness & Scott Franzwa 1978

Peggy Pavese-Irzyk

May 5, 2013

M/Sgt William Morrison (ret)

May 4, 2013

Thank You for your brave service to our Country.

May 4, 2013

Denny is my dad's cousin, Melvin. He was always there to help people in need. He was always so kind. Angie and Sierra Rater

Thomas and Frieda Zytko

May 4, 2013

Red did it his way,lots of fun and a good firefighter. Those were the days!!

Dorothy Lucas

May 4, 2013

My thoughts and prayers are with the family. Dennis will be truly missed. He was always so helpful and friendly to everyone.

Randy Smith

May 4, 2013

Red was one of a kind and a good man. We had many good times and a lot of laughs over the years. He will be truly missed. Rest in peace my friend and God bless your family.

May 4, 2013

Red was a good man and a great friend. He will truly be missed. We extend our deepest sympathy to you and your family.
Tim and Beckie Favia

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