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Dennis Greenlee Obituary
09/19/1931 - 10/27/2010
Dennis was born in Denver, Colorado to Milo and Evelyn Greenlee on September 19, 1931. He passed away in Auburn, California on October 27, 2010 at the age of 79. Dennis and his family came to Auburn in 1957, where he practiced Chiropractic until 1978. He moved to Clearlake and began practicing Acupunture and continued to practice in both Auburn and Kelseyville until his retirement in 2006. Dennis served in the U.S. Navy, was a member of both Bethlehem Lutheran Church and Kelseyville Presbyterian Church. He was a member of Christian Chiropractors and traveled four times to Ecuador on mission trips.
Dennis is survived by his wife Carolyn Wing Greenlee, ex-wife Lois Thompson, sons Dr. James (Linda), Mark (Debbi), David (Christina) Greenlee, daughter Kimberly (Dr. Bruce) Ulrich, stepsons John (Gem), Thomas Ramireiz (Myong), 15 grandchildren and spouses and seven great-grandchildren. He is also survived by his lifelong friend Dr. James Brown.
Viewing will be held on Monday, November 1, 2010 from 4 to 8 p.m. and Tuesday, November 2, 2010 from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. at Chapel of the Hills, 1331 Lincoln Way, Auburn. A Memorial Service will take place on Tuesday, November 2, 2010 at 12 p.m. at Bethlehem Lutheran Church, 1279 High Street, Auburn. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Christian Chiropractors or Hospice.
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Memories and Condolences
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Toni Behl
November 11, 2010
To me Dennis' life was a testimony to God. My own life is a testimony to Dennis's steadfast faith and gift for healing the wounded. He was a precious gift to me – orchestrated by God's own hand.
May his liftime bring sweet memories, like chocolate, to comfort you.
November 7, 2010
Dr. Greenlee is remembered fondly by all of the Hubbard family. We are so sorry for you loss.
Richard, Evelyn, Irene and Susan
Beth Metrock
November 3, 2010
Kim - My thoughts are with you and your family during this difficult time.
November 3, 2010
I am sorry to hear about your loss. You are in my thoughts. Beate Martinez
November 3, 2010
Just read about your loss...we are very sorry. Please accept our condolences.
The Babich Family
Michael, Lisa, Joshua and Erin
Joe & Betty Helf
October 31, 2010
"I have always known that at last I would take this road, but yesterday I did not know that it would be today." (Ariwarano Narihira, 823-880 AD) Our heartfelt condolences to Carolyn and all of Dennis' family.
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