Name: Service for Dr. Michael Dennis Saleebey
Start: 2014-08-02T21:00:00.000Z
Location: Warren-McElwain Mortuary & Cremation Services - Lawrence Chapel

Saleebey, Dr. Michael Dennis 07/16/2014 LAWRENCE, KS -- "It is with heavy hearts at his untimely passing and enduring gratitude for his remarkable life that we mourn the loss of our beloved father, husband, brother, son, cousin, friend and colleague Dr. Michael Dennis Saleebey. A California native with an ever present passion for the beach, Dennis' academic pursuits took him first to the University of Maine, then to the University of Texas at Arlington and finally to the University of Kansas, where he held the position of Professor Emeritus until his death on July 16, 2014. One of the founders of the Strengths Perspective, a model of practice that transformed the practice of social work, Dennis' commitment to resilience, capacity and his unwavering belief in our better selves is forever imprinted upon our minds and in our hearts. For a complete copy of Dennis' obituary please go to www. warrenmcelwain.com."

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Published by San Diego Union-Tribune on Jul. 29, 2014.

Memories and Condolences
for Michael Saleebey

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17 Entries

James M Lee

January 11, 2023

Dennis was the best. Such a wonderful person that was forgiving, gentle and kind. What a privilege to have been a student in one of his classes.

James Daniel Callicutt

November 16, 2015

My condolences from the Callicutt family. I just saw this and was deeply saddened by it.

suzanne baines

January 26, 2015

I have just noticed the sad news about the inspiring Mr D Saleebey and wanted to pay my respect to his family, friends and colleagues.

I would like to give thanks to a gentleman and team of individuals who took the time to develop and document such a vital and life-changing approach (in not only Social Work practice but in life and careers in general).

I was privileged to discover this incredible approach and the writings of this inspiring gentleman when I attended university a few years ago. I believe that this approach creates workers and individuals who epitomise the true meaning of empowerment and hope. Those who enable voices to be heard and positive outcomes to be achieved.

I have shared my books with many people in the caring and teaching professions and I have advocated for this approach to be adopted and studied at a greater capacity than is currently being taught and learned in the UK.

This approach has made me a better professional and person. I am truly grateful to you Mr Saleebey. RIP xxx

October 8, 2014

Dr. Saleebey was my first exposure to social work at U. Maine. I was so shy and uncertain and he gave me such good & useful advice and we kept in touch abit thru my MSW and following jobs in the field. I feel such sadness at his passing--loved him and his support got me where I am. Margaret Talbot, Oakland CA

Bob Manire

August 4, 2014

Oh Denis! ... How you will be Missed! Madeleine & I got to see your Kids grow up with ours & WE ALL had the pleasure of knowing you. Never forget crawling through MUD & fixing the water pipes under your house at 3AM in the morning. YEP ... Your Laughing Now! ... Love from Kilimanjaro ... Bob

Mark Merrill

July 30, 2014

Good-bye, Mitch. We'll miss you. Thanks for leaving us a quartet of great kids.

Madeleine Manire

July 30, 2014

Dear Jennifer, John, David & Meghan,
I was so sad to read about your dad's passing in the Star Telegram this morning. Although we had not been in touch the last few years, we will always remember Dennis as a good friend whose advice and wisdom never failed to bring compassion and clarity to every situation. In remembrance of a life well lived... God bless you all.
Madeleine Manire &
Bob Manire

July 30, 2014

Our deepest condolences to the Saleebey family at this difficult time. We will keep you in our thoughts.
-Merri, Jeff and Jonah Crain

Amy & Thomas Walsh

Thomas Walsh

July 28, 2014

One of my ku favorite professors. I am grateful for the strengths perspective.

July 28, 2014

Dr. Saleebey will truly be missed.... It was a honor to be taught by Dr. Saleeby. Keeping his family in thought and prayers. Leslie LyDay, MSW class "1997"

July 28, 2014

Dennis was an incredible, wonderful man whose contribution to social work and the world is incalculable. I will treasure the difference you made in my education and in my life.

Vickie L. Riddle, ACSW

Ann Clendenin

July 28, 2014

Dennis was a truly good man. He was funny, compassionate, and brilliant. His lectures, though they excelled as stand-up routines, were richly layered with years of practice wisdom and academic research. I will be forever grateful for his goodness to me, and for his thorough influence on my academic life.

Rose Foster

July 27, 2014

I am so proud to be a graduate of the KU School of Social Welfare. Learning and living with strengths perspective allows me to witness transformation in the people I serve. Thank you, Profess Saleebey .

Sabrina Perez Glatt

July 27, 2014

An honor to have been taught by Dennis. Condolences to his family and friends and to those at his University family at the University of Kansas School of Social Welfare. Rock Chalk.

July 25, 2014

Thinking of you and your family. We are so blessed to have good parents.

Mary McGhee
Denver, Colorado

Carol Walters

July 25, 2014

Dennis, you brought wit and wisdom wherever you were. I'm privileged to have known you and to continue to love your family.

July 25, 2014

Beezie, you will be missed forever. Rest in peace and keep them laughing.
We love you,
Arlene and Dave

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