DENNIS WIDDIFIELD
The family of Dennis Richard Widdifield sadly announces his passing on August 17, 2025. He passed away peacefully at home at 71 years of age.
Dennis was born on April 28, 1954, in Port Arthur, Ontario. He was a mechanical engineer with a specialization in forestry, mining and biomass processing. While he greatly enjoyed his extensive travels for work, his love was spending time on the farm with his family and pets.
Dennis will be sadly missed by his wife Kathryn; his daughters Elizabeth Widdifield (Justin Britton) and Anne (Ryan) Benninghaus. Dennis was predeceased by his parents Lorne and Lillian.
The family would like to extend special thanks to the first responders and to the staff of Harbourview Funeral Centre for their dedicated care during this difficult time.
In keeping with the family's wishes, no visitation or formal funeral service is planned. Cremation has taken place with interment at Sunset Memorial Gardens.
Donations may be made in his memory to the Northwestern Ontario Military and Police Museum or the Thunder Bay and District Humane Society.
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www.harbourviewfuneral.caPublished by The Thunder Bay Chronicle Journal on Aug. 23, 2025.