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Dennis Currie Obituary
Dennis always dreamed of being a pilot. After short but memorable stints as a waiter on the S.S. Prince George and a dock-boy in Tahsis, he began his flying career in 1972 in Tofino. He was an expert pilot, flying floats on the BC coast, Hercules in Africa and the Arctic, and various jetliners (A320, 737, 767, DC-9, DC-10, 747, 777) around the world.
Dennis lived life to the fullest, always seeking out new adventures by float, tin boat, the Red Boat, dirt bike, or airplane. Telling stories from memory, so vivid and with such gusto that you couldn't help but hang on every word - even the third time 'round. Dennis celebrated every moment, reminding us how lucky we were with each new adventure. Whether it was gyoza in Honolulu, handmade noodles in Shanghai, or an Irish pub in Sydney, he was a local in every town.
People were always drawn to Dennis. He was funny, handsome and smart, but it was his joy for life that drew you in. He always laughed the loudest and welcomed everyone to the party. He filled our lives with music. He rigged stereo systems in every garage, barn, car, or boat, his favourite songs playing on repeat as he sang along.
His love of fun was only matched by his love of family. He was a father figure to many and a friend to all. Together with his wife Joanne, they created a welcoming and nurturing home where everyone felt included and loved.
Dennis encouraged everyone to live life to the fullest, and take chances, because you only live once. His enthusiasm for life will live on in each of us who were lucky enough to know him.
In lieu of flowers, please send donations to the charities run by his daughters: Central Westcoast Forest Society .clayoquot.org> and the International Institute for Child Rights and Development .iicrd.org>.
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Memories and Condolences
for Dennis Currie
3 Entries
Patti Walhovd
October 16, 2020
My sincere condolences to Dennis’s family, the world has lost a wonderful human being.
I started working with Dennis in 1974 when I joined PWA as a flight attendant. Dennis always treated everyone he worked with tremendous respect. He always had a smile and an upbeat sense of humour even on the longest and toughest days he made work fun.
It saddens me greatly to hear of his passing.
Steve Cosmic
October 2, 2020
I am so sorry to hear of his passing. He and I flew my tiny plane to the Bahamas, and then later to Baja California in Mexico. And I can say this for sure... we laughed a lot! A year or two later we worked together at the same small charter company in Tofino. One time his quick thinking and quick action likely saved my life.
Then in later years I would bump into him sometimes at small remote settlements, and we would chat on the dock for a bit. And many times I recognized his voice on the radio and we would say hello. I enjoyed reading his book. He was a great guy.
Christian Dufresne
September 11, 2020
I can't remember a part of my life where Dennis wasn't a figure. My sister and Vanessa were best friends from 1978 on. Dennis was an amazing man and a great father. I will fondly remember float plane fishing trips with him and Dan and my dad, Sandcastle building contests in Point Roberts and crazy parties at the Lander home. He will be sorely missed and fondly remembered. Fly high homie.
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