Photo courtesy of San Fernando Mission Cemeteries and Mission Hills Catholic Mortuary
Sylmar, California
Mar 13, 1938 – Jul 7, 2016
Dennis Abeyta was born March 13, 1938 in Santa Fe, New Mexico. He had one brother Michael and three sisters Esther, Margie, and Patricia. He was raised there and came to LA in 1955. He graduated from Dorsey High School in Inglewood and went in the Navy after graduation. He was in the Navy four years specializing in photography. He met Agnes (Tottie) in 1960, they dated, and were married in 1961. They lived in Westchester and started their family with two sons Tony and Danny and Dennis adopted Shiela. Dennis worked as a lithographer for 20 years. He moved the family to the San Fernando Valley in 1966. He committed his life to raising his kids in a Christian home, was very involved in the church and put his children in Christian schools. Dennis was a talented artist, skilled craftsman, and avid fisherman. There was also a time he took up bowling and entered tournaments. Even though he was known for his wit, off-the-wall comments, and overall sense of humor, Dennis was a true example of God's love as he was a very loving and giving person to all he came in contact with. He was very generous with his gifts, talents, time, and money as well. But his favorite part of life was spending time with his family-wife, kids, grandkids and great-grandkids. He just loved it when everybody was together. His greatest wish in life was for everyone to come to know the Lord and Savior that he loved and cherished so much.
I am sorry for your loss. May prayer comfort you.
1 Thessalonians 5:17 "Pray constantly."
July 30, 2016
Aunt Tottie, and the rest of the family, I am lost for words. I have memories when I was little of Uncle Dennis, brings warmth to my heart. Today and always, may loving memories bring you strength, comfort & peace. You are in my prayers and my sincere sympathy is always with you all with love
Erica Baca (De La Torre)
July 18, 2016 | Gallup, NM
Tottie, I am so sorry for your loss. I have many happy memories of our time together at First Lutheran. No matter what was going on Dennis never lost his kind spirit and sense of humor. Frank and many more of his friends are keeping him company in Heaven and saving a place for us. Thank the Lord.
Phyllis Opgrand(Spokane, WA)
Phyllis Opgrand
July 17, 2016 | Spokane, WA
It hurts to say "see you later" to someone who has loved so well. He was a good friend to my parents and is remembered warmly by any who knew him well. It's hard to improve heaven, but it is improved by his laughter.
Jim Winsor
July 17, 2016 | Arvada, CO
My condolences to the entire family. I can remember him and my father working on his Ford Courier pickup together, and sleeping on the huge wooden bunk beds he gave us. I remember a very nice but firm father figure more than 40 years back. God's peace be with you all.
Keith Solomon
July 16, 2016 | Los Angeles, CA
I have fond memories of a very nice man who I called "Mr. Abeyta" when I attended First Lutheran Church all those years ago. I remember him being very dedicated as were his family members. My heart goes out to Tottie, Sheila and the whole family. May you feel the Lord's Comforting Presence.
Kathy Francis
July 15, 2016 | Tustin, CA
God has you in his arms feeling safe free of pain. He is now in your compony with your sweet sence of humor, great warm heart, and warm smile.
You will be greatly missed sweet (uncle) Denis.
Rest in paridise❤
Maggie Jimenez Gonzalez
July 15, 2016 | Norwalk, CA
Our thoughts and prayers are with the family. Blessing and Gods grace for you. Love the Mengual family
Michael Mengual
July 15, 2016 | Black Diamond, WA
Dennis my friend: It was my honor to know you. Thanks for being part of my life. Even in death I will always admire and respect your memory. I will miss the great talks we used to have, and I will see you again someday! Love you pal!!
thomas meisenheimer
July 15, 2016 | Sylmar, CA