Dennis Gerlitz

Dennis was a mentor, colleague and dear friend. His intellect was often matched by his audacious sense of humor. He cared about his family, friends and co-workers deeply. And his leadership was always by example, never asking more of us than he was willing to give himself. I will treasure the many miles we traveled together when I worked with him at Great American and continue to apply many of the professional and life lessons he shared with me in the 20+ years I knew him.

Den,I know you are in very peaceful waters. The two of us go way back to the old days (life Insurance sales in Lake City). When I was told that I had Cancer in 1995..You were one of the first To call me and what you said to me may of save my life. Errol Smith

My sincere condolences to your family. I am the niece of Rose Falseni. My dear aunt worked with Dennis for many years. I remember so many conversations with her about Denny and the respect she had for him. I know if she was with us today, she would be there for you Connie, expressing her amazing love to you during this difficult time. Instead, she is in the arms of her precious Father in heaven and I am quite sure waiting to welcome her long time friend.

The Marines and Corpsmen of the Pierce County Detachment #504 Marine Corps League, Share in Your Loss. Rest in Peace Marine, Semper Fi!

Dennis had such a terrific sense of humor - oh, the stories he could tell! His breadth of knowledge seemed limitless, his compassion for the underdog was unyielding, and his love of life never ending. A true 'renaissance' man. I am so thankful to have known him. My deepest condolences to Connie an family.

Connie, both Susan and I share your loss. Initially meeting and working with both of you in the insurance profession, becoming friends and neighbors in Medina, benefitting from your support when we lost Tyler, and often leaving on 520 at the same time as that little white Porsche for the daily commute.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Steve and Susan White
Bellingham

My dear Connie, What a wonderful tribute to Dennis. I can attest to his giving and compassionate nature through all the help he gave me in starting the Bellevue Girls Lacrosse Club.
He will be greatly missed by us all and I know what a loss it is for you - he was your biggest supporter in so many ways.
With love and peace to you and your family in this time of loss.

Dennis was one of the great influences in both my professional and personal life. His passion for excellence in his work was always present. And his friendship throughout the years has been one of my greatest gifts. You'll be missed my dear friend, but your legacy lives on in those of us you touched so profoundly. I will always treasure the time we spent together, your great sense of humour and hearty laughter, and most of all . . . just you.

I still have the baseball game Phoenix Diamond Backs vs Seattle Mariners. Can't remember who won, because we were laughing so much. Enjoyed Dennis and Connie. We had so much fun.
Love you, Connie & Dennis