Dennis Henry Padilla

I will always love my Uncle Dennis. Until we meet again.

Dear Padilla Family. I am sorry for your loss of Dennis. I remember Dennis from our friendship in the 1950s in East Bakersfield. I remember him even more vividly from our friendship during our high school years at Garces. This morning as I sat in medication, Dennis Padilla continually flashed in my mind. For so many years I had wondered what had happened to my friend from so many years ago. So I searched for his name on-line and found him., only to be filled with sadness at his passing....

Padilla Family, it is only with having great love that one can feel great loss. I feel them both for this man I was blessed to call Papa.

Papa, you leave this world having left an indelible mark on my soul. I am so thankful, that on what would turn out to be your last trip to Fallon, I got to spend time with you. Thank you for knowing that my sweet Mama had passed away and for asking about her. Thank you for making a family dinner in a hotel room one of love and laughter just as...

ssac I’m so sorry for your loss I remember so well you being there for me when I lost my Grama wish icould be there to give you a big hug my friend hang in thrre

I met Mr. D on a baseball field at Del Rey Jr. High school in 1969. I had just finished swim team practice at VVHS, came up to see my brother and dad who were at baseball practice. My dad and Mr. D coached the Spirit Shop little league baseball team. I remember watching practice and I made a comment about my brother David missing a fly ball. In a soft but deep voice, Mr. D told me... you think you can do better, put a glove on and go out to the outfield. I said I dont have one, he gave me...

Dennis was a true gift from God, he was one of the most kind and gentle men I have ever in my life had the pleasure to be around and work with!

Our Uncle Dennis was like of father to my three sisters and I. There are no words that could express our love for him and his/our family. We were lucky enough to spend time with him before he was called home and are grateful for the opportunity. We will all miss him dearly. Thank you Uncle Dennis for making us feel loved and included in your brood.

I am forever grateful to God for making the greatest man on earth ours.

Susan Padilla-Conway...although I never knew or met your Father, he seems to have been an amazing person whom many admired and loved. My condolences to you & your family...he will be greatly missed. May God's strength carry you through this difficult time and always look up.