Dennis Kaanta

Dennis Kaanta

Dennis Kaanta Obituary

Published by Libbey Funeral Home on Oct. 22, 2018.
Dennis was born on June 9, 1949 and passed away on Thursday, October 18, 2018. Dennis was a resident of Grand Rapids, Minnesota at the time of passing. Dennis graduated from Esko High School and attended the University of Minnesota Duluth. He joined the U.S. Army in 1969 until 1977, receiving the National Defense Service Medal, Vietnam Service Medal, Army Commendation Medal, Armed Forces Expeditionary Medal, 1 oversea bar, Good Conduct Medal, Vietnam Cross of Gallantry w/palm, Marksman Badge, and Expert Badge. Memorial Service: Friday 11:00 a.m., October 26, 2018 with a gathering of friends one hour prior to the service all at Andrews-Libbey Funeral Home & Cremation Services with military honors accorded by the Grand Rapids Area Veterans Color Guard. Inurnment in Minnesota State Veterans Cemetery-Duluth.

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