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Dennis Mohan Obituary
August 16, 1952 to
April 25, 2015
Denny was born in Groton, CT, on August 16, 1952, to Vincent W. and Agnes C. (Graaff) Mohan. He died on Saturday, April 25, 2015, at his home in Castle Rock, WA. He was preceded in death by his mother and father. Survivors include his wife, DeeDe Mohan; daughter, Traci Sheen; son, Kevin Mason; three grandchildren, Joshua, Jordan and Ashley; two great grandchildren, Brayden and Dennis; three brothers, Richard, Kevin and Roberto; and his sister, Bonnie.
He graduated from Ellensburg High School in 1971. While in high school his passion was music. Following high school he was a talented musician and played numerous instruments and sang with many Rock "N" Roll groups throughout the Northwest and Canada. He then became an airplane mechanic and obtained his private pilot license. In 1975 he received his First Degree in Dan Black Belt Taekwondo.
After a short period in parts store management, he changed his career goal spending many years with Cowlitz County Sheriff's Reserve, retiring at the rank of Reserve Chief. His skills from law enforcement carried over to Timberland and Special Forest Products. At his time of death, he was employed with Weyerhaeuser Columbia Timberlands Inc. in the position of Timberland Security Investigator Supervisor.
Denny enjoyed hunting, jeeping, boating and playing in the sun and countless hours spent with family, grandchildren and friends.
His warm, humble personality was an asset that made him an outstanding mentor and a lifetime friend. He was loved by all who knew him.
Viewing will be held at Steward & Williams Tribute Center from 3-5 p.m. on Tuesday, May 5th and from 9-11 a.m. Wednesday, May 6th. A Rosary will be held at 7:00 p.m. Tuesday, May 5th at St. Andrew's Catholic Church in Ellensburg, WA. Viewing will be held from 12-1 p.m. on Wednesday, May 6th at St. Andrew's Catholic Church with the funeral service to follow at 1 p.m. Burial will be in High Valley Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, contributions may be sent to Community Hospice, 1035-11th Avenue, Longview, WA 98632. Condolences for the family can be left online at www.steward-williams.com.
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Stan Cole
May 13, 2015
My brother Steve first introduced me to Denny and put us together with our interest in music. Denny was a great part of high school as we played music together in a band and because of that I have many fond memories I will cherish for ever. Thanks for your friendship, and many laughs I will miss you. My sincere condolences to the family.
Steve Cole
May 12, 2015
I graduated with Denny at EHS and he was one of my buddies. I have many fond memories of those days, and remember Denny as a charmer, a friend, a talented musician. He and my twin brother Stan played in a garage band in high school, too.
Samuel Webster
May 6, 2015
My brother Brad and I had lots of fun playing with Dennis when we were kids. Dennis was a great person and we will miss him.
Brad Dahle
May 6, 2015
Dear Aunt Darlene,
We are so sorry for your loss. We loved Uncle Denny and will miss the visits when you came to Utah. He always made us happy just sitting with him. Hope to see you soon.
All our love,
Brad & KaLynne, Dana & Kurt, Tiffany & Josh and girls Natalie, Evelyn & Kate and Alexa.
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May 5, 2015
Kevin and Terri, We are so sorry to hear of Denny's passing. He was a good friend and we have always enjoyed the stories of the "old days" when Kevin and Denny got started telling them. Our deepest sympathy and God Bless you all. Curt & Joyce, Ellensburg
Marshall Smith
May 5, 2015
Dennis was a quiet and confident member of our 1971 Ellensburg High School class. If my memory is correct he played the drums. My thoughts towards his family and friends.
Nancy Schnebly
May 5, 2015
To the Mohan Family-We are so sorry for your loss-Denny was one of those quiet, nice guys with a soft sense of humor. He will be missed! Craig/Nancy Schnebly (Class of '71).
Patti (Nevins) Whitman
May 4, 2015
My thoughts and prayers go out to you all in your loss of Denny. I was also in his class, and as Sandy Elkington said - he was one of the good guys, a friend to all. I know he will be missed by everyone who knew him.
Keep all your memories close to your heart.
Cassie & Patti Johnson
May 3, 2015
Kevin and Teri - so sorry for your loss - your family is in my thoughts and prayers.
Sandy Elkington Sundquist
May 3, 2015
To family and friends of Denny, so sorry for your loss. I graduated from Ellensburg with Denny and he was truly one of the "good guys" from a very special family.
Dick & Mary Martinsen
May 3, 2015
So sorry to hear of Denny's passing..way too young for such a lover of life. Dick and I enjoyed his sense of humor and work ethics. Rest in peace you crazy man.
Bill Powers
May 3, 2015
Sorry for loss, Denny was a good friend. He will be missed not for gotten.
Jan Smith Hogan
May 2, 2015
So sorry for your loss. I knew Denny in school. what a nice guy.
Anna Marie McMuldren
May 1, 2015
Heartfelt Sympathy to the Mohan Family.
The McMuldren's
North Braddock Pa
Anna Marie McMuldren
May 1, 2015
Deepest Sympathy from your cousins in North Braddock Pa.
The McMuldren's
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