Dennis Joe Abeyta
1938 - 2016
Dennis Joe Abeyta
1938 - 2016
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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.
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July 30, 2016
I am sorry for your loss. May prayer comfort you.
1 Thessalonians 5:17 "Pray constantly."
Erica Baca (De La Torre)
July 18, 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
Phyllis Opgrand
July 17, 2016
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)
Jim Winsor
July 17, 2016
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.
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Keith Solomon
July 16, 2016
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.
Kathy Francis
July 15, 2016
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.
Maggie Jimenez Gonzalez
July 15, 2016
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❤
Michael Mengual
July 15, 2016
Our thoughts and prayers are with the family. Blessing and Gods grace for you. Love the Mengual family
thomas meisenheimer
July 15, 2016
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!!
Patricia Vajda
July 15, 2016
Dennis Abeyta was the oldest of 5 children. He was born in Santa Fe, New Mexico. The family moved to California in 1952. We packed up a Stationwagon and towed a trailer to Los Angeles. Initially, we stayed with Walter's Mother, Carmen. Later, we purchased a home on Long Street. it was a small, two bedroom home, Dennis slept on a cot in the Service Porch area,my two sisters and I shared one bedroom and we all slept in one bed. Mom and Dad were in the the other bedroom and my youngest brother, Michael was in his crib in their room. I remember growing up in the house on Long Street. After a few years we moved to 63rd Street. It was about a block away, but it had three bedrooms, and we converted a patio into a rumpus room. We watched TV in there and it had a couch that opened into a bed. I remember having slumber parties in there. Some years later we installed a swimming pool in the back yard. We thought we were living the Good Life. While Dennis was in High School, he ran Track. He was fast, he used to run around the track at school. He entered many competitions, and did well at the sport. When Dennis was 17 years old, he signed up for the Navy. He traveled and saw the world. He loved Japan. I remember when he came home, he had presents for everyone. He was so handsome in his Sailor Uniform. That is one of my fondest memories of Dennis.
July 14, 2016
I thank God for giving you to me. You were a very loving and giving dad. This is not good bye but so long until we meet again. Love you dad. Love, Shiela
July 9, 2016
Forever Joy, Forever Peace, and Forever life in God's New World. So, have real confidence in God's promises. John 17:3 and 11:33-35,43-44
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