Dennis McCarron

It´s so hard to start when there´s so many things that I want to say. I met the McCarron`s when I moved into their duplex with my husband Dennis and our son Casey. It was shortly before the shrimp festival so those who know the McCarron`s know how they party during the shrimp festival. These were the days when they brought the after party home. I knew I had found the right place. They took me in and made me feel instantly welcome. From the fish fry´s in the backyard that we had, Dennis on the oyster cracker., Hearing the island mowing truck back up next to our unit every morning because as hard as they partied, they worked equally hard. I also met Melinda. Who became my best friend instantly. And shared her family with me. From Keys trips to camping trips to all sorts of boating, and beach houses, Dennis and his family welcomed us in like we were their own. They shared so many beautiful things with me, and it was always a guaranteed good time. Lots of laughs lots of drinks and you know the water or the beach were involved, SO much fun!
Thank you so much for sharing your family with me Dennis. I could go on forever so many good times. But I´m off to celebrate you with your people. And have " the first one of the day." I know for sure more than a few of my people are gonna be with you today as well. It was nice knowing you, big guy, until we meet again. Please give my girl a big hug for me.

I´m so grateful that was was able to see you in October Uncle Denny...so many memories in such a short time... you were a very special uncle...

I'm so thankful for the memories and time spent with you uncle Denny I know you're with Melinda watching us all comprehend life without you here. You are still here in our hearts. Until we meet again, I will miss your big big smiles, laugh and Jokes. I love you Uncle Denny.

Goodbye for now, Dennis.
You were truly one of a kind-always smiling, always ready with a surprise, and always bringing light into any room you entered. You had a warmth that made people feel instantly welcome, and a spirit that was impossible to forget. You were our own personal Santa. What an amazing man you were. You will be deeply missed, but never ever forgotten.

Heavenly Father,
Thank You for the gift of Dennis and the joy he brought to our lives. We find comfort in knowing that every scar has been healed and every tear wiped away in Your presence. Hold him close, Lord, until we meet again. Amen.

Denny, well, you certainly left a huge impact on everyone in your 79 years! We will miss you terribly, and will always toast you with the "first one today"!

Loved our life! Think you!

Miss you

Papa, thank you for all the amazing memories you gave to me and the whole family. You along with grandma created nothing short of a chaotic, happy, loving, tight-knit, huge and joyous family just by finding love within each other. I´m so blessed to have know you as my papa and someone I look up to. Thank you for making all the kids dreams and wishes come true as Santa Claus. Thank you for all the amazing trips we shared in the RV, from Wisconsin to Minnesota, to North Carolina to Seattle and all the way to Alaska! Thank you for all your support, care, and encouragement throughout my years of growing up. You were so strong and courageous and never failed to make everyone around you laugh. We will keep your famous phrase "first one today!" in the family for generations to come. I hope you´re at peace with my mom now and I pray you guys are filled with love and serenity. Please give her many many hugs and kisses for me. I look forward to the day I rejoice with both of you, but know I will keep your legacies alive while I´m still here on earth. I love you and will miss you forever. Until we meet again -Shelbi

I cannot express how sorry I am for your loss and our loss as this hits the whole Island. Dennis was a true legend with an amazing heart and sense of humor! You still owe me that golf cart ride !