Dennis R. DeVries

Dennis R. DeVries, age 82, longtime resident of Riverton, NJ passed peacefully on December 13, 2025.

Dennis was born in 1943 to late Helen (nee' Kuiper) and Raymond F. DeVries in Kankakee, IL. His parents' families were farmers, and Dennis spent his summers working on the family farms. He attended Southern Illinois University. He also would spend time working for the Railroad before starting a career in manufacturing. He served in the Marine Reserves, where was a helicopter mechanic.

He came to New Jersey in early 1970's and for a number of years was a manager for U.S. Steel in Pennsauken, NJ. Dennis earned his bachelor's degree from Rutgers University and would continue as manager for various manufacturers in the area before embarking on his second career in real estate.

Dennis became a successful Realtor in the South Jersey area, and eventually he would become a Broker and Co-Owner of RE/MAX Main Street Realty in Moorestown, NJ. Dennis thrived on helping his clients and friends to navigate the process of buying or selling their homes. He thoroughly enjoyed his time in real estate, eventually retiring in 2010.

He was a "master tinkerer", whether he was working away in his garage or on the family home in Riverton, he was happiest tinkering on projects. Dennis enjoyed sailing on his Mariner for many years, loved old cars and travelling to see the world. In his retirement he spent many happy hours volunteering at Cherry Grove Farm in Lawrenceville, NJ. He loved being outdoors, and after retiring, he joined a hiking club and walked 1,000 miles in one year. Most of all, Dennis loved his wife, Jan, and their family, especially the grandchildren and great-grandchildren, and their close-knit group of longtime friends. He is remembered by all for his spirit of adventure and fun, his great laugh, and his generous heart.

Dennis is survived by his beloved wife of 42-years, Janet B. DeVries, and children, Scott W. Buchan and wife Jennifer, Morgan B. Leone and husband Andrew, Jennifer L. DeVries and wife Mindy DeVries, and Dennis W. DeVries. Also surviving are his dear grandchildren, Caitlin Sembukutigge and husband Varuna, Jordan Morrison and husband Dan, Zachary Leone and wife Gianna, and Nathan Leone, as well as his great-granddaughters, Ruthini and Elowyn Sembukutigge and Maeve Morrison, with another great-grandchild on the way.

A gathering to celebrate Dennis' life will be held in the Spring. Condolences and remembrances may be shared with his family on his obituary page at www.weberfuneralhomeinc.com and, if desired, contributions in his memory to The Parkinson's Foundation at www.parkinson.org would be appreciated to continue to support their work improving care and advancing research towards a cure.

Arrangements and family care by the Weber Funeral Home, Riverton, NJ (856-829-2700)