Dennis Hatmaker

Fondly known to my family as Mr. Hatmaker he was kind, wonderful, stern, and had a big heart. My 3 boys went to 74th Street Gifted Magnet so he was a part of our life for 9 years secretly watching over the Doby boys . He was truly a gentle giant and my heart goes out to his husband and entire family. He now watches over us from above.

It's been more than a year, and I still think of Dennis fondly. I met him in the 5th grade, when our teacher Mr. Dorn introduced Ralph to the class (we called him Ralph back then), and Ralph was taller than Mr. Dorn. He was always nice and I remember some great times in Elementary, Junior High School and Senior high school. He really knew how to love people. He set a good example for me and others who knew him. I know Jeff, Remi, and Josh must miss him so much. Love and peace to you all. ((Hugs))

I knew Dennis in the late 70´s early 80´s.
He lived in Venice and me in Studio City.
A mountain of a man with one of the biggest hearts I´d ever seen.
I thought of him often over the years and hoped he had found someone worthy of his love .
Obviously he did and that was such a blessing.
I was doing a Google search last month just out of curiosity and discovered the sad news of his passing less than a month before.
My condolences to his family and close friends.
Indeed a great loss.
Blessings to all of you.
That´s one awesome Angel watching over you.

Dennis was such a great man. He taught me so much. I will remember him always.
Sending Love

Rest well my friend.