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Dennis Orellana Obituary

Dennis Steven Orellana

Mar 28, 1953 - Feb 16, 2015

Dennis is not an easy man to summarize. When he loved something, he loved it with everything he had. From The Beatles to cats to books to motorcycles, challenging comfort zones and to living life, none of it was a passing interest. But even that only scratches the surface.
He died doing what he loved, riding his Harley on his favorite road on a beautiful day.
He leaves behind his wife Judy, son Alex, daughter Marisa, and four happy housepets.
A memorial/birthday party for friends and family will be held at his home on March 28th. Contact [email protected] if you would like to attend.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by San Francisco Chronicle from Mar. 9 to Mar. 15, 2015.

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Dave & Mary Visger

March 23, 2015

So sorry for your sudden loss. We will all feel it for a very long time. He was a good friend and a once in a lifetime personality. Love to you all.

March 22, 2015

March 22, 2015
Dear Judy, Alex and Marissa,
Cherish your good memories, may they comfort all of you. Praying for all of you.
Love,
Cousin Laurine

Kim and Skip

March 22, 2015

This was a very nice written obituary that sums up Dennis very well. We'll see you Saturday.

March 17, 2015

Dear Judy,Alex and Marissa,
I am saddened today by the news of Dennis. I have many fond and fun memories of Dennis. I would love to attend the birthday and life celebration for him. I will be in contact for details.

Thinking of you,
Cynthia O'Brien co.(from Kaiser)

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