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Dennis Farnham Obituary
Dennis attended San Diego City College, the FBI Academy, and later retired from the Los Angeles Police Department. He served in the US Air Force during the Vietnam War. Dennis married Kathleen Hagan in Winterhaven, California on April 17, 1966. He was a member of the Optimist Club, the Santa Clarita Chamber of Commerce, Explorer Scouts (LAPD), the Masons, and the Shriner's. Dennis lived life to the fullest. There wasn't anything in life that he wouldn't try once.
Dennis is survived by his wife, Kathy, of Gallatin Gateway; daughters, Shawn (Steve) Box, and Sheri Farnham; and five grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents.
Visitation at Dokken-Nelson Sunset Chapel will be from 6 to 8 p.m. Friday, July 22. A Sunset Service will be held at 8 p.m. Saturday, July 23, at the Bozeman Pond Pavilion (west of the Mall). A service for Dennis will be held on Wednesday, July 27, 2011 at Eternal Valley Memorial Park & Mortuary at 6:00 p.m.
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Memories and Condolences
for Dennis Farnham
FRED SALGADO
July 16, 2025
Missing Denni, so much.
I've known Him from The LAPD EXPLORERS PROGRAM
December 10, 2012
Dennis was a great man. I was an LAPD Explorer when Greg and Dennis were in charged of the Explorer Progam back in the 70's. I remember Fernando, Robert and his brother Jeff, we all had the same dream of becoming Police Officers. May God Bless him and his family. Police Officer Jorge Len BPPD.
Lisa Yoshisato-White
July 16, 2012
Dennis; remembering you on the one-year anniversary of your passing, we are comforted by so many memories of you.
Ralph Waldo Emerson once quoted, ““It is not length of life, but depth of life” and you definitely lived your life to the fullest.
May you have found comfort in the hands of angels.
Lisa Yoshisato-White
June 23, 2012
To Kathy, Shawn, and Sheri.. I know that it has been a LONG time, but, I wanted to let you know that you are all in my thoughts and prayers. Dennis and all of you are such wonderful people that always shared the Aloha spirit with us. My name is Jonathan Kim, I was an Explorer here in Hawaii and my Father is Sung Cho Kim. I would like to extend my, and my father's, deepest condolences. I have often wondered about all of you and I wish I had tried to look you up sooner. Dennis was a great man and his spirit will be a part of me for the rest of my life.
Love and Aloha,
Jon & Sung Cho Kim
FERNANDO SALGADO
May 20, 2012
My name is Fernando Salgado a former L.A.P.D. Explorer Scout @ Hollywood Division and also an employee for his security company. I just was to give my final respect to Dennis. Dennis and Kathy gave me and the other former Explorer members a chance in life to which some of us became successful in other jobs and law enforcement. I will always remember Dennis Farnham and family.
Lisa Yoshisato-White
March 20, 2012
To the Farnham family,
I was deeply saddened to hear about the passing of Dennis and I know it must have been a difficult time for everyone.
Dennis was a wonderful man and I am sure that he is watching over all of you from heaven.
May God bless you and your family and you are in my thoughts and prayers.
Megan and Grandpa
Shawn Box
August 13, 2011
Tina Eggers
August 4, 2011
So sorry to hear of his passing. He was like a second father to me when I was younger. My condolences to Shawn and the whole Farnham family.
Jennifer Johnson
August 2, 2011
My condolences to you Shawn and your family. We love you!
Jennifer and kids
Bonnie Raitt
August 2, 2011
I'm so sorry we couldn't make it to the service :(. Hugs to everybody. Remembering superbowl at your house and your dad running the pool :). I think I won that day! Miss u guys
Easter 1992 in Palm Springs, California
Shawn Box
August 1, 2011
Kayla & Grandpa (1992)
Shawn Box
August 1, 2011
6th Grade Graduation (1979) Valley View Elementary School
Shawn Box
August 1, 2011
River Rafting the American River (Dennis, Steven, Shawn, and Newton Explore Advisors)
Shawn Box
August 1, 2011
My parents
August 1, 2011
Shawn's Wedding (1992)
August 1, 2011
Dennis' Daughter (Shawn), SIL (Steven) and Granddaughters' (Kayla & Megan)
Shawn (Farnham) Box
July 30, 2011
Shawn (Farnham) Box
July 30, 2011
I "LOVED" you, dad! No one can ever take that away from us. Your granddaughters (Kayla & Megan), Steven and I know that you had a special place for us in your heart. We will meet again......I LOVE YOU!
Greg DeRousseau (Retired LAPD)
July 30, 2011
Dennis was my partner for a number of years while working Hollywood Community Relations. I enjoyed our time together as two cops working in Los Angeles. I know Dennis loved his work and family. My prayers are with Kathy and her daughters.
July 29, 2011
I knew Dennis and worked with him during our LAPD careers.. He was one of the good guys out there. Sorry to hear the news of his passing.
Joe Brazas, Retired Sgt., LAPD
July 28, 2011
I never really new Farham as well as my counters parts. But, I know they trully loved him and what he created at LAPD Newton Police explorer division. He trully left a huge impression on peeps who really looked up to him.
July 28, 2011
I never saw Dennis without a smile and he always had something to say that would make you smile. He is a "special" person and he will be in my prayers, along with all his family.
Rick Morton (retired LAPD)
Ellen (Schutte) Murphy
July 28, 2011
My condolences to your family.
Andy Ruiz
July 26, 2011
Dennis's joyful personality always had a way of putting a smile on your face. He was never to busy for a warm and friendly, "Hello." Dennis will be missed, and his spirit will live on in all the lives he's touched.
My Deepest Sympathy to Kathy, Sheri, and Family.
Eileen McInerney
July 26, 2011
I will never forget our trip to China and how he negoiated the purchase of full- sized Terra Cotta Soldiers to be delivered to our homes. Thank goodness we got out of the hotel the next morning, very early! There was never a dull moment when Dennis was around!
Jim and Ethel Schutte
July 25, 2011
Our deepest sympathies to your family.
July 25, 2011
Kathy and family,
Know that our thoughts and prayers are with you at this challenging time. Dennis's community spirit was admirable--he will be missed. We'll see you on our next trip to Bozeman. Love, Shirlee and Bob Hagan and family
Dave Harned
July 25, 2011
My LAPD academy class was one month before Dennis's class. We went to Hwd Div in 1969. We had a great time, and Dennis was a cheerful, happy officer. He was a joy to work around. He will be missed by all who knew him.
larry winston
July 25, 2011
dennis, I met you when I was 18 and a student worker in hwd in 1973. your attitude in life and in the police world has influenced me for 38 years now and i will never forget you.
rip my friend and thank you.
larry winston.
George Thomas
July 24, 2011
As a fellow LAPD Hollywood Division Officer, I was fortunate to know Dennis both personally and professionally. Dennis was among the "Best of the Best". He was active with the Hollywood Chamber of Commerce and played an integral part in the planning and execution of the "Hollywood Walk of Fame" ceremonies, hundreds of Hollywood movie premiers, concerts at the Hollywood Bowl and the Hollywood Christmas Parade. Dennis made a positive impact on the many lives that he touched and will be deeply missed by many of his family and friends. God Bless Dennis and his wonderful family...
July 23, 2011
To Kathy and the family: We were deeply saddened upon hearing of Dennis' passing. When you opened Farnham Security in Canyon Country, Ca. we were proud to have your business join ours in the shopping center. Dennis made us women feel safe and he was always there if we needed something. He was a good man and we know he will be missed. May he rest in peace. Janie & Gene Kopecky, Paperback EMporium.
Great Cruise - October 2009 - Another wonderful vacation!
Arnie Moyens
July 23, 2011
Our first "trip" together, always had great fun...
Arnie Moyens
July 23, 2011
July 23, 2011
Dennis will be greatly missed by all that knew and loved him. We always enjoyed his and Kathys visits to Maine. Our family will always have fond memories of our times together. We send our love and prayers to the whole family. Love, Natalie, Arthur and family
My friend
Tbear & Ralph
July 23, 2011
If Dennis ever had a bad day, you'd never know it. He was always upbeat and looking for the best in every person and every situation. He was also funny, thoughtful, generous, and kind. He will be greatly missed.
With love to Kathy, Sheri, Sean, Jessica, and Autumn
Robert your former explorer
July 23, 2011
God Bless You Dennis. You will not be forgotten. Your a Hell of a man. I still remember the talk you gave me before I got hired on. I remember it and live by it daily. Thanks for everything.
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