James Dennis Jr.

1936 - 2018

James Dennis Jr. obituary, 1936-2018, Colorado Springs, CO

BORN

1936

DIED

2018

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Colorado Springs, Colorado

James Dennis Obituary

Dennis, Jr
JAMES "JD" DENNIS, JR
January 5, 1936 September 25, 2018
James 'JD' Dennis, Jr., 82, long time resident of Colorado Springs, passed away on September 25, 2018. James was born January 5, 1936 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania to James Dennis, Sr. and Gladys Oden.
James was retired from the United States Air Force. He received the Presidential Commendation for fifty years of service to his country. James earned an A.S. degree in Criminal Justice from Pikes Peak Community College in Colorado Springs. He was an avid bowler, and bowled on numerous leagues in Colorado Springs. He was a lifelong jazz buff but his favorite composition of music was, On The Trail, from Grand Canyon Suite.
James is survived by his loving life partner of 40 years, Geneva Perez of Colorado Springs; sister, Deanna Simpson of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania; son, Alex Dennis of Ft. Washington, Maryland; daughter, Kim Dennis of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania; and three grandchildren.
In honoring James's request, there will not be any services. Memorial contributions in his memory may be made to: The Wounded Warrior Project.
To leave the family an online condolence please visit: www.dignitymemorial.com

Published by The Gazette from Sep. 30 to Oct. 3, 2018.
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With heavy hearts we express our profound sadness for your loss Geneva. JD was an outstanding bowler, a tough opponent, and a great mentor. Overall he was a wonderful colleague and friend. We will surely miss him so much. Keep smiling and rolling them strikes up there JD.

Flo & Vangie Horario

October 3, 2018

JD will be missed by so many. He was a great bowling companion and good friend. Godspeed until we meet again.

Dennis Daniels

September 30, 2018

My sincere condolences to Jim's partner in life, Geneva Perez, and his family. He'll be dearly missed.

VJ Williams

September 30, 2018

So sorry to hear of the passing of JD. He was team member, fellow veteran, and most of all, a dear friend. Kathy and I will miss you JD. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Joe & Kathy Suhar

September 30, 2018

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