Obituary or Biography

The obituary program details normally include: birth information, parents, where they grew up, education, career, spouse and children, survived by (those still alive), preceded by (those who have passed before), and accomplishments.
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Celebrating the Life of Hank "HP" Paul Dennison

Hank "HP" Paul Dennison was born one sunny morning on January 5th, 1946 in Dallas, Texas to Henry and Ellen (Morris) Dennison of Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Hank was the oldest of three children. His brothers, Jacob and Joseph always looked up to him to show them the ropes. Hank wouldn't have it any other way. After graduating from high school, Hank attended Baylor University and earned a degree in engineering. His education quickly allowed him the opportunity to travel to many places and meet many people. One of those people happened to be the love of his life, Lorraine Smith, of Glen Cove, New York. In 1973, Hank married Lorriane in a small church ceremony. Soon after, the couple moved to Mesa, Arizona to settle down and start a family. They had sons Mark and James in 1975. Hank enjoyed working with charities, serving as a deacon in his local church, playing sports with his sons, and reading to his grandchildren. Hank is survived by his wife, Lorriane Anne Dennison, sons Mark (Tammy) and James (Gloria) Dennison, grandchilden Melissa, Annie, and Mark Jr., his brother Jacob Dennison, and many other family and friends. Hank is preceded in death by his mother and father, Henry and Ellen (Morris) Dennison, and brother Joseph Dennison. Hank will truly be missed by all who loved him.

Order of Service

The funeral director or church leadership may be able to help you put together an order of service that best fits your needs.
example

PROCESSIONAL

Music, "Song of Love"

INVOCATION

Rev. Morris Greendon

SCRIPTURE READING

Old Testament, New Testament

PRAYER

Mr. Troy Wilmstead, Son

MUSIC SELECTION

"Amazing Grace", Lima Wilmstead, Daughter

TRIBUTES

Two Minutes Please

OBITUARY

Read by Nina Wilmstead, Granddaughter

MUSIC SELECTION

"Tis so Sweet", Central East Choir

EULOGY

Pastor William Jainston

RECESSIONAL

Readings

A reading is meaningful text such as: a poem, scripture, story, song lyrics, etc.
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John 14:1-4 (NIV)

"Do not let your hearts be troubled. You believe in God[a]; believe also in me. 2 My Father's house has many rooms; if that were not so, would I have told you that I am going there to prepare a place for you? 3 And if I go and prepare a place for you, I will come back and take you to be with me that you also may be where I am. 4 You know the way to the place where I am going." source

Acknowledgments

Acknowledgments, usually on the back of the program, allow you to thank family and friends for their support. You can also include information about the repast (plans after the service), and information for foundation work.
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Thank You for Your Love & Support

Thank you for your prayers, comforting words, meals, gifts, and kind gestures during this time of change. We are grateful to be surrounding by such love. In honor of Gordan, please consider volunteering your time or resouces to his charity, Gordan's Great Garden. His passion of planting seeds, nuturing the earth, sharing the harvest, and starting the process over again is lasting and a place where you can truly find him. Repast Immediately Following the Ceremony
Masendy Home
Mesa, AZ Special Thanks to Mimdersen Memorial Home for their care in the arrangements.