I can almost hear the choir singing and welcoming Denny into Heaven! Denny always reminded me of my late brother who also loved barbershop singing. Now they can harmonize together and sing praises to our Lord.
While we rejoice that our brother in Christ is now with the Lord and no longer suffering, our hearts are heavy and sad with the loss of such a wonderful man and friend. Our "Allelone" group in the 1980's became quite close -- praying, sharing our burdens and our praises, and enjoying great fellowship.
To Karen and the family, our deepest sympathies. Please know our prayers go up for strength and peace in your lives. Denny will be missed by so many.
Jann & Gary Williams
April 23, 2007
I am so sorry to hear of your loss . I didn't realy know Denny very well in school but I know he was very well liked and will be greatly missed by everyone .
Helen Stonehocker
April 17, 2007
Some years ago through Bible Study Fellowship, I got to know Denny and remember him as a kind, friendly man who loved the Lord Jesus Christ and all of God's people.
Singing hymns with Denny was always a pleasure. One day in glory, we'll sing together again!
Richard Rauch
April 17, 2007
I want to give my condolences from a stranger. My name is Leslie and I live in Sioux Falls, SD. It is refreshing to learn about Dennis and his family, particularly what I have heard from his son Jim, and now feel the spirit of him that he has brought to heaven. I have only lost one close member of my own family. I have learned it takes a strong faith to live the best life, but that we of course are all saved. It's unreal how a person I don't even know has taught me things, through words and actions from someone I admire his son Jim. It is obvious Dennis lived a wonderful life, and the proudest accomplishment must have been his faith and raising wonderful children. That is enough for me to know, as I have learned alot from this man who has spread his word through his son, Jim to me - in some strange way. It is not selfish to miss him now on earth I am also missing right now, but it is not what God wants, as you celebrate his life, as they are rejoicing in Heaven. Just wanted to write, and I thank you for the chance to at least meet a part of Dennis his son and the special warm Godly things that come with the joy of living a wonderful life. I hope you don't mind my words, I felt compelled to write this to Jim F. Jr. and his family, and know his and your sadness that will be healed. The world must know he was a remarkable man even I, had never met him. God Bless your family. I am blessed to be a friend of his son Jim.
Leslie
April 17, 2007
My prayers are with all family and friends, that the promises of Christ would comfort you.
A few things that I remember about Denny as I was growing up at New Covenant. I sang with him in the choir and in a couple of quartets, and he was always fun to be around. I also remember his faithfulness; helping elderly in the church who needed it, and offering comfort and help to my family first when my Aunt Linda, then my Uncle Randy passed away. Denny Ferry has left the greatest possible legacy - a legacy of faithfulness and service to Christ.
Eric Perry
April 17, 2007
Karen and family,
Very sorry to hear of your loss. Denny was a good friend to all. He enjoyed life and liked everyone.
I enjoyed getting to know you Karen at our last Class of "59" Reunion. I sat at your table and enjoyed Denny's since of humor.
Mary McConnell
April 16, 2007
Words cannot express our feelings on the loss of Denny. He was a life-long friend and will be greatly missed. Please accept our condolences on your loss. His spirit and kindness touched many lives. He was truly a gentlemen in every sense of the word.
Dee & Larry Burke
April 16, 2007
Dear Karen and Family,
My deepest sympathy to hear of your loss.
Denny and I were not only high school classmates, but were also contenders in several sports both in school as well as at the YMCA; he always won. I will never forget the time we triple-dated and he drove all six of us to a barn dance in his parents old Ford woodie station wagon. What a grand person he was; he kept many of our spirits up.
May God bless you and your family.
Bill Barquist
Boone High Class of '59
Bill Barquist
April 16, 2007
Dennise, We're both so sorry for your loss. Words are small comfort when all you want is one more hug or smile, but please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family now.
Love you, Dan & MaryAnn
Danford & MaryAnn Schmidt
April 16, 2007
I will always remember Denny's sense of humor and positive attitude. Just being around him would make you feel good. He will be missed.
Jim Moore
April 16, 2007
I worked with Denny years ago when I was in Cedar Rapids. Our condolences to the family on a life well lived, both in word and song! Denny will be missed ... the harmonizing voice will be missed..!
Rest In Peace Denny, you are comforted as is your family.
Bill Lambing
Greenwood, IN
2002 Collins Retiree
Bill Lambing
April 16, 2007
Karen and Family,
We were so saddened to hear of Denny's homegoing. I always enjoyed singing with him in choir - he had such a love of music. And of course the tenor section was God's gift to mankind his words, not mine. All the fun we had with Steve Klingbeil, Phil Hershner and the rest of the gang. He always had a smile on his face. I wish I had known sooner of the reunion choir service so I could have rearranged my patient schedule in time but I will be there in spirit. His homegoing is sadness for us but gladness for him. We will uphold you in prayer.
In Him,
Garth and Jane West
Garth and Jane West
April 16, 2007
Karen, we are grieving our loss in Denny's homegoing with you, but rejoicing in his new life with Jesus. We are so sorry to not be there with you; we are unavoidably delayed in leaving Tampa new coach fixups; probably won't be home for a week. We want so much to be there for his service. But our hearts and prayers are with you and all the family. We will miss his smiling face and warm, loving spirit. He showed the love of Jesus to all. So much love to you, Norma & Don
Don & Norma
April 15, 2007
My deepest sympathy to each and every member of Denny's family.
As an editor, I worked with Denny
for many years. He always had a
smile for everyone and I never heard an unkind word. One little
instance of Denny's humor: When
I would answer my phone, he would
say,"Is this the person I"m talking to"? I hope the family
will know he was truly appreciated.
Jan McBain
April 14, 2007
Denny will truely be missed. John and I were blessed to know him. Our prayers and condolences are with Denny's family, God bless you and comfort you in this time.
Bonnie Garbes
April 14, 2007
A fellow former Collins Technician sent me notice of this loss. I was not close to the family, and of course had not seen him since my own retirement in 1997, but certainly worked around Dennis and his brother in their early days at Collins. He is part of my Collins memories. My condolences to all who mourn his loss.
Bruce McGovern
April 14, 2007
God bless you Karen and let our precious Lord Jesus, carry you from here on out. He will be faithful to bear you through the trials of your loss. Denny is home now and we shall all be reunited soon.
Weir Nelson
April 14, 2007