Contributions to the tribute of Dennis A. Rey

Home
About Us
Funeral Planning
- FAQ
- Legal Advice
Pre-Planning
- Pre-Arrange Online
Grief Support
Resources

Dennis A. Rey

1952 - 2020

Recommend Dennis's obituary to your friends

Share / Subscribe to this tribute

Share Obituary:

Plant a tree in memory of Dennis

Share this Tribute:

Share Obituary:

Share Your Memory of

Dennis

Upload Your Memory View All Memories

Be the first to upload a memory!

Tribute Wall

Obituary
Tribute Wall
Service Information
Donations

Plant a tree in memory of Dennis

An environmentally friendly option

Plant a Tree

Taco Steve Ray posted a condolence

Monday, March 15, 2021

A brilliant man and a life cut short. What a tragic loss and I wish it had been different. For every word of wisdom uttered by Dennis, his brother Gene was there with a nasty and bigoted comment. When Dennis went high, his brother went low. Dennis was always a balancing force of good and I wish we had Dennis with us today instead of his brother Gene. RIP Dennis.

Please wait

Share Comment

Doug Langdon posted a condolence

Sunday, July 5, 2020

I met Dennis playing baseball. We wore out Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts. He could play any tune by ear. He was philosophical, bright and funny. We spent hours playing cards and listening to records. Slept over at each other's houses and shared many meals with each other's families. We went different ways later in high school and never reunited. I was fortunate to have called him friend in the few summers we happened to be in each other's orbits.

Please wait

Share Comment

Steve Hall posted a condolence

Wednesday, July 1, 2020

Sad, sad news. I met Dennis in 1956. We were both 4. My family moved to the house 3 doors down from his. We often said that we had best childhood possible in the best place and time possible. Dennis was my best friend for the next decade. I have so many great memories of those days. We would spend our summer days playing baseball at "the Monument" (maybe some of you will know the Monument), playing kickball in his backyard, buying baseball cards at Budd's Market, sleeping out, playing hide and seek with all the neighborhood kids, and building forts. As we got older we spent a couple summers playing stratomatic baseball. There were 7 or 8 of us. We drafted teams, set up a league with a schedule and traded players back and forth. Dennis loved the Cardinals even then. Lou Brock was his favorite. He taught me how to use a slide rule to figure out a batting average. That was Dennis. We played Little League baseball together. Dennis's father was the coach one year. We would play whiffle ball in his backyard but we couldn't play on game days because it would "wreck our timing". My father took us to a doubleheader Yankee game in Cleveland. It was the only major league game either of us saw in person in our youth. Mickey Mantle hit a home run. My mother took us to the Hall of Fame in Cooperstown. There was a serious side to Dennis and he was smart. We were 14 or 15 years old and he wanted to debate evolution. He was into Garner Ted Armstrong and Dennis signed me up for his Plain Truth Magazine. How could an eye evolve gradually he wanted to know. I can hear Dennis now "Think about it!". I don't need to tell anyone who knew him that Dennis loved the Beatles. And this was back when we were debating who was better, the Beatles or the Dave Clark 5. As we got older we remained good friends. In the summer of 1977 jobs were hard to find. Dennis's father got Dennis, Dan Hillman and me a job painting houses for the city. What a great summer to reunite with Dennis an Dan. On the weekends Dennis had a band that played in Newfane and Dan ran the light show. In recent years we would exchange Birthday cards. I would send him a baseball card with a Cardinal player and he would send me a card with a Yankee player and tell me this was the year for a Cardinals -Yankees World Series, I could go on and on. Just daydream about my childhood and Dennis is there. Dennis, I wish I had told you how much you are part of so many wonderful memories. If there is a heaven, I know you are there.

Please wait

Share Comment

Patty McEnroe Posted Jul 9, 2020 at 3:53 PM

A beautiful and heartfelt message. -p

Report

Steven Hewitson posted a condolence

Wednesday, July 1, 2020

I have so many fond memories of Denny from growing up next door. His amazing musical talent, his quick wit, and his ever-present smile will always be with me. I used to love listening to him play the piano in his house and sometimes even in ours. I will especially miss the banter we’ve had in the 25 years since I moved to Atlanta and became a Braves fan. His Cardinals have had more recent success than my Braves, and I will always think of Denny when we play them. Denny - Please enjoy the company of those who entered Heaven before you, and I look forward to the day I hear one of your corny jokes again!

Please wait

Share Comment

Jamie Barnoff lit a candle

Wednesday, July 1, 2020

//s3.amazonaws.com/skins.funeraltechweb.com/tribute-gestures/Candle.png

Dennis , was a very nice guy, and so is his wife, My sister is married too his brother, I remember back in the 90's I use to run, into them at the yard sales, We love to go to he yard sales, Such a nice couple, Just want to say my thoughts and prayers goes out too all of you, He will be miss, and I am so sorry Love Jamie and Paul Barnoff

Please wait

Share Comment

John Moskel posted a condolence

Tuesday, June 30, 2020

I am so sorry to learn of Dennis's decease. He was a superb gentleman -- one whom I, as a pastor, treasured having in my congregation when I lived in Buffalo during the 1990's. He loved the little kids in the church, and I recall him organizing "swap meets" for baseball cards after our pot luck meals. Not to mention all the Nerf football tournaments that we played in the gym too. Dennis commanded everyone's attention when he gave sermonettes because his message was always well-researched and well-rehearsed (Thank you, Geri!) and he spoke in a manner that was gentle and encouraging. Dennis and his family were a terrific team to have in our congregation. May God bless you, Geri, Jay, Nathan, Tim and Julie as you grieve this great loss. I pray that God's comfort and love will surround you and give you peace. John Moskel

Please wait

Share Comment

Gina Cox lit a candle

Tuesday, June 30, 2020

//s3.amazonaws.com/skins.funeraltechweb.com/tribute-gestures/Candle.png

Mr. Rey was a wonderful person, always happy, and incredibly sweet. When I was a kid in the church we all went to, he was one of the adults we could count on, he would stand up for you even though you were just a kid, and he would be honest and fair no matter what. Later in life I had the pleasure to be counciled by him before my first marriage. He made us feel comfortable in every way. He even told me just because I was pregnant I didn’t have to get married, no one had said that yet haha. He saw I was nervous. He was too! He forgot to have us exchange rings :)! It was so funny, we laughed so hard at my wedding. Later when he met my twin boys he was a big mushy mess, he was truly the sweetest man. Later we’d run into each other from time to time, we worked in the same areas for years. We had a few lunches and I remember the first time he told me he was trying to make gospel music, I was so happy for him. Mr. Rey was a shining light in a dark world. I’m honored he was the person who married me to my first husband. I didn’t trust many people back then, but I always knew I could trust him. My heart is with Mrs.Rey and their family. He always told me to call him Dennis once I was an adult. He was someone I trusted, admired, and looked up to with respect, to show it he was always Mr. Rey, but now that he’s gone, my heart aches, you will be missed Mr. Dennis Rey....

Please wait

Share Comment

Keith Panek posted a condolence

Tuesday, June 30, 2020

A friend of Jay, Nathan, Tim and Julie; I will always remember Mr. Rey’s energetic smile (especially while conducting the hymns) and caring personality. He was a great role model and taught us a lot about life and sportsmanship. My sincere condolences and prayers to the entire Rey family.

Please wait

Share Comment

Jim Masters posted a condolence

Monday, June 29, 2020

Former co-worker, fellow musician and friend. Denny always added flavor to the conversations. We were band mates for a while and were part of the Spice Boys Retirement/Farewell band at the office. He was always quick and witty. Always gracious and courteous. So sorry to hear of his passing. Prayers with your family!

Please wait

Share Comment

Rene posted a condolence

Monday, June 29, 2020

Dennis was my younger brother-a boy and a man it was a joy to know. My head and my heart are full of memories of my amazing brother-whatever he did-he did it WELL. Baseball, music (writing, playing guitar and piano, singing) Math, his sense of humor, his work ethics, his love of God and his parents and siblings, his wife, children, Grandchildren and all his many friends. One of a kind-and the BEST one! A profound loss to anyone who knew him. RIP little brother I'll love you always

Please wait

Share Comment

The family of Dennis A. Rey uploaded a photo

Monday, June 29, 2020

/tribute-images/3598/Ultra/Dennis-Rey.jpg

Please wait

<< Previous Next >>

Online Memory & Photo Sharing Event

Ongoing

Online Event

About this Event

In Loving Memory

Dennis Rey

1952 - 2020

Look inside to read what others have shared

Family and friends are coming together online to create a special keepsake. Every memory left on the online obituary will be automatically included in this book.

View Tribute Book

Share A Memory

Plant a Tree

It is our mission to guide and serve all families and individuals in a professional, timely, caring manner in regards of their departed loved ones.

Prudden And Kandt Funeral Home, Inc. - Personal Dignified Service Since 1876

About Us

Our Firm is proud to continue its rich history and long family owned traditions in serving families of all religious denominations in the greater Lockport Area.

We provide services in Lockport, Wheatfield, Sanborn, Newfane, and Pekin, NY.

Our Location

Prudden & Kandt Funeral Home, Inc.

242 Genesee Street
Lockport, NY
14094, US

Tel: 716-433-6300
Fax: 716-433-7674

Map

qUICK lINKS

About Us
Funeral Planning
Pre-Planning
Grief Support
Resources

Admin Login | Website powered by FuneralTech & TA | Privacy Policy | Terms of Use

Dennis A. Rey

1952 - 2020

Plant a tree in memory of Dennis

In Loving Memory

Dennis Rey

1952 - 2020

It is our mission to guide and serve all families and individuals in a professional, timely, caring manner in regards of their departed loved ones.

About Us

Our Location

Map

Follow Us

qUICK lINKS