Rev. Darrell Dennis
July 30, 1933 ~ September 17, 2016
Rev. Darrell Dennis, 83, Indianapolis, went home to his Lord and Savior on Saturday September 17, 2016. He was preceded in death by his parents Rev. Laston and Ruth Dennis; brother, Doug; sister, Marilyn; son, James Darrell.
His survivors include wife, Helen; children, David (Sheila) of Jackson, Georgia, Daniel (Teresa) of Chickamauga ,Georgia, Beth (Jerry) Smith of Indianapolis, Dwight of Mooresville; stepchildren, Roger and Shannon, both of Indianapolis; grandchildren, Jonathan, Cerra, Ferran, Stephanie, Nathan, Brandon, Sterling, Gabriel, Kristen, and Megan; several great grandchildren, and a host of nieces and nephews.
Darrell proudly served in the United States Navy during the Korean War. His life ministry was evangelism and being pastor of seven churches throughout the United States. Most recently, he was pastor of Sunshine Gardens Wesleyan Church of Indianapolis. He also served for a number of years at the Monrovia Church of the Nazarene.
Special Thanks to his brother Garnald Dennis and his sisters Sharlene Brown and Carolyn Williams who assisted as his caregivers during his final journey.
The funeral service will begin at 1 p.m., Friday, September 23, 2016, in the chapel at
Carlisle - Branson Funeral Service & Crematory, Mooresville, with calling there from 5 to 7 p.m., Thursday, September 22, 2016. Interment will be in Mt. Pleasant Cemetery, Hall, with military honors presented by the United States Navy and the Mooresville Honor Guard. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Sunshine Gardens Wesleyan Church, 3103 West Epler Avenue, Indianapolis, IN 46217. Visit www.CarlisleBranson.com to share a favorite memory or to sign the online guest registry.
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I love you Uncle Darrell, you were one of my heroes. Happy to know there’s no more struggle for you and looking forward to seeing you again. Love, Rachel
Laughing as usual 🙂
Dad Dennis always fun…
Always Singing…
..he said he forgot to have them kiss, but maybe he just didn’t like the idea of this big guy kissing his granddaughter…priceless
He could always recover himself he just had that gift!!!!
Oops. I didn’t realize it wanted my actually name and put in my username for Facebook. Regardless, these are some wonderful memories of our family get together when grandpa was dancing with the kids!!
The greatest day of my wife. These memories will last a lifetime!
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Dad I miss u and have no regrets of our great time together the last six weeks . What a great race u ran serving others wow you’r the man. May I take from what u showed me and finish my race as u gracefully as finished yours. Love u soooo
Leslie u are such a great person way to stand behind your mom as she took care of dad , I love and thank u
A wonderful pastor and churchman. May the Lord strengthen the extended family as they charter the days ahead and look forward to seeing Rev. Dennis again in God’s Glorious Heaven.
Amen! Two amazing men who selflessly love others. Thankful for your examples.
I love my family so much!!!
Mom wanted me to post this. My brother, so forgiving, loving, generous, funny, and the 2nd best preacher in the whole world. I miss you and will love you forever.
Go girl go doing a great job
I am sorry to hear about the loss of your father David,Daniel,Beth Dwight so sorry I am not going to get to come to INDY TO BE WITH YOU TO CELEBRATE YOUR Dad’s Home going service your in our thoughts & prayers Love your cousin Steve&Linnie Jones
I have known Brother Dennis for at least 12 yrs. and in that time he has been a part of family gatherings, married my sister & brother-in-law (Delbert & Shannon Greene) and also, my youngest daughter & son-in-law (Richard & Katrina Lahne). He has also christen several of the babies in or family for us. He was there for my late fianc’ and myself when he was battling cancer. He also, preformed a small family grave side service for just my family. For that I will always remember and be so thankful for him to do that for us. I will always remember what a great pastor, man, friend and great story teller (always a great laugh and good time with him). Darrell will be truly missed by myself and my family. Donetta Dowell
Helen, Dwight, and Beth, I am so sorry to hear of his passing. Phyllis and I send our prayers during this time. Sorry I didn’t make it to the viewing, I have been having some physical problems myself. We know he is with the Lord. Jay Ellis and Phyllis
I’m very sorry for your loss. The Bible can offer much comfort at this difficult time. John 5:28, 29 says, “Do not be amazed at this, for the hour is coming in which all those in the memorial tombs will hear his voice and come out, those who did good things to a resurrection of life.” For more information please go to http://www.JW.org.