On the afternoon of July 31, 1971 Dennis came into the world too early and on the afternoon of June 5, 2014 Dennis left in the same manor, too early and too suddenly.
Dennis was born in Terry, Montana to Eleanore McMahon-Holthues and Gary McMahon. He grew up and attended school in White Sulphur Springs, Montana. Dennis graduated in 1989 but even before then he had discovered that logging was his true love.
Dennis started selling firewood in 1982, with the help of his best friend Dusty. Throughout the years he would try his hand at many jobs including helping out the local ranchers or fixing cars, but it always led him back to the woods or at least to Dixon and Dixon Post and Pole. Dennis was a hard worker and was willing to work doing just about anything, including working at a newspaper office and cleaning motel rooms.
Dennis was never married but he was loyal to his friends. He always had time to help those in need. When his friends were in trouble he was the first one to get them to an AA meeting or be there for support. He split and carried wood in for the neighbors and even gave firewood to those who couldn’t afford to buy it. During hunting season he was the first one up in the morning. The fire would be roaring and the coffee on long before everyone else got up.
In his spare time he enjoyed fishing and camping in the woods. As long as Dennis was outside he was happy. Dennis would bring home wildflowers for his mom with every trip to the woods.
Dennis is survived by his mother Eleanore Holthues; father, Gary Dennis McMahon; sister, Julie (Scott) Rader; his nephew, Brayden Rader and numerous uncles and cousins. He is preceded in death by his step-dad, Berre Holthues; grandparents Frank and Eva Risler and grandparents; Howard and Tress McMahon.
The family will receive friend between the hours of 5:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m. Thursday, June 12, 2014 at Stevenson Wilke Funeral Home in White Sulphur Springs. Funeral services will be 1:00 p.m. Friday, June 13, 2014 at the funeral home. Burial will follow at Mayn Cemetery with a reception to follow at the Senior Center, White Sulphur Springs. Memorials in Dennis’ name may be made to the White Sulphur Springs Senior Center, 101 1st Ave, White Sulphur Springs, MT 59645, or to the organization of the donor’s choice.
Service Schedule
Family Receiving Friends
5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Thursday June 12, 2014
Stevenson Wilke Funeral Home
103 East Garfield
White Sulphur Springs, Montana 59645
Funeral Service
1:00 p.m.
Friday June 13, 2014
Stevenson Wilke Funeral Home
103 East Garfield
White Sulphur Springs, Montana 59645
Burial
Immediately following the funeral service
Friday June 13, 2014
Mayn Cemetery
White Sulphur Springs, MOntana
Service Schedule
Family Receiving Friends
5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Thursday June 12, 2014
Stevenson Wilke Funeral Home
103 East Garfield
White Sulphur Springs, Montana 59645
Funeral Service
1:00 p.m.
Friday June 13, 2014
Stevenson Wilke Funeral Home
103 East Garfield
White Sulphur Springs, Montana 59645
Burial
Immediately following the funeral service
Friday June 13, 2014
Mayn Cemetery
White Sulphur Springs, MOntana
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Michele Walker says
Please know that you had a beloved son and brother. Dennis had a heart of gold. He was an intelligent, funny person. He was always very respectful to me. He was my friend. There will be a void without him. There are a lot of great memories of Dennis. Keep those memories close and let go of the rest. He is in God’s hands now!
Linda Tellock Logan says
So sorry to hear of Dennis’s passing you are all in my thoughts and prayers.
Bobbie Boehm says
Dennis was a good friend to me.. He was there for me when my mother passed . He had a kind heart.. I hope he is at peace now.
Simmonds Tousley Senters says
My thoughts and prayers go out to Dennis’ family I grew up around Dennis my entire school life and a little after I know he was a very caring person and if you were in a place of trouble he would give you the shirt off his back to help you out Dennis will be missed he was my friend and I hope he is finally at peace
Shummonda Tousley Senters says
Sorry there was a typo with my name
Paula Proulx says
Julie,
Please know you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
zane frisbie says
I will miss Dennis greatly he was a very near and dear friend we had alot of good memories together.If you ever need anything Elenor get in touch with my mother I will be there,god bless.
Daria Subaitis says
I’m so sorry for your heartbreak and all your sadness. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Candi Short Richardson says
I am so sorry to hear of Dennis’ passing. You are in my thoughts during this difficult time.
Marilu Hanson says
I didn’t know Dennis very well but he seemed to be a kind and gentle person. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. I will miss him.
Shannon Bright-Meyer says
Julie, I was so sorry to learn of your brother passing, please know that you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. God bless
Kirsten King says
Dennis was a truly good guy. He never failed to bring a smile to my face. I know how many kind things he did for people in WSS and how hard he worked. I counted him as a friend and I am truly blessed to have known him. I will miss you Dennis and I know heaven must look like Montana so I know you’ll like it there.
St. Peter's Hospital Foundation says
Julie,
We are so sorry for your family’s loss. Find comfort in all the good memories and take care of each other in the coming days.
Mike, Doris, Melissa
Ruth Martin says
condolences to all of your family. prayers are being sent!
Ollie says
All of these articles have saved me a lot of heacsdhea.