Passed away surrounded by his loving family on Saturday, 1 November 2025, aged 73 years. Precious husband and soulmate of Lynette. Much loved Dad of Rachel, Jasmine, Christel and Jerry. Loved brother-in-law of Karina and Duncan McPherson; uncle of Daniel, and Rebecca.  Messages for Dennis' family may be left via 
robertjcotton.co.nz/funerals. Heartfelt thanks to the rescue teams, Whanganui Hospital doctors and nurses, friends, extended family and church community for all their amazing care and support.  Donations in Dennis' memory may be made to 
asianaid.org.au. A service for Dennis will be held in the Palmerston North Seventh-day Adventist Church, 257 Ferguson Street, on Monday, 10 November 2025, at 12.00pm, followed by interment at Kelvin Grove Cemetery, James Line, Palmerston North.

Published by Manawatu Standard on Nov. 4, 2025.