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March 1, 1935 - October 13, 2022
In loving memory ~
We, the family of Dennis Overend, are very sorry to announce his passing on Thursday, October 13th, 2022 in the Vernon Jubilee Hospital, with family at his side. A broken hip combined with underlying health issues resulted in him leaving us too soon. We are very thankful that his children were able to say their goodbyes.
Dennis was born on March 1st, 1935 in Vancouver, B.C. to Albert and Lillian Overend and was a brother to Joan and Neil. He is survived by his loving wife, Barbara; children, Aldyn (Keith), Andy (Melissa), John (Kristina), Carol (Charl), Stephanie (Nick), Chris and Mike; grandchildren, Max, Maddy, Olivia, Jaden, Isak, Emerson, Hannah, Addison and Spencer; his former wife, Brenda: and a large extended family.
Dennis moved to the Okanagan in 1962 and practiced law with Davidson and Company until 1978 when he was appointed to the Provincial Court of B.C. He enjoyed his work and the many locations in B.C. his work took him to. Dennis also worked for the Yukon court system and B.C. Police Commission. He was a member of the Men's Barbershop singing group for many years and enjoyed curling, golfing and opera. Teaching ESL led him to Costa Rica and Hong Kong. His favorite pastime was riding his tractor. Dennis loved his "farm" life, enjoyed a good banter with friends and he didn't take himself too seriously. He had a generous heart and his faith was very important to him. His large family was his joy and he will be missed at our many family events.
Cremation preceded a private Funeral Mass.
A Celebration of Dennis's Life will be held at the Vernon Lodge Hotel on Tuesday, November 1st, 2022 at 2:00 P.M. to which everyone is invited to attend.
As an expression of sympathy, those who wish to do so may send donations in memory of Dennis to the B.C. Lung Foundation, 2675 Oak Street, Vancouver, B.C. V6H 2K2 or online at (bclung.ca/donate/donate-honour-or-memory).
A sincere thank you is extended to the Drs and nurses at the Vernon Jubilee Hospital, 3rd Floor East for their professionalism, care and concern of Dennis and his family.
Funeral arrangements have been made with BETHEL FUNERAL CHAPEL LTD., 5605-27th Street, Vernon, B.C. V1T 8Z5 250-542-1187

Service Details

Celebration of Life
Tuesday, November 1, 2022
2:00 PM
Vernon Lodge Hotel


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