Dennis Wayne Danforth was born to Joseph and Ernestine Danforth on August 22, 1946. He was a lifelong resident of Minneapolis and graduated from Minneapolis Central High School in 1964.
Dennis went on to become a sheet metal worker by trade and had a career in this field for many years.
Later in life Dennis went on to receive a degree in Business Administration. Dennis enjoyed bowling and golf and was a member of the Twin City Golf League.
Dennis passed away on November 11, 2021, in Pensacola, Florida. He was preceded in death by his parents Joseph and Ernestine Danforth as well as a son, Shawn Danforth. Dennis leaves behind to mourn his passing wife, Janelle Danforth, a brother, Terry Danforth, two children, Dennis Danforth, Jr., and Monica Danforth Mosch (Dan), and a host of other relatives including three grandchildren.
Memorial services will be held on Friday, December 3, 2021, at 11:00 am at St. Mark’s Episcopal Cathedral, 519 Oak Grove Street, Minneapolis, MN 55403.
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