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Michael O'Flynn lit a candle
Thursday, July 15, 2021
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Cathy, I am so sorry to hear about your loss of Dennis
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Todd Violot posted a condolence
Friday, July 9, 2021
So sad to hear the passing of Dennis. I have great memories of Him coaching our high school football team. Later on in life we reconnected as I owned a sporting goods store in Chatham. Dennis was a great regular customer. We both enjoyed talking about our passion for hockey fishing and the great outdoors. God speed my friend.
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Lindsay Osborne pledged to donate to Dover Rod & Gun Club
Thursday, July 8, 2021
So sorry for your loss Cathy and family. Thinking of you.
Juliet and Lindsay Osborne
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Joan Graham & Simon Jones pledged to donate to Dover Rod & Gun Club
Wednesday, July 7, 2021
Erin & Family,
You are in our thoughts and in our hearts.
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Lewis Sauve posted a symbolic gesture
Tuesday, July 6, 2021
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So sad to here about Dennis .Although I didn`t know him personally ,he was to me an icon associated with Mitchels bay . He won`t be forgotten and I pray for the family at such a tough time. Thanks for all the memories of all the visits to the bait shop. God bless to all the Shaw family and friends .
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Deborah Charbonneau posted a condolence
Monday, July 5, 2021
My thoughts and prayers go out to you Cathy and the entire family. I had many long conversations with Dennis over the years of selling him fishing tackle both while I was at KTL and over the past couple years here at DFS. I will truly miss our conversations. RIP Dennis
Debbie Charbonneau
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terry myers posted a condolence
Monday, July 5, 2021
Our thoughts are with Dennis's family. We have great memories of Dennis from his baseball years in Thamesville to his Navistar job and his fishing pleasures. RIP Big Den.
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Sandra Whiting posted a symbolic gesture
Monday, July 5, 2021
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Kathy, J.P. and family Please accept my condolences on Dennis' passing. He will be truly missed by the many, many people he interacted with throughout the many facets of his life. After Tom's passing I wanted to take a trip to Bass Haven for a visit but Covid changed that. Tom's relationship with Dennis went back many, many years. Their love of fishing especially "hard water" created a great friendship. I now envision the two of them sitting up on a cloud reliving all those wonderful fishing tales. May all your memories keep Dennis alive (and fishing) in your hearts. Sandra Whiting
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Janet Henry posted a condolence
Sunday, July 4, 2021
Dear Cathy,
I haven't seen you since your wedding to Dennis (and our figure skating days!) but was very sad to hear of Dennis' passing last week. Gone too soon, Cathy..... I remember Dennis as always being positive and treating everyone well. A genuine, sincere, happy person and of course I thought you two made a great duo. Please pass on my sympathy to your family and know that I am thinking of you at this sad time.
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Sheila Martin posted a condolence
Saturday, July 3, 2021
Our sincere condolences to Cathy and family.
We shall forever look for Dennis on the porch watching out for family and friends alike.
The Martin family.
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Carrie posted a condolence
Friday, July 2, 2021
To the entire Shaw Family, we are so sorry for your loss. Please know our love and thoughts are with each of you.
Jeff, Carrie & Daneika Havers
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Tom & Lynda Cadotte posted a condolence
Friday, July 2, 2021
To the Shaw family
Our deepest sympathy is extended to all of you at the loss of Dennis. Our thoughts and prayers are with you now and in the days to come. Rest in peace Dennis.
Tom and Lynda Cadotte
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Jack Flaherty lit a candle
Friday, July 2, 2021
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Good bye old friend keep a light on for me Jack Flaherty Taylor mi .
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Shawn Burniston lit a candle
Friday, July 2, 2021
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Deepest sympathy Cathy and family. I will miss all the chats and stories over the years at the store. Every time I cross that channel and his beloved middlegrounds I will think of him.
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Stacy Arnold lit a candle
Thursday, July 1, 2021
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Cathy, Erin and family my deepest condolences on the passing of Dennis. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
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Rick iles lit a candle
Thursday, July 1, 2021
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Cathy, and family: My deepest condolences on the passing of Dennis. The Swamp will never be the same. I always enjoyed our conversations. He will be greatly missed.
Rick Iles
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Carole Clements posted a condolence
Thursday, July 1, 2021
We are so sorry to hear of Dennis passing.
You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Sincerely
Carole and Cali
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Rick MacFarlane posted a condolence
Thursday, July 1, 2021
So sorry to hear of Dennis’ passing. We missed seeing him at a CK Reunion a couple years back.
Good memories. All the best to his family at this time
Rick MacFarlane
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tiffany posted a condolence
Thursday, July 1, 2021
Such a shock to hear about the death of someone who still had many years ahead of him.
I have been going to Mitchell's Bay and BAss Haven since my dad first took us when we were just little kids.
Now I share that with my girls. The Shaw's did a great job building up Bass Haven and I truly enjoy all they have to offer.
My prayers are with the family through this tough time. May they hold eachother together and focus on the wonderful memories this man gave them.
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Nick and Marney Nichols posted a condolence
Thursday, July 1, 2021
We hope that knowing that others care will bring strength and comfort to you at this most difficult time. Although you may not know us, we are friends and neighbours from the Kent Bridge era. In fact, I formerly babysat Dennis and his sister when I was a teenager. I never saw the children during that time, as their Mom always had them in bed by the time I got there. Dennis was infamous for his long homeruns while playing hard ball with the Thamesville team; many times hitting the fence around the swimming pool. He is remembered fondly.
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Crystal Smith lit a candle
Thursday, July 1, 2021
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I'm sorry to hear of the passing of Dennis. I was fortunate enough to know Dennis and Cathy for a short period of time. Dennis was always so full of life and had a positive attitude. I think my last visit with him was actually on the porch :) My thoughts and prayers are with Cathy and family.
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ROGER BAILLARGEON posted a condolence
Wednesday, June 30, 2021
Condolences to the Shaw family, sorry to hear of your loss. Dennis was a very respected man and had many stories to share.
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joe pinsonneault posted a condolence
Wednesday, June 30, 2021
Sorry to hear of Denis passing He was a great supporter of the Dover Rod & gun Kids fishing derby over the year, My sincere condolences to Cathy and family Joe Pinsonneault President Dover Rod & Gun
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Bill and Janice Pearson posted a condolence
Wednesday, June 30, 2021
So very Sorry to hear of the Passing of Dennis , our deepest condolences to all the Shaw Families
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Jim Vidler posted a condolence
Wednesday, June 30, 2021
So sorry for the loss of Dennis. He was a great guy.
Took me on a charter out of the Eau many moons ago.
Shopped at his Bass Haven store.
Condolences to the Shaw family.
Jim Vidler
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Tracy Shaw lit a candle
Wednesday, June 30, 2021
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Cathy and family; sorry to hear about the recent passing of Dennis ...... please know that he will be missed; forever in our hearts and minds
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Doug Hodgson posted a condolence
Wednesday, June 30, 2021
Cathy and family,
So very sorry to hear of Dennis's passing.
Many fine memories from school years and our boys playing hockey together.
Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you.
Doug Hodgson
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John Daneluzzi posted a symbolic gesture
Wednesday, June 30, 2021
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Raymond St John posted a condolence
Wednesday, June 30, 2021
Cathy and family,
Dennis will be missed by our family. One of my earliest memories smallmouth fishing was with Dennis as our guide on LSC. His passion and knowledge for the outdoors was infectious. Life has brought me back to Bass Haven time and again. I will miss Dennis very much.
Please accept my condolences. So sorry for you loss. You will be in my thoughts and prayers in the coming weeks.
Ray St. John
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Joe and Janice Punnewaert posted a symbolic gesture
Wednesday, June 30, 2021
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Jack McCart posted a condolence
Wednesday, June 30, 2021
Cathy. So sorry to hear of Dennis’ passing. Have many great memories of our times playing ball with Grouch and the Aberdeen guys. Time nor distance does not make those times any less special!
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Dick Smith posted a condolence
Wednesday, June 30, 2021
Cathy and Family,
So sorry to learn of Dennis' passing. I always enjoyed the hospitality extended by you, Cathy and Dennis. He will be missed by so many.
Dick Smith
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Deb Howe posted a condolence
Wednesday, June 30, 2021
So sorry to hear of Dennis's passing, Cathy. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
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Richard Srokosz posted a condolence
Wednesday, June 30, 2021
To all the family my most sincere condolences.
To Hoss: I hope we meet again one day.
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Phyllis Toscani posted a symbolic gesture
Wednesday, June 30, 2021
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Our sympathies to the Shaw family Dennis was a great man. Thoughts and prayers The Toscani Family
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bev dionne posted a symbolic gesture
Wednesday, June 30, 2021
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We are so sorry to hear that Dennis has passed, and we know that he will be greatly missed by many.
Prayers and deepest sympathies to Cathy and the entire family during this very difficult time.
Lenny and Bev Dionne
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Wendy McElroy lit a candle
Wednesday, June 30, 2021
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Dane and I are so sorry to hear of the passing of Dennis. Our hearts and prayers go out to the Shaw Family through this difficult time. Love Dane & Wendy McElroy
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Bill Hamilton posted a condolence
Wednesday, June 30, 2021
As a young angler I remember going to bass haven and Denise helping us out with the right lures and any other thing we could get advice on always a great guy and always good to us , my thoughts go to his great family he will truly be missed
Bill Hamilton
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Ted posted a symbolic gesture
Wednesday, June 30, 2021
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Condolences to all on this loss. Always looked forward to seeing Dennis on my trips to Mitchell's bay. He would always give me the best info he had on the gills that i love to catch there. R.I.P. buddy.
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Dan Kelly posted a condolence
Wednesday, June 30, 2021
My memories of Dennis centre on our late teens and early twenties when we were all trying to "grow up" and sort things out. A lot of adventures and terrific, crazy fun. Well remembered! My condolences! Dan Kelly
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Ron & Jan Graves posted a symbolic gesture
Wednesday, June 30, 2021
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Condolences from the Graves families. RE Butcher Buoy Charters.
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Winsor& Doreen Broadbent lit a candle
Wednesday, June 30, 2021
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So sorry for your loss Cathy and your family. He will be missed
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Jaymie Waddick posted a condolence
Wednesday, June 30, 2021
Cathy, JP and all of Dennis's Family,
On behalf of Waddick Fuels, I would like to offer my condolences to the family of Dennis. Dennis and Cathy have been great customers for a couple of decades. I always enjoyed chatting with Dennis on the phone, at the office or at Bass Haven. Please take care in the coming weeks and months as you remember a very nice gentlemen.
Sincerely,
Jaymie Waddick
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Dennis Owen lit a candle
Wednesday, June 30, 2021
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Shawn Henderson lit a candle
Wednesday, June 30, 2021
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WOW, sad to read about Dennis passing away, play softball with him, fantastic man, Rest in Peace my friend.
Shawn Henderson
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Tuesday, June 29, 2021
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From our family to yours our deepest condolences. The Dubuque Thunderbirds
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Mark Bechard and Family lit a candle
Tuesday, June 29, 2021
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Deb Dauw lit a candle
Tuesday, June 29, 2021
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Cathy and family, I am so very sorry to hear of Dennis’ passing. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
Deb Dauw
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Tuesday, June 29, 2021
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Randy Aitken posted a condolence
Tuesday, June 29, 2021
To Cathy & Families: I was very surprised to read of Dennis passing. Lots of good memories when our sons played hockey together. You are in our thoughts and prayers at this time.
Randy&Paula Aitken and Family
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