Death date: Oct 19, 2004
Dennis Patrick RobertsonDennis was born in Tacoma, WA on February 9, 1955 and passed away in Tacoma, WA on October 19, 2004. Dennis is preceded in death by his parents, Clarence and Esther Robertson, and his brother Jim Robertson. Read Obituary
I read of Dennis' death with sadness and regretted that my intentions to visit him in recent years never came to fruition. His success as a scholar and writer were great accomplishments, and I was proud of him as I'm sure so many others were. He was a wonderful young man.
Cliff Rowe, Professor of Journalism, PLU##imported-begin##Cliff Rowe##imported-end##
You have been in my thoughts and prayers every since Joan sent me the sad news. I wish I were closer so that I could be there. There are so many things that go through my head when I think about Denny. Many of them make me smile and laugh, and that is hard to say about the rest of us. His sense of humor never was gone no matter what hardship he faced. My favorite memory is having Pizza in Lakewood the night he was having a "who can eat the most or hottest peppers contest" with John. It was so funny that I have never forgotten the look on Denny's face as he tried to outdo John with every round. That was life with Denny. And I can still remember the sound of his laugh when he got the joke... usually a few moments behind everyone else, and then everyone would laugh because he was laughing. I feel very sad that he is gone, but I think he will live on in everyone that ever had the chance to meet him and to be enveloped by his personality and his spirit. Know that you are all in my prayers.
Bob Craig##imported-begin##Bob Craig##imported-end##
Dennis - Our family misses you more than you know. We cherish the time we spent with you every Thanksgiving at Jim and Diana's. You showed us the true meaning of what it is to be a hero. Though you may not think of yourself as one, we certainly do. We talked about you last night, and tears were shed again at the thought of not sharing Thanksgiving with you this year. I will bake my apple pie for you anyway, because it was your favorite. And you will be greatly missed at that table Dennis. We love you, Mike, Karin, Tabby, Grant, and Hallie Lamberton. P.S. Last night Hallie said "Dennis was a really cool guy". Sometimes the smallest people say the biggest things.##imported-begin##Karin Lamberton##imported-end##
Dennis was a good friend to have here at Tillicum Elementary, before that happened, boom, dreams up in smoke. :(:(:(##imported-begin##kffsa##imported-end##
My heart is heavy with sorrow for you and your family Diana. I think of this scripture and it aids my journey to understand this enemy 'Death'. "With that I heard a loud voice from the throne say: “Look! The tent of God is with mankind, and he will reside with them, and they will be his peoples. And God himself will be with them.  And he will wipe out every tear from their eyes, and death will be no more, neither will mourning nor outcry nor pain be anymore. The former things have passed away." And the One seated on the throne said: “Look! I am making all things new.†Also, he says: “Write, because these words are faithful and true.†Rev.21:3,4
My thoughts of comfort and friendship go out to you and your entire family. Lynette##imported-begin##Lynette##imported-end##
Hey Dennis,
I will miss you very much.I always looked forward to seeing your smiling face racing down the halls at Tillicum. I would always ask if you had the turbo booster turned on and your face would lite up and off we would go down the halls.Hehehe, You always beat me.Just seeing your smile would brighten my day no matter what was happening in it. I would walk back to the Kitchen with a smile on my face and tune in my head.You touched our lives in more ways then ever. You will be greatly missed.
One of Your Tillicum Tigers Cheering you on!!##imported-begin##Kim Beall##imported-end##
My sympathy goes out you. May the Lord be with you and help you at this time. I am thankful for the good memories of working with Denny as his chore worker.It was always a pleasure to go to work.
I enjoyed his sense of humor and it was a pleasure to see the closeness of your family. I enjoyed meeting each of you the few times that I was there when you came by. Sincerely Donna Tompkins##imported-begin##Donna Tompkins##imported-end##
Dennis I will miss you I am sorry Dennis died I wish he was still alive and you came to my school.You were the only one that teached me any thing.Dennis I want you to always remember I love you and my family loves you to.##imported-begin##Anthony Rian Shaw##imported-end##
My condolences and prayers go out to my family. I never had the chance to get to know Denny, living so far away. But I know that he will be missed.
Love,
Trish (Moore), David, Andrew & Tyler##imported-begin##Trish (Moore), David, Andrew & Tyler##imported-end##
Dennis Patrick Robertson
Denny Pat
D.P.
Denny
Uncle Denny
He answered to many names, but all who developed a relationship with him, knew him as a special friend. His life was lived with courage and intensity, caring and compassion, heartache and pain. Through it all, he lived his life with dignity; as a celebration of the human spirit. Denny refused to feel sorry for himself and with his overwhelming spirit for life, he refused to let others feel sorry for him either.
Denny had a lot going on inside. If you were lucky enough to spend time with him, you got to find out what that was. He loved pro sports. If there was a game on, you knew he was tuned in. He followed every move of the Sonics, Seahawks, and Mariners. He was excited when they were winning, he knew what they should have done when they lost, and he was not bashful about sharing that information with you. While he loved to watch sports, his real love was family and friends. There was never a sporting event that was more important than a game of checkers or cards with a worthy, or not so worthy opponent. And, if no board game was in the works, than coming into the kitchen for a chat or to supervise the cook, was better than the best play made at the game.
It‘s easy to see why Denny was such an important person to us. He brought out the best in us. He made us feel special. His smile and laugh would fill up a room. He always had much to say, but he always listened first. Sharing time with him allowed you to witness his incredible gift of patience. While those around him wondered how much more adversity he could endure, his indomitable spirit convinced us that God was a constant companion in Denny’s life.
Denny, we all know you are standing at GodÂ’s side, free of pain, with a joyous smile on your face as you watch over us. Denny we will miss you always.##imported-begin##The Craigs##imported-end##
