Thomas Franklin Dennis of Olympia, Wash., passed away peacefully on June 26, 2008.

Tom was born in Warrenton, Va., on Nov. 14, 1934, to Silas and Zelda Dennis.

He is survived by Ruth, his wife of 55 years; son Wayne of Renton, Wash.; daughters Pam and Robin; sister Dorothy Swain of Warrenton, Va.; and three grandchildren.

Tom retired from the Air Force in 1977 after 22 years of service. He then went to work for the Boeing Company, retiring from there in 1995.

Tom was a firm believer in God, family and country. His kindness and love touched everyone who knew him. Tom's family loved him dearly and he will be forever be missed.

Memorial services will be held at First Baptist Church of Lacey (4705 22nd Ave SE, Lacey WA 98503) on July 1, 2008 at 2 p.m.

Arrangements are under the direction of Mills & Mills Funeral Home in Tumwater, Wash.

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