Dennis Leep, 78, of Pullman, MI passed away on January 26, 2022. He spent his last days and weeks with loved ones.
Dennis was a proud veteran of the United States Marine Corps, who loved adventure, storytelling, and nature. His storytelling often featured themes around his early years as a milkman or driving for RC Cola, his time as Staff Sergeant with the Marines, construction projects, his grandchildren, or Dennis’ many adventures traveling the country selling antiques and taxidermy.
Dennis was preceded in death by his parents, Edward and Jeanette Leep, and eldest brother, Arnold. He is survived by three children: Russell (Anna) Leep of Hammond, IN; Sarah (Barney) Gamboa of Holland, MI; Terra (Jon) Oegema of Holland, MI; and five siblings, all residing in Indiana: Harry (Bonnie) Leep; Ed Leep; Jerry (Joanna) Leep; Sarah Leep; Nick (Bev) Leep. He also leaves behind seven grandchildren.
A memorial service will be held in the Spring of 2022, if you are interested in receiving more details regarding that service, please email DennisLeepMemorial@gmail.com with your preferred contact method.
The family asks that donations be made in memory of Dennis to The Nature Conservancy, Barnabas Ministries in Zeeland, MI, or Beacon of Hope in Holland, MI.
Arrangements are by the Dykstra Funeral Home-Northwood Chapel.
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