Dennis Leroy Wasson

Dennis Leroy Wasson obituary, Modesto, CA

Dennis Leroy Wasson

Dennis Wasson Obituary

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Dennis Leroy Wasson passed away on May 3, 2025 in California at the age of 71. He was a retired supervisor from Del Monte Foods where he supervised the shipping department.
He is preceded in death by his parents, Delbert James Wasson and Irene Howard Wasson. He is survived by his wife, Irma Wasson Flores; his children, Corrina Marie Rico and Denny Ray Wasson; grandchildren, Denny Wasson Jr., Alexia Susie Wasson, Caila Marie, and Angel Rico Jr.
Dennis had a gift for humor and brought laughter wherever he went. Whether with old friends or new faces, he always had a joke ready and a kind word to share. He built a wide circle of friends throughout his life people drawn to his generous spirit and genuine joy in connecting with others. His legacy is one of laughter, friendship, and love. He was truly one of a kind, and he will be missed dearly.
Services
Visitation
Wednesday
May 14, 2025
4:00 PM to 7:00 PM
Franklin & Downs Funeral Home Ceres Chapel
2561 5th Street
Ceres, CA 95307
Rosary Service
Wednesday
May 14, 2025
6:00 PM
Franklin & Downs Funeral Home Ceres Chapel
2561 5th Street
Ceres, CA 95307
Funeral Mass
Thursday
May 15, 2025
10:00 AM
St. Jude Parish
3824 Mitchell Rd.
Ceres, CA 95307
Committal
Thursday
May 15, 2025
11:30 AM
Ceres Memorial Park
1801 E. Whitmore Ave.
Ceres, CA 95307 To plant a beautiful memorial tree in memory of Dennis, please visit our Tree Store.
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