Dennis Straub
1970 – 2023
Woodstock – Dennis Straub, 52, of Woodstock, Connecticut, passed away peacefully at home on Monday, March 13, 2023, surrounded by family.
Dennis was born on October 24, 1970, in Norwich, Connecticut. Dennis spent his childhood and school-age years in Killingly, CT, where he attended and graduated from Killingly High School in 1988.
Everyone who knew Dennis felt his big heart and giving nature. He was an extremely hard worker, spending more than 25 years in a variety of positions at Rogers Corporation in Woodstock, CT. During his time at Rogers, Dennis also served as a strong voice for his work community, and he was well loved by his many colleagues throughout the years.
Dennis was a self-taught jack of all trades. If something was broken, Dennis could fix it. He was also an avid, talented pool player, and a member of the American Pool Players’ Association , winning several championship titles. Dennis loved nature, walking his dogs at the Thompson Dam, and training for half marathons. Above all, Dennis was a loving Husband, Father, and Grandfather, and being together with family is what he enjoyed most.
Dennis was a resilient figure in the face of adversity, and a person who provided inspiring advice to whoever needed it. His sense of humor was contagious and second to none. Even when ill, Dennis could find the silver lining and strength to keep pushing forward in any situation. His legacy will carry on forever, reminding us that we can achieve anything through grit and determination.
Dennis is now at peace, joining his son, Dylan and sister, Sherry who passed before him. In addition to his parents Linda and Dennis, Dennis is survived by the most amazing caretaker and loving wife Erika; children, Rachael (Ben)and Jacob; grandchild, Bronson; Dear friend; Butch, Sisters: Lisa, Dawn, Sandra and Suzanne and brother, Dale, as well as, several nieces and nephews, countless friends, colleagues, and acquaintances.
Calling hours will be held on Sunday, March 19th from 12-3PM, at Gilman Funeral Home ,104 Church St. Putnam, CT 06260. A Celebration of Dennis’ Life will be announced at a later date, where family and friends are invited to come and share fond memories and stories. In lieu of flowers, the family prefers donations to be made in Dennis’ honor to The Glioblastoma Research Organization. 447 Broadway, 2nd Floor #41 New York, NY 10013.
Keith House
Our Deepest Condolences for all of the family during this time of grief and loss may you cherish the great memories Dennis has left us all with RIP Dennis
Hailey combs
Sending you all love and warmth and strength during this difficult time. May he rest forever in peace.
Gloria
I am so sorry for your lost!
Charlotte Almeida
Our hearts are broken for all of Dennis’s family! He will always be with you! Praying the Lord covers you with his peace and wraps His arms around you and gives you great comfort during this painful time and always Much love and prayers Aunt Charlotte
Greg H
We, at Bancroft School of Massage Therapy, send our condolences to Erika and to Dennis’ family. Erika, I am heartbroken for you.
Sandra
Den,
I will miss you so much and cherish all the memories we shared. Being your caregiver and going on little car trips. We both loved looking into Genealogy. We had a lot of funny stories on our trips. Thank you for being my brother. Until we meet again. Love you
Dennis shared this poem with me. I wanted to share:
I’m a little maple leave on the maple tree everyone is bigger than me one by one they all fall off and leaving me all alone. I have a big smile when the winds picks me off the maple tree and carries me away. Just remember in the fall, I’m the little maple leave.
Betty and Jack Donahue
We are so sorry for your loss. Keeping you all in our thoughts and prayers.
Dot Maynard
My thoughts, sympathy and prayers to his family and friends. Dennis was one of the kindest individuals I have ever met. We worked together at Court many years ago. He was the nicest co-worker anyone could want.
His passing makes me very sad yet brings a smile remembering his sense of humor and boyish grin.
Suzanne
Dennis I will miss you and you are very loved and your memories will live on ❤️
You were sick and tired and we all knew
that God would soon come to take you.
You fought so hard, so very long,
but through the pain, you stayed strong.
We all knew there would come a day
when God would come to carry you away.
It doesn’t make it easier to say goodbye,
and I try so hard not to cry.
I can’t help but feel defeated,
or even maybe a little cheated.
But how very selfish would I be
to hope and pray you could stay with me.
So as you laid there, I had to tell you, “It’s okay to go.”
Say “hi” to loved ones waiting on the other side.
I know some day you’ll be there when I take that ride.
Christine Lynch
I am very sorry for your loss. I’m sure he fought a good fight to live and stayed positive. Dennis was a good colleague and always have to chat on almost any topic. He will be greatly missed.
Kathy Naumann
Erika,
We offer you and your family our sincerest condolences.
Warmly,
Kathy and Richard Naumann