Dennis Clinton Garber, beloved husband, father, brother and son was born January 3, 1942 in Rhinelander, Wisconsin and died on February 16, 2007 at the age of 65, from complications of liver cancer.

He spent most of his youth in Louisville, Kentucky, graduating from Waggener High School and then joined Cabot Piping Systems (CPS) in Louisville. Dennis had a five year distinguished stay at CPS where he got his start as a pioneer in plastics. Dennis started his first plastic distribution company in 1969 growing the company into three successful corporations with locations in over 20 cities on the east coast. Dennis retired in 1996.

Dennis shared his time in retirement at residences at Uwharrie Point, North Carolina, Ft. Myers, Florida and his hometown of Rhinelander, Wisconsin. In his retirement he had a chance to pursue his passion for the outdoors as he fished, hunted and played golf. Spending time with his wife, kids and grandkids was another high priority of his. All who knew Dennis were captivated by his bubbly and exuberant personality as well as his loving and generous nature. And then there was his infectious laughter. There is a saying that aptly applies to Dennis: "The first time his laughter unfurled its wings in the wind, we knew the world would never be the same." It is true; the planet has lost a joyful presence.

Dennis was preceded in death five months prior by his wife, Linda. He is survived by his parents, Edna & Clinton Sr. of Rhinelander, WI. his brothers Dean Garber (Betty Jo) of Winchester, KY, Dan Garber (Barbara) of Tequesta, FL & C.J. Garber (Linda)of Rhinelander, WI & his sister Diane Brown (Tom), of Fall Creek, WI as well as his children, Danielle Moore of Frederick, MD, Kristine Francis of Cape Coral, FL, Erik Garber of Catonsville, MD, Kristi Nykamp of Mekelle, Ethiopia, Amy Thompson of Charlotte, NC and Carey Hamilton of Salt Lake City, UT, and eleven adoring grandchildren. He was loved by many other close family members and friends, who will also continue to celebrate his delightful spirit.

At Dennis’ request he will be cremated with no funeral services instead there will be memorial services held in Louisville and Rhinelander at dates to be announced where his ashes will be buried next to those of his wife, Linda. The family requests in lieu of flowers, that anyone who wants to honor Dennis, donate, in his memory, to your favorite charity.