Rest in Eternal Peace Brother-In-Law & Fellow Shaler
Inspiration for me has been challenging to come by over the last 10 days or so. Last Sunday night, we got the midnight call that none of us ever want to receive; my wife’s brother, Dennis, had been shot & killed at his residence. Initially we thought it was an accidental shooting, but police have since concluded that it was intentional and are treating it as a homicide. It is believed that Dennis had gone outside to take care of an Armadillo(s) that had tore up the front yard. He barely made it past the car port before the shots were fired.
Dennis, his wife and their 3 kids, had moved from New Jersey to the family farm near Converse, LA. They were eager to trade the highly taxed Jersey for the slower-paced Sabine Parish. Here their kids could run about and be country kids on the 300 acre farm. They quickly felt at home. Dennis quickly got busy working on the house that hadn’t seen TLC for a few years. They got a couple 4 wheelers. They planted an impressive garden. Put in a zip line. The farm was once again looking alive. The family was thrilled.
Obviously, this criminal took Dennis from us. Dennis was a great brother-in-law and made me feel welcome to the family from the beginning. His wit and humor kept us laughing. Dennis served as the family’s point person for leasing the land. Dennis joked that he was looking forward to becoming a “Sheikh” – Converse, Louisiana style. Dennis was a member of GoHaynesvilleShale.com and noted that, “Wow! Looks like the site is growing up.” Dennis was creative having worked in media with the Navy and then in the private sector; we were discussing ways of working together with GHS.
Since the shooting, something else has become quite clear. In addition to taking Dennis away from his wife, children and the rest of us, this murderer also took something else that will be very hard to recapture; the innocence of the family farm. The farm had become a place for respite. My wife and her siblings had spent many a summer with their grandparents on the farm. After the passing of their grandparents, the farm had remained a gathering place; a place to get away. I grew up in rural Indiana and I thought I knew what country was, but the Louisiana farm took it to a whole nother level.
Now, this family is left to deal with Dennis’ absence and a beloved farm that is now sullied by this act of needless violence. Please, if you have any information that might be of assistance, contact the Sabine Parish Sheriff’s Department at (318) 256-9241.
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The below pictures are in memory of Dennis. Perhaps they’ll give you some insight into the guy I knew. Dennis leaves behind a wife and 3 children (10, 10, & 4). Now rest in eternal peace with your Maker Dennis.
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Comment by DR on July 3, 2009 at 6:59
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So sorry for your loss. My deepest sympathy to his family.
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Comment by St220 on July 3, 2009 at 6:28 -
So sorry to hear about the tragic loss to you and your family. May Dennis rest in peace and justice be served.
Barnett Shaler
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Comment by Deepwater on July 3, 2009 at 6:26
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So sorry for your loss..you all will be in our prayers
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Comment by Bre Noland on July 3, 2009 at 6:20
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What a senseless waste of a vibrant young man. My deepest sympathy to his family.
The Noland Family
Baton Rouge, LA
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Comment by JHH on July 3, 2009 at 1:02
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Sadness is overwhelming for his wife and children... for you and your family. What justice can there be for such a tragedy?
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Comment by A. Banks on July 3, 2009 at 0:52
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How truly sad. May you, your farmily and Dennis' family draw strength and comfort from the outpouring of love during such a difficult heart-wrenching time. You are all in my prayers.
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Comment by Major Bonnie on July 2, 2009 at 19:12
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My Heart is with you, Keith and all of Dennis's family and friends! Remember Dennis's love and spirt are alive and that he is now souring with the angels!
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Comment by Joel on July 2, 2009 at 14:19
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So sorry to hear of your loss. Deepest condolences to you and your family.
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Comment by Earth Mama on July 2, 2009 at 14:04
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Dear Keith and Family,
We are so sorry. How very tragic. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. We pray for justice as well. George and Susan Hancock
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Comment by Keith Mauck (Site Publisher) on July 2, 2009 at 10:02
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Thank you guys. It's much appreciated.
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