My condolences to the family. I met Dennis Radosevich 11 months ago, while having breakfast on the sidewalk in the streets of Seattle, Washington after some conversation over breakfast, we realized we were all boarding the same cruise ship that morning for Alaska for the next seven days Dennis Nancy myself and Bunny became close friends doing excursions together making memories and sharing special moments
Three days into the cruise that night Dennis shared his health conditions with us. I was totally blown away I thought how could this be? The man I had just become friends with, for the last three days was so full of life joy and laughter always smiling and super happy
I think God that he allowed Dennis and I to become friends and spend seven days together
You could say I'm a bit jealous, but at the same time happy for those who have known Dennis all their lives
He truly was an amazing man in lives darkest hours, Dennis had the ability to to live life to its fullest with laughter joy and happiness while showing others the same when he could make someone else smile and be happy I think that was some of his happiest moments
What a testimony he has left for us all
Dennis you will be missed by your little cruise buddy from Tennessee
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“Living in the moment is a gift, that is why they call it the present.” Dennis said this to me more than once. As a friend, sibling, customer, co-worker, or parent , Dennis was a gift. To say he was one of a kind is an understatement. My condolences to all of us as he gave so much to us all. I know I will miss his contagious laugh and hugs. All the memories being with Dennis bring a smile to my face. Bringing happiness to others was his mission. Mission accomplished my friend.
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My heartfelt condolences to the Radosevich family and to all who feel his loss so deeply. This is a letter I wrote to him but missed being able to give it to him by one day-teaching me never to put off saying what needs to be said for even a day. Here goes. “A few words about “Radzs’ Excellent Adventure.” I believe He put you on this earth to teach us how to live with joy, gratitude, HUMOR, and of course, authenticity. And you were soooo excellent at the mission. You have been excellent to all your friends and family and most importantly, an excellent and exceptional Dad. Now your light is showing us how to do the-I’ll call it the “wind down” and in reality, we’re all in the wind down-not far behind you really. You are teaching us to be positive and brave-as you have been a Warrior Beast in your fight. Again, excellent teaching. And so I thank you! It has been an Honour to travel this journey with you and your excellent light.” But what I'll miss maybe the most about Radz-is that HUG-you all know the one I’m talking about- his arms stretched wide and the biggest bear hug ever!!! So much love.
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It was shocking to hear of Dennis’s passing. I know we weren’t close for so many years and now you’re gone. We were best of friends along time ago. We shared so many close times. The Hyatt, NY, our weddings, and the pizzeria Fiasco. After that we went our separate ways. During our friendship it was a pleasure to be included in with your family. Over the years we touched base a few brief times, with the hopes of someday perhaps getting together. The old someday we’ll get together has come and gone. Very sorry Den! I think of our time together from time to time, not too often though. We had some incredible life experiences together. Thanks! You once shared some advice to me. When going through a difficult career decision and having a difficult time with my father you had given me the very supportive advice. You told me exactly what I needed to hear. “ Chris no matter what you choose you’re going to be successful, you’re one of those kind of people!” Over the years I’ve enjoyed seeing you in our wedding picture on the wall and remembering our youthful zest for life we shared the short time we ran together. Den I pray that we’ll make the cut and one day see each other in heaven. God Bless to you and your loved ones! JMJ
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To the Radosevich family – My deepest sympathies go out to you. Soon the memories will come forward bringing smiles, laughs and replace the sadness of what Dennis called his transitioning. What a blessing to have the faith Dennis had. It’s hard to express my feelings, so let me just say I loved Dennis. 50 years of friendship. So many experiences, times hanging out together, and talks. I feel so fortunate to know him.
So much has already been said about Dennis. What an impact he made on so many lives. Dennis had an infectious happiness. A love for life. An unbelievable outlook. A group of our friends coined it as RPA, Radz (Dennis’ nick name) Positive Attitude. With RPA every problem can be faced, you always have hope, and continue to have fun with your family and friends. Good times or bad. RPA was Dennis’ way of teaching us a very important life’s lesson: love your family, bring joy to others, have fun, always be positive, and never give up hope.
Dennis – thank you for the wonderful friendship, Bro! You will always be part of my family. But what I hang onto so dear to my heart and mind, I too believe and know you’ve transitioned. We’ll be seeing each other when the time comes. In the meantime, work on starting the downswing slower, you’ll be able to stay down on the shot ;-) I love you Radz, and in your physical absence, I will do my best to live with RPA! You’re missed for now, loved forever, and I know when it’s my time to join you, a party is in the works! 333!
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2022, Spartan Stadium, West Shaw Lane, East Lansing, MI, USA
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2020, Cedarville, MI, USA
The Distillery for the 1st out of 4 times that week06/29/2023
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