Denis R. Dupas

June 22, 1953 - July 05, 2017

Denis R. Dupas

June 22, 1953 - July 05, 2017

Obituary

Denis R. Dupas, 64, headed home to his Father in Heaven on July 5, 2017. Born in St. Boniface, Manitoba, Denis spent the majority of his life in Vancouver, BC. His later years were spent in Ketchikan, AK and Bellingham, WA. Denis spent his working hours in industrial moving, ship repair, and new-build ship construction. He spent his non-working hours enjoying his great love for the outdoors, on the lake or camping with family and friends. He always was up for a good nap, admiring all types of art, and a practical joke. Denis is preceded in death by his father and mother. He leaves behind his wife, two daughters, eight siblings and their spouses, and countless friends and co-workers. Denis will be sorely missed by all.

A celebration of life will be held at Christ The King, 4173 Meridian Street, Bellingham WA, at 11:00 a.m. on Thursday, September 21, 2017 – casual attire. In lieu of flowers, friends and family can donate money to the www.gofundme.com/denis-dupas. Funds will be donated to a charity to help those in need.

Celebration Of Life

  • Date & Time: January 17, 9212 (12:00 AM)
  • Venue: Bellingham Christ The King
  • Location: 4173 Meridian Street Bellingham, WA 98226 - (Get Directions)
  • Phone Number: (360) 73-3-1337

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13 responses to Denis R. Dupas

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  1. I knew Denis in Ketchikan and we became good friends. In the years that I’ve known him, Denis was always a giving talented person who always seemed to know what was right for him. Being comfortable in his own skin made him a joy to be around. May we all strive to be as comfortable in our own skin as he was. May we we all “be enough” for our toughest judge- ourselves.
    Denis taught me that being right with me allows for openness, vulnerability, and that is the path to love and compassion. Thank you Denis. You will be missed.

  2. I had the pleasure of working with Denis at Apex (Vancouver, BC) in my first years out of high school. His creative solutions to complex projects inspired me in this unique trade. In the early 90’s Apex’ crews were extremely young (early 20’s), moving extraordinary objects. Without Denis’s precise planning, attention to detail and unwavering support, many of us now in our 40’s may not have been blessed with our successes.
    Denis, you are one person who I will never forget. Thank you for believing in me and giving me the opportunities you did. I am very glad to have been able to ride with you to Seattle early last year and catch up on the earlier years.

    Gary

  3. The picture of Denis in the Vancouver Sun Obit brings back soooo many fond memories.We were cabin neighbors with Denis at Pitt Lake for many years.
    Spending fabulous hours & hours entertaining each other in ways that could never be duplicated.
    Regretfully, we lost touch after he moved to Alaska but have such lasting memories.
    We would definitely be in Bellingham Sept 22, but unfortunately we’ll be 30,000 feet over the Province of Quebec.
    Our sincere condolences to his family and friends.
    Ritchie, Jacquie & Michelle Aird

  4. Ron Wille says:

    I am so very sorry to learn of Denis’ passing. It was great to work with Denis during his time at AAM. He was a great person who was funny and fun. He really cared about the people he worked with and all the folks that would end end riding on the boats that he built. While working on one of our new boats and visiting the yard, I remember the amazing trailer he designed to move one of our boats. He was a man of great abilities with a tremendous love for his family. With my deepest condolences.
    Ron Wille
    Kenai Fjords Tours
    Seward, Alaska

  5. Susan David says:

    To the Dupas Family, Please accept my deepest condolences.
    I have very fond memories of growing up together in Vancouver and all the fun that we had at your family home on 18th Avenue and out at Pitt lake.
    Take good care.
    Susan David (Lavery)

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