Dennis Wayne Boen

He graduated from Lilbourn in 1961.

He worked as a firefighter and paramedic after moving to Orlando.

He was actively involved in taking care of and raising his family of five children.

He was preceded in death by his mother, Eleen Sickrey and his father, Gus Boen.

He is survived by His wife of 62 years, Anita Louise Boen, five children Allen Boen (Susan Boen), Lynndell Boen, Tracy Boen Pierce (Phillip Pierce), Michael Boen (Carmelita Arce), Desiree Boen Racquer (Matthew Racquer), seven grandchildren, David Boen (Daniel McCoy), Katie Boen-Stevens (Scott Stevens), Jeffrey Dombroski (Keira Dombroski), Matthew Dombroski, Cameron Boen, Shelby Taylor-Delmont (Joseph Delmont), Austin Taylor (Heidy Perez-Taylor), three great grandchildren, Jackson Stevens, Mary Rose Stevens, and Ellie Mae Delmont, and his sisters Lynne Sickrey (Rob Smith) and Debi Boen.

Dennis was a veteran of the United States Air Force. He was a gentle, caring man who would give you the shirt off his back if he thought you needed it. He sacrificed his career as a firefighter and EMT to stay home and raise his children. He was a brave man, who would be calm and reassuring no matter what the circumstance may have held. His family always knew that he would be strong and protective. He loved spending time with his family and enjoyed the many activities Florida has to offer. He was a talented artist who enjoyed woodworking, history, national geographic and had a love for animals of all kinds. Throughout his life he had many beloved pets from a horse named Poncho, a rescued squirrel, ferrets and birds too many dogs and cats.

The family would like to thank Gentiva Hospice Care for the care and compassion they showed our loved one in their final days.

In lieu of flowers, please consider making a donation in his honor to Orange County Animal Services.