Dennis Cockayne, Sr.

Dennis Cockayne, Sr., 67, passed away on Wednesday, August 17, 2016. Dennis was born to Kenneth and Bernice Cockayne on December 7, 1948 in Des Moines, Iowa.

Dennis was an accomplished Golden Glove Boxer in the 60’s and later fought in the Tough Man Contest, and became a promotor. He lived and breathed competition, which he excelled at in every way possible, whether it be fighting, men’s fast pitch softball or roller skating. Dennis was a dedicated employee of the City of Des Moines. He truly never met a stranger, and touched many people’s lives with his witty sense of humor. He took great pride in being a member of Friendly Sons of St. Patrick and Southside Cares. His fondness for singing karaoke and dancing will never to forgotten.

Those left to cherish his memory include his sons, Dennis (Ashley) Cockayne, Jr., and Jeremy Cockayne; granddaughters, Lauren, Cecilia, Olivia, and Samantha; and siblings, Casey Cockayne, Karolyn Fitzgibbon, and Sharon Fisher. His beloved extended family from Vemidiji Minnesota, including; Michelle, Michael and Kendra (Kimmy) Cockayne.

Dennis was preceded in death by his parents; and his sister, Denise.

Visitation will be held at 9 a.m. Thursday, August 25, 2016, with funeral service following at 11 a.m., at Hamilton’s Funeral Home, 605 Lyon Street, Des Moines. Burial will follow services at Laurel Hill Cemetery.

Memorial contributions may be directed to the family in loving memory of Dennis.

Condolences may be expressed at
www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com.

The family would like to give special thanks to Urbandale Rehabilitation for their excellent care of Dennis.

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