of Conway, AR
December 16, 1936 - August 15, 2024
Dennis "Denny" Leroy Durigan, 87, of Conway, Arkansas went to be with the Lord on August 15, 2024. He was born December 16, 1936 in Minneapolis, Minnesota to Emmett and Gladys Durigan. Dennis was preceded in death by his parents; brother, Tommy and daughter, Dana Gainey.
Throughout his life, Dennis was an avid hunter and fisherman. He loved to engage in these activities at the family cabin in northern Minnesota. After taking an early retirement in 1987, he and Claudia purchased an RV and embarked on numerous adventures across the U.S. Dennis enjoyed making home movies and later, videotapes which documented their travels.
Dennis is survived by Claudia, his loving wife of 65 years. Also survived by his son, Drew; son-in-law, Brian Gainey; grandsons, Austin Gainey, Carson Gainey and Elliott Gainey; his sister, Pat Magnuson; plus nieces and nephews.
A celebration of Dennis' life will be held at a future time and place to be determined. Please share your thoughts and memories of Dennis in our online guestbook at www.rollerfuneralhomes.com/conway
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10 Condolence(s)
Karen & Jim Lackie
Saturday, September 14, 2024
We are dear friends of Brian’s. Sending Deepest sympathy.Your daughter &
Brian raised 3 wonderful sons.
In Christian love, Jim & Karen Lackie
From Louisiana
Betsie Mills
Tuesday, August 20, 2024
Sending deepest sympathy.
Tammy Wortham
Tuesday, August 20, 2024
Claudia, Drew, Uncle Brian, and family…
I am so sorry to hear this news. We are praying for all of you during this time. We can only imagine the welcome home party Dana is having for her dad.
I love you all- Tammy
Vicki Fuller
Monday, August 19, 2024
My heart, Prayers, and sympathy to you Drew, your mother and all of the family at Dennis passing.
His memories will remain until you meet again. Your father was a kind and special man.
Terri Poulsen
Monday, August 19, 2024
I am so very sorry, Drew. I pray for peace and comfort for your family in this time of great sorrow. May your father rest in the arms of Christ.
Paul and Robin Maynard
Monday, August 19, 2024
We are so sorry to hear that Denny has passed. He was a good and faithful servant who will be missed by many. We love you all and are thankful that he and Dana are together again.
Anthony Downes
Monday, August 19, 2024
God bless brother lost my mother July 3 both my parents gone now
Donna Tovsen
Monday, August 19, 2024
Sending my deepest condolences to the Durigan family. I am always here for you Drew.
Kristi Duffy
Monday, August 19, 2024
Man, Drew this one is always rough. Mine passed in 2018, cancer. Take heart that your true friends are right here for you.
Kristine Skeens
Monday, August 19, 2024
Deepest sympathies to Claudia and Drew. Dennis will be missed. May God bless you and your family as He welcomes Dennis home.