DENNIS DEAN STIFFLER

Dennis Dean Stiffler passed away on March 9 and is now at peace in Heaven with his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. Dennis was born on February 18, 1950, in Tulare, California, to his parents, Lucy Edna Stiffler and Chester Lee Stiffler. He grew up in Tulare with his two brothers and attended Tulare city Schools. Dennis graduated from Tulare Western High School in 1968 and continued his education at College of the Sequoias, graduating in 1970. During his high school and college years, he worked at Palace Market, where he developed the strong work ethic and friendly spirit that would define his life.

In 1973, Dennis married the love of his life, Sharron, whom he met at church. Dennis began working for the Internal Revenue Service in 1971 and faithfully served 45 years until his retirement in 2016. He genuinely enjoyed helping people and took pride in assisting other with their problems.

Faith was central to Dennis’s life. Over the years he attended The First Church of God in Tulare, Fresno, and the Washington, D.C. area. Later he attended Faith Baptist Church and The Nazarene Church in Visalia, and most recently Valley Baptist Church in Bakersfield. Dennis loved serving the Lord and was actively involved in ministries including the children’s bus ministry, Evangelism Explosion, working in the Prayer Garden, and helping with Easter and Christmas productions.

Dennis was a devoted husband, father, and grandfather. He and Sharron were blessed with one daughter Ashley. He especially loved spending time with his grandsons, Rowen and Kade, who brought him great joy.

Dennis is survived by his wife, Sharron; daughter Ashley; Rowen and Kade; brother, Ron; and numerous nieces and nephews. The family would also like to thank the staff at Hoffman House for their gentle and compassionate care during Dennis’s final days in what the family lovingly called God’s waiting room.

Graveside service will be held at Tulare District Cemetery on Thursday, March 19^th at 11:00 a.m. Dennis will be remembered for his unwavering faith, servant’s heart, and deep love for his family. Though he will be greatly missed, his loved ones find comfort knowing he is rejoicing in Heaven.