I worked on the Julia Belle back in the early-mid 70s and I'll tell you one amazing thing about Dennis (there were many). He had a photographic memory. When we were travelling from town to town in the summer and doing weekend festivals where we'd run excursion trips, Dennis would head for the library as soon as we'd arrive in the new town. He'd read up on a bunch of local history, instantly memorize it, and by the time we ran our first trip he would have a detailed historical narration to recite over the loudspeakers as he piloted, enthralling the passengers with stories he had just learned!

He was a true Rennaisance man and a beautiful spirit. I will always cherish the memories of my time there and knowing him.

My condolences to Libby and family...Orville Johnson