Dennis Allan 'Bink' Sheron, 74

Dennis Allan “Bink” Sheron of Kalispell departed on Wednesday, March 7, 2018, “for his next adventure” with the love and support of his family by his side.

Dennis was born Feb. 27, 1944, in Nampa, Idaho, to Jack and Florence (Ryding) Sheron. Some of his fondest and formative experiences were created in Scobey among his family and friends. Education was to become a predominant theme in his life. In 1964, Dennis graduated from Scobey High School, then attended Rocky Mountain College in Billings. Dennis was given an athletic scholarship to Northern Montana College, playing basketball, where he earned a Bachelor of Science degree, and later a master’s degree at Eastern Montana College, in special education.

While at Northern, he met Mary Morris and they married on Aug. 20, 1966. Dennis and Mary shared 51 and a half incredible years of marriage and partnership. Both committed to education, they devoted their life’s work to children and furthering their education. Together they taught in Montana, Wyoming, Idaho and Nevada. Dennis spent 35 years in the field of education with specialized focus on providing and defining services required for those with special needs. Over his career he taught, created policy, and was a determined advocate for those with special needs.

Dennis was a true athlete and deeply competitive in all aspects of his life. Anyone who knew Dennis realized that he could make any activity into a competition. Dennis found a passion in sports and enjoyed the camaraderie and competition. Around these sports and activities he cobbled together a true band of brothers. Sports provided Dennis an important connection within the community and he was always willing to tell you what you were doing incorrectly. This mastery and vast experience was shared with many, including his cherished grandchildren.

Dennis is survived by his wife Mary, daughter Shannon of Seattle, and daughter Shawn and Don Chouinard of Kalispell; and grandchildren, Kendall, Riley, Gavin and Avery Chouinard of Kalispell, and Lila and Olivia D’Cafango of Seattle.

He was preceded in death by his parents Jack and Florence Sheron, brother John Sheron, stepfather Peyton Bennett, and his daughters Sharen and Sara.

A memorial service will be held at 1 p.m. on Saturday, March 24, at Northridge Lutheran Church in Kalispell, followed by lively celebration of life at the Buffalo Hill Golf Course.

The family has set up the Dennis Sheron Scholarship Foundation, which will provide scholarships for local basketball athletes.

In lieu of flowers, the family asks that you make a donation to the Dennis Sheron Scholarship Foundation. You can send your donation to 175 Hutton Ranch Road Ste. 103 No. 275, Kalispell Montana 59901.

Friends are encouraged to visit the website at www.buffalohillfh.com to leave notes of condolence for the family. Buffalo Hill Funeral Home and Crematory is caring for the family.