Denny Earl Ingraham, 72, of Polson, passed away on Wednesday, July 6, 2016, at his home on Flathead Lake.

He was born on Dec. 5, 1943, in Polson to Alton and Grace (Simonis) Ingraham. He lived most of his younger years in Pablo and Ronan and graduated from Missoula County High School in 1961.

In 1963 Denny enlisted in the Navy, through which he traveled the globe, retiring after a distinguished 20-year career that included a tour in Vietnam.

He was married to his first wife in 1965. They had a son, Denny Bill, in April 1966.

While being stationed in San Diego in 1967, Denny met and married Lorene Burton on Dec. 9, 1967. They had a son, Lorden, in January 1969.

He started his second career in 1986 as a health physics/engineer for Hanford Company, which he retired from in 1999. After retiring, he moved back to Polson and took residence of his parents’ home located on the shore of Flathead Lake.

He enjoyed hunting, fishing, and was an active member of Vietnam Veterans of America, the VFW, and the American Legion. He was a friend to anyone he met and could remember your name even if he hadn’t seen you in decades. His generosity, love and fantastic stories of his past will be greatly missed.

Denny was preceded in death by his father, Alton; two brothers and one sister; and son, Denny Bill.

Survivors include his wife, Lorene; mother, Grace; son, Lorden; and grandsons, Austin and Nathan.

A funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. on July 16, at the Ronan Alliance Church, 35663 Terrace Lake Road E., Ronan. A visitation will be held from noon to 6 p.m. on Friday, July 15, at Shrider-Thompson Funeral Home in Ronan.

In lieu of flowers, you may donate to the Salvation Army in Dennis’ name.

Arrangements are under the care of Shrider-Thompson Funeral Home and Crematory.