LADD, Dennis Elmond

Today's News-Herald, Lake Havasu City, Arizona Published Tuesday, March 16, 2010 Dennis Elmond Ladd took his Lord’s hand and passed peacefully Feb. 25, 2010 at age 70. He was born on Oct. 1, 1939, in Cleveland, Ohio, to Elmond and Nita Ladd. Dennis was a patriot and served in the U.S. Army. He was mechanically gifted with a fondness for classic cars, and was a warm and witty person, who was devoted to his wife and family. Dennis and his wife moved to Lake Havasu City, six years ago, after retiring from a 45-year career in the aerospace industry in California. Dennis is survived by his soul mate of 27 years, Susan; daughter, Julie and husband Richard McMillen; stepson, John Chase and wife Tina; three grandchildren and his faithful poodle, Sammy. The family would like to thank New Hope Hospice and Dennis’s many friends for your care and support during this difficult time. Memorial services will be at Lietz-Fraze Chapel Saturday at 1 p.m. Thoughts and condolences may be submitted to his family at www.lietz-frazefuneralhome.com. Arrangements were placed under the care of Lietz-Fraze Funeral Home and Crematory.