Dennis A. Thomann, 94 died on March 16, 2010. He was born January 27, 1916 in Kenmore, NY. The son of Dennis and Mary Thomann . He is survived by wife Louise Soucha, and sons Timothy, Michael, Dennis and Douglas with his first wife Genevieve Marie Thomann, deceased Feb 3, 1993. He was also proceeded in death by his daughter Cyndi

Dennis was involved in the family business of paving contractors. Later, he started his own business, "Dennison Contracting" with his four sons. While involved in insurance sales with Prudential Insurance he became top salesman. As he was growing up, he practiced and taught gymnastics, and to the surprise of his friends, they were shown a photo of him doing a handstand on top outer edge of an eight story building. For three years he worked for the circus performing on the trapeze and other gymnastic routines. He was very active in the community including volunteering as a fireman for decades and also serving as Erie County Deputy Sheriff in the Mounted Police Division with his horses.

One of his favorite activities included boating and he was a long time acting member of the Buffalo Yacht Club. He loved playing tennis regularly which was one of his true pleasures. At retirement he moved to Florida with his wife and mother of his children, "Genevieve", where they continued an active social life. In 1982 they moved to Flagstaff, AZ to be closer to their children who also lived in Arizona and Texas.

Dennis was very devoted to the Catholic Church and made numerous contributions to the church and other charities. He was an esteemed member of The Knights of Columbus and the Lion's Club. He dearly loved his family and friends and will most be remembered for his storytelling describing many of his talents. His children know that a short obituary could never fully describe the great attributes of his life's history and accomplishments. His family and friends will miss him.

Holy Rosary and Vigil Service will be Monday 9:00 a.m. with Funeral Mass beginning at 10:00 a.m. at St. Pius X Catholic Church. Entombment will follow at Citizens Cemetery.