Dennis Lee Brunson

Dennis Lee Brunson, age 69 passed away on June 11, 2026. He was born September 14, 1956, to Don and Doris (Hauf) Graham.

Dennis was raised in the Ranchester/Dayton area and graduated in 1974 from Tongue River HS. He was a football legend, setting many records at TRHS and was honored to be picked to play in Wyoming’s First Shrine Bowl game. After his schooling, he became a skilled finish carpenter. Many homes in the area have been beautified by his work. Retirement brought time for gardening, spending time with friends and enjoying his pets. Dennis was a master at making sauerkraut and shared with many.

He is survived by his fiance Susie Lee Floretta and sisters Debbie Pilcher and Deanne Hines, sister-in-law Tammi Brunson. He was preceded in death by his father Don Graham, mother Doris Lawson, and brother Duane Brunson.

A Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday, June 20, 2026, at the Dayton Community Hall, from 2:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.

Inurnment will take place in the Dayton Cemetery on Tuesday, June 23, 2026, at 11:00 a.m.

Online condolences may be written at https://www.kanefuneral.com/. Champion Kane Funeral Home has been entrusted with local arrangements.