Dennis Joseph Stvan, the son of the late Otto Stvan and Mildred Emma Stvan (Machian), was born on June 29th, 1948 in Berwyn, Illinois. He entered eternal rest comfortably in his own bed at Brightview Columbia on March 31st, 2024. He was pre-deceased by his brother, Otto John “Jack” Stvan Jr.
Upon graduating high school in Berwyn, Illinois, he enrolled at the University of Illinois in Champagne where he studied Mechanical Engineering.
Dennis married Debra Davis in 1979 and four years later they moved to Columbia, Maryland with the dream of starting a family in a new diverse planned community. In Dennis’ early adult life, he loved all types of cars, attending live sporting events, and any excuse to be social.
In 1987, he welcomed his daughter Ashley and in 1990 son Christopher. He was very involved in his community. He was an Usher at Christ Memorial Presbyterian Church and enjoyed supporting his children at all their extracurricular activities. He was a dedicated employee and always a top sales producer.
In 2006, Dennis met his second wife, Carol, through mutual friends and were married in 2011. They enjoyed having dinner at their local neighborhood restaurants where everyone knew Dennis’ name and spending time with their kids and grandkids.
Dennis was a devoted Ravens fan and was passionate about cooking and gift giving. Dennis will be remembered for his sharp memory, witty personality, and generous spirit.
Dennis was a supportive husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend to many. He cared deeply about issues important to those around him. He loved his family and friends and will be dearly missed by so many.
Dennis is survived by his wife, Carol Ann Stvan (Rieschick); his two children: Ashley Rebecca Burnett (Stvan) of Dallas, TX and Christopher Davis Stvan of Edmond, OK; Son-in-Law Kevin Burnett; and three grandchildren: Kason, Harper
and Cameron. As well as Carol’s daughter Jacqueline Costell (Rieschick) and her two children: Carlin and Jackson. His memory will be greatly cherished by many other relatives and friends.
Family will be respecting Dennis’ wishes to forego a funeral service at this time.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to The Ed Reed Foundation at www.edreedfoundation.org
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