Dennis Carl Bares Obituary
We bid farewell to Dennis Carl Bares in Forest Grove, Oregon, whose journey of life gracefully concluded on July 3, 2025 at the age of 85. Dennis Carl touched countless lives with warmth and kindness, leaving behind cherished memories that will forever echo in hearts. Family and friends are welcome to send flowers or leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Arthur Gabriel Joseph Bares and Rosamund M. Bares (Kemp); his stepfather Paul Otto Fehlberg; and his siblings, Michael Bares, Dennie Fehlberg, Kristine Fehlberg and Statia "Jan" Vanderhoof.
He is survived by: his wife Kathleen Bares of Beaverton, Oregon; his daughter Lynn; his son-in-law Bob Brennan of Somerville, Maine; his foster son Kelly Wells of New Portland, Maine.; his grandchildren, Christopher, Samantha Wells of Waterville, Maine, Katlyn Wells of Auburn, Maine, Mackenzie Wells of Sangerville, Maine and Dawson Wells of Augusta, Maine; and his great grandchildren, Axl Osgood, Raven Jenkins and Waylen Ruest. He is also survived by several nieces and nephews.
A graveside service was held on Wednesday, July 23rd 2025 at 2:00 PM at the Sunset Hills Memorial Park (6801 SW Sunset Hwy, Portland, OR 97225).