Dennis Cummings

Dennis Cummings, 71 of Natrona Heights, unexpectedly passed away on 12/31/2024 while at home with family. Born 4/28/53 in Natrona Heights, he was the son of the late Leonard and Lydia Cummings. Denny was always a hardworking family man, tough, and honest. He was an employee of 43rd Street Concrete for 44 years, and had been retired since 2016. He enjoyed his canoe trips, hunting, time at camp, and spending time with loved ones. 

He spent 52 years with his loving wife, Marie Cummings and have 2 sons Shawn (Tracy) Cummings and Eric (Ashley) Cummings. Survived by his mother in law Barbara Pleva, and preceded in death by his father in law Anthony Pleva. Also survived by his sister in law Marianne (Larry) Drane, and their daughter Nicole (Chris) Bova and their children, his sister Hope Wetter and brother Robert Cummings, grandchildren Jerrika, Julia, Jake, Colin, and Leah Cummings. He also had many nieces and nephews. 

He also has left behind friends as close as family Jimmy (Helen) Gannon, Paul (Debbie) Koedel, Butch (Mary) Nelson from camp, and his good buddy Mike Klein. 

He will be loved and missed by many. In lieu of flowers, our family has asked for donations to Citizens Hose Ambulance Service (965 Burtner Road, Natrona Heights, PA 15065. Citizens167@gmail.com), as they have been a crucial help with emergencies with his mother in law, and other family members over the past few years. There will not be a public viewing, as his wishes were to have Marie home with family and visitors after his passing.