John Dennis Wentworth passed away peacefully at home on April 7, 2025. Dennis was born on May 3, 1950, in Willits. He and his brother Robert were fraternal twins and shared many childhood memories. His parents were John and Bernadette Wentworth.

After his family moved to Eureka, Dennis graduated from Eureka High School, class of 1969. He made many lifelong friends during his high school years. After high school, Dennis joined the Navy and was trained as a cook. He was assigned to submarine duty and spent time in the Pacific and off the coast of Vietnam.

After returning home, Dennis sharpened his cooking skills working at Angelo’s Pizza, where he was the manager. Looking to increase his income, Dennis then began working for various car dealerships in Eureka. His outgoing personality suited him well in this profession. Looking for more independence, he started his own business, “Mow and Blow Lawn and Tree Service,” which he worked at until his health started to fail. In his younger years he had a passion for surfing with his buddies Mike Niekrasz and Mike Coropassi. Sometimes his lawn business was put on hold as he and his friends snuck off to surf.

Later in life Dennis took up sailing. He became very competitive racing in Humboldt Bay, Whiskeytown, Lakeport and Big Lagoon. He was a member of the Humboldt Bay Yacht Club and served as the Commodore.

Dennis leaves behind the mother of his two boys, Sally Schick, his wife of 24 years, Dorothy Wentworth, sons Tyler (Amber), Jason (Brittany), his foster daughter Reanna, his stepsons Jeff and Nick Comer, as well as 18 grandchildren.

He was predeceased by his brothers Robert and Larry Wentworth as well as his parents John and Bernadette Wentworth. The family would like to extend a special thank you to Hospice of Humboldt who provided wonderful care and support in his final days. A thank you also goes out to his care provider, Eslys Salazar, and the local veterans network, who provided support.

There will be a memorial service at the Elks Lodge on Herrick Ave. June 8, 2025, from 1 to 3 p.m.

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