Dennis Allen Hackney

Buckle up for a ride through the life of Dennis Allen Hackney, the man who never met a car he couldn't make roar or a pun he wouldn't dare share. Dennis's final pit stop came on July 2, 2024, in Belton, Missouri, Dennis life ended too soon at the speedometer reading of 69. Born in the driver's seat on August 11, 1954, in Kansas City, Missouri, he shifted gears through life with a smile that could light up the darkest garage.

Dennis's road to happiness was paved with hot rods and laughter. At 15, he was already revving up for a life filled with automotive adventures. He turned his childhood love of cars into a full-throttle career, becoming the go-to guy for anyone who needed their engine tuned or a wise crack.

He took a detour to serve in the Army from 1974 to 1977, where he collected more than his share of stories and camaraderie, not to mention a few good marching tunes. Upon his return, family life took the wheel. Dennis was a father first, mechanic second, and a comedian at every opportunity.

Life threw a few speed bumps his way with a stroke at 59, but he navigated them with the help of his his devoted sister, her family and Beautiful Savior nursing home kept his spirits fueled for the final laps of his journey. He couldn't work on cars anymore but he never stopped singing those classic tunes..

Dennis leaves behind a legacy of love and laughter, Dennis leaves his three kids, Melissa, Dennis Jr. and Kristian
and six Grandchildren , his mother, Roberta Cohalla; his brother, Douglas; his sister, Darla; his Aunt Rosie; and a convoy of cousins, nieces, and nephews. He's now reunited in Heaven with his father, Bill Hackney; his brother, Daniel; his son, Mark; and his nephew, Craig Hackney.

A celebration of Dennis's life will be like a classic car show-full of memories, shine, and the occasional loud engine. Details to come, so keep your headlights on. In lieu of flowers, toss a few coins into the donation jar for Beautiful Savior Lutheran Home or The Fisher House in Kansas City, Missouri. It's what Dennis would have wanted-helping others to keep their engines running and their tires on the road. Rest Easy Brother!