Found peace on January 4, 2021 at the age of 67. Preceded in death by his parents Timothy and Elsie Murphy and nephew Josh Milton. Loving brother to Judy (Jeff) Milton, Kevin Murphy and Jeanie (Greg "Archie") Clark. Also survived by nieces Chelsea (Mike) Milton, Stasea Milton, Jessie (Drew) Justman and great-nieces and nephews; Austin, Nathan, Maddie and Izzy. Dennis was a graduate of UW-Madison, Iowa State University with a Master of Science major in statistics and University of Manitoba with a Doctorate of Philosophy. He was a professor at the University of Nevada Las Vegas and later worked as a statistician for medical research. Dennis was also an avid photographer. A memorial visitation will be Monday, June 21 at Molthen Bell from 5 to 7 PM with a service at 7 PM.