Dennis M. Partridge, 73, of Ellwood City, passed away on February 4, 2025, at Heritage Valley Beaver Medical Center in Beaver. He was the son of the late Francis (Mike)and Dorris (Cookie) (Cook) Partridge and was born in Ellwood City on January 19, 1953.
He is survived by his two sons; William Partridge and his wife Sarah of Ellwood City, Steven Partridge of St. Thomas, USVI, one grandson; Luke Partridge, his brothers; Tim Partridge and his wife Sharon of Cambridge, Ontario, Terry Partridge and his wife Linda of Gahanna, OH, Scott and Danielle Dennis, and Ms. Jean Rosak, who were very close friends of the family, as well as numerous nieces, nephews and friends.
Dennis was a 1970 graduate of Lincoln High School and a 1974 graduate of Edinboro University of Pennsylvania with a degree in social studies. He taught at Lincoln High School, Blackhawk High School, and Freedom Senior High School from 1982-2012, when he retired. Dennis had taught high school history and American Government /Economics for over 30. He and his sons loved to travel and loved fishing and taking trips to Gettysburg. He was a loving father, grandfather, brother and dedicated educator.
He was preceded in death by his grandparents; John and Catherine Partridge and Clifford and Vera Cook.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Salvation Army or the Ellwood City Library in Mr. Partridge’s name.
A Memorial Service will be held on a future date at Bell Memorial Presbyterian Church, with Pastor Steve Plyler, officiating.
Inurnment will be in Locust Grove Cemetery.
Cremation Arrangements entrusted to the Turner-Hyde Funeral & Cremation Services located at 6th and Park in Ellwood City.
So sorry. With prayers for peace that God alone can give. May God hold you all in the shelter of His mighty wings.
very sorry, condolences to steven and billy and my gradeschool and highschool friend tim partridge…
I worked with Dennis at Freedom High School. Very nice guy, very smart and kind. He had a good sense of humor with the students.