Dennis Wayne Townsley, 64 of Frankfort, died August 24, 2024 at his home. He was born August 21, 1960 in Crawfordsville, to Jerry Lee and Esther “Joan” (Monroe) Townsley. He married Crystal Tansey on November 30, 1985 and they had almost 39 years together.
Dennis was a graduate of
Frankfort High School and was a lifelong Frankfort resident. He had worked at NTK, Fontana Fasteners and Schulz IGA. In the past, he had coached soccer and baseball for his sons. He enjoyed playing racquetball, golfing, basketball and spending time with his dogs J.D., Bella and Soncho, who were his babies. Dennis was a dog lover, especially Great Pyrenees. He volunteers at the Pyrenees rescue and enjoyed walking the dogs.
Dennis is survived by his wife: Crystal Townsley of Frankfort, sons: James (Sarah) Townsley of Frankfort, Brandon Townsley of Frankfort, Andrew (Bree Palmer) Townsley of Frankfort, brother: Kevin (Jamie) Townsley of Frankfort, sister: Patty Wilcox of Frankfort, former daughter-in-law: Jasmine Harkcom of Battle Ground, sisters-in-law: Connie (Scott) Alexander of Mulberry, Shelly Tansey of Rossville, brother-in-law: Larry (Michelle) Tansey Jr. of Mulberry, grandson: Zachary Townsley, nieces & nephews: Bethany, Nathaniel, Jennifer, Kimmy, Mattie, Mason, Josh, Chasta, Lillie and Chelsea. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a sister, Connie Mounts.
Funeral Services:
Visitation will be 4-6 p.m. September 6, 2024 at Goodwin Funeral Home, 200 S. Main St., Frankfort. Funeral services will begin at 6 p.m. at the funeral home. Burial will be at a later date. Memorial donations may be made to the Indiana Great Pyrenees Rescue. Clinton County Crematory and Goodwin Funeral Home are assisting the family. Please visit goodwinfuneralhome.com, where you may leave a condolence.