10/08/2026
It has been one hell of Journey- Dennis
Growing up in good old Maryborough Kaye and Dennis found one another. Dennis had an eye on Kaye for quite some time.
But it wasn’t until Kaye made the first move at Kaye’s sisters wedding!
She knew Dennis was at the cinemas around the corner and quickly ducked out of the wedding to meet him. Kaye’s father said “he better be worth it.”
They then went on their hot date the next day on the 29th October 1966. You really could say the rest is history! They have two children, 1 daughter and 1 son.
Dennis and Kaye owned a local business Bearing Service center in 1981 “the Ball bearing Bird”. Bearings became a well known business in the Fraser coast community.
I asked them what they believe was their secret to staying together for 60 years and married for 57 was. Dennis said - Patience and Kaye said work hard and working together. Michelle, Daughter asked, “you aren’t going to be that couple that you didn’t fight?” Gosh no - Kaye replied.
Challenges come across in every relationship, but
in August 2024 Dennis was diagnosed with MND- Motor Neuron Disease. This is a rare, progressive neurological condition where the motor nerves in the brain and spinal cord gradually damage and shut down. The only way to diagnose is to eliminate everything else.
Dennis’ earliest symptoms was fishing with the grandkids and he was unable to tie his fishing Knots. Though only being diagnosed in 2024 they believe symptoms and signs were there earlier.
They have spent years traveling to K’gari (Fraser Island) on numerous fishing and camping adventures. Kaye would read a book and make the coffee while Dennis would fish! Opposites really do attract! Kaye’s Grandfather was the Middle Bluff lighthouse keeper at Woody Island for many years.
Through the hard times they have worked together, shown love and still laugh through it all. Dennis, through his diagnosis is still his cheeky self, laughing and reminiscing through strories. Dennis has said he’s had one hell of journey!
Thank you for allowing me to come into your home and capture a small glimpse into your life. I agree with Dennis, it’s been one hell of journey. But your love is something that will be remembered through your families.