Dennis Palko

Dennis George Palko, age 70, of Hilliard passed away March 3rd, 2021. Dennis will be remembered by those who knew him for his kind heart and giving nature.  Dennis spent his life giving to others. He was often involved in volunteer work including church fish fries, annual city car shows, house repairs for neighbors, and working part-time at Lowes after retiring from a long career working in logistics and warehouse management. Even in his last days, Dennis agreed to participate in a clinical trial for the treatment of COVID-19 in hope to save others. Those who know Dennis will talk about his pride for his sons and their accomplishments. He would often say that his boys were the best thing he ever did in this life.  Dennis enjoyed riding motorcycles with his son Adam and watching his son Aaron compete in lifting competitions. Dennis had a passion for fixing things. He would take broken and discarded objects and find a way to fix them to give them new life. Dennis was preceded in death by his parents William Palko and June Palko Rebar, brothers Robert Palko and William Palko Jr. He was survived by his sons Brian (Shelli) Palko, Adam Palko, Aaron Palko, Sister, Patricia (Peach) Murphy. His grandchildren, Chase and Chance Palko along with numerous other family and loved ones. The family will receive friends at Tidd Funeral Home, Sunday, March 14th from 12 pm - 2 pm. Memorial service will begin at 2 pm.