From Kepner Funeral Home:
Dennis K. Hon, 77, of Wheeling, WV, passed away on December 15, 2025, at Good Shepherd Nursing Home following a long battle with Parkinson’s Disease and Lewy Body Dementia.
He was born on May 15, 1948, in Evansville, IN, son of the late James and Mary Hon. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his sister, Karen Kays.
He is survived by his loving wife of 57 years, Martha Hon and his children, Kara Barkley (Matt) and granddaughter, Hallie Barkley, and his son, Derek Hon (Nikki) and grandchildren, JD and Tilly Hon. He is also survived by his brother-in-law, Ray Kays and nephews, Kash and Kort Kays.
His career began by teaching Mathematics at the downtown campus of West Liberty State College, before he assumed a role at The Linsly School where he served as the Math Department Chair, taught Advanced Placement Calculus and coached several sports. Dennis also utilized his talents as a grader and presenter for the College Board. Outside of teaching, he was an avid sports fan, playing softball and tennis.
Special thanks to the staff of Amedisys Hospice and Good Shepherd Nursing Home (2 Center), for all their love and care of Denny.
Friends will be received for a memorial visitation on Saturday, January 3, 2026 from 10 AM until the time of the memorial service at 1 PM at Christ United Methodist Church, 1232 National Road, Wheeling, WV 26003 with Reverend Joe Hill officiating.
Arrangements made by Kepner Funeral Homes, 900 National Road, Wheeling, WV (304-232-2732).
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to the Dennis Hon Endowed Chair in Mathematics at Linsly School, 60 Knox Lane, Wheeling, WV 26003.
From the Linsly Community:
| The Linsly School mourns the recent passing of Denny Hon, who taught mathematics at The Linsly School for nearly forty years. Known for his exceptional teaching and his ability to relate to his students regardless of their capacity for mathematics, Denny was remarkable in his ability to instruct not only those who were mathematically gifted but also those with less mathematical prowess. Through his tenure at The Linsly School, Denny provided a firm foundation in mathematics to hundreds of students while simultaneously helping to elevate the Linsly mathematics department. The Linsly School sends its deepest condolences to Denny’s wife, Martha, and their children: Kara (’92) and Derek (’95). For obituary and memorial information, please click the link below. |
