DIRECTOR

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Dennis “Denny” Dawes was born in Greenfield, Ohio, in 1950 and graduated from West Portsmouth High School in 1968. He pursued his calling to ministry at Kentucky Christian University in Grayson, KY, earning his degree in 1972. In 1971, he married his beloved wife, Joan Kamer Dawes—a partnership that has been the heart of his life and ministry.

Denny and Joan are proud parents and grandparents:

• Andrew Dawes – Sergeant, Portsmouth, Ohio Police Department
  Wife: Elaine | Daughter: Layla
• Daryn Dawes – Preaching Minister, Centerburg Church of Christ, Ohio
  Wife: Eve | Children: Josie, Mason, Gavin
• Steven Dawes – Associate Minister of Music, Capri Christian Church, Naples, Florida
  Wife: Tabitha

• Pond Creek Church of Christ, Portsmouth, OH – 1969–1971 (while in college)
• Pricetown Church of Christ, Hillsboro, OH – 1971–1976
• Fifth Avenue Church of Christ, Williamson, WV – 1976–1984
• Central Church of Christ, Portsmouth, OH – 1984–2020 (Retired July 31, 2020)
• First Christian Church, Garrison, KY – Currently serving

• Ralph F. Scott Funeral Home, Portsmouth, OH – Serving families since retirement
• KYOWVA Evangelistic Association – Director, and past President & Vice-President
• Church Camp Leadership – Camp Dean for over 30 years at
  
  • Butler Springs Christian Assembly, Sinking Spring, OH
  • Howell’s Mill Christian Assembly, Ona, WV
• Kentucky Christian University Alumni Association – Past President
• Barnabas Ministries – Director since January 2025; also a long-time Trustee

📧 Email: preachman1971@twc.com