Dennis T. Cleary, 66, a resident of Gardnerville, died Feb. 28, 2009 at home. He was born Aug. 22, 1942 in Joliet, Ill. to Burl T. and Theresa M. Cleary. Among his survivors are his mother Theresa Cleary; sisters Kaycee Hawkins, Maureen Ryan, Patricia Fewless; brothers Thomas and Stephen Cleary. No services are being held. Capitol City Cremation & Burial is in charge of arrangements.