Dennis John Heyden, 73, passed away Monday, July 30, 2018 at Frankfort Regional Medical Center. Born April 1, 1945 in Elizabeth, New Jersey, Dennis was the son of the late John and Claire Brennen Heyden.Dennis was a retired small business owner. He loved animals, history, rocks, art and enjoyed listening to and playing music. Dennis is survived by his two daughters, Michelle (Megan Thomas) Heyden of Chicago and Kate (Scott) Slankard of Lawrenceburg, KY; his sister Carol Beam of Florida; and his twenty- two year old cat Sweet Pea.Cremation was chosen. A memorial service will be held at a later date. Ritchie and Peach Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.Memorials are suggested to The Humane Society of The United States, 1255 23 ^rd Street NW, Suite 450, Washington DC, 20037.