Dennis Hugh Biggerstaff, 72, of Chicago, passed away Nov. 7, 2011. Beloved father of Hope Biggerstaff (Guy Crundwell), Blythe (Andrew) Girnus and Blake Biggerstaff; cherished grandfather of Hugh and Nigel Crundwell and Keira and Julianne Girnus; devoted brother to Nancy (James) Hoolehan and Susan Mycka; loving uncle to several nieces and nephews; dear friend to many, especially Dennis Butler, Tom Mischler, Mary Bjornson, Yasmin Tiwana and Casey Deeter. Dennis graduated with a B.S. degree in Accounting from St. Joseph's College, Rensselaer, IN and recently celebrated his 50th college reunion. He received his M.S. degree in Finance from Colorado State University. Dennis retired from the Northern Trust Company in 2003 after 38 successful and loyal years. Known for his remarkable courage, infectious sense of humor, passion for travels, and heart of gold, Dennis will be dearly missed by all who knew him. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made on his behalf to ASPCA (American Society for the Prevention and Cruelty of Animals).

Visitation will be Friday, 5 to 9 p.m. at Nelson Funeral Home, 5149 North Ashland Avenue (at Foster), Chicago. Funeral service Saturday 10 a.m. at the funeral home. Interment will follow at Graceland Cemetery, 4001 N. Clark Street, Chicago.