Dennis L. Hutchings '75'

Dennis Lee Hutchings, age 75, passed away peacefully at his Austin home on February 20, 2026, surrounded by his loving family.

Dennis was born on October 1, 1950, in Longview, Texas, to Willie Mae Hanon and Y.D. Hutchings. He was raised alongside his siblings in Longview Texas and was preceded in death by his sister, Doris Carraway, and his brother, Bobby Hutchings. He is survived by his brothers, Y.D. Hutchings and Jimmy Hutchings.

A gifted athlete, Dennis was an exceptional track star in his youth, earning multiple medals and state honors. After graduating from Mary C. Womack High School in 1969, he proudly enlisted in the United States Air Force, where he faithfully served his country for 21 years.

Dennis found great joy in the simple pleasures of life. He loved fishing and hunting with his sons, taking trips with his beloved wife, and, most of all, spending time with his grandchildren, who meant the world to him. He was a devoted husband, father, and grandfather who would do anything for his family.

In 1971, Dennis married the love of his life, Fay Carpenter. They shared 55 wonderful years of marriage. Their story began when Fay moved across the street from his childhood home, and from that moment on, their lives were forever intertwined.

He leaves to cherish his memory his wife, Fay Hutchings of Austin, Texas; his sons, Dennis Scott and Davin Hutchings of Austin, Texas, and Kelton Hutchings of Killeen, Texas; his ten grandchildren—Lorayne, Jaydon, Yominique, Kelton Jr., Tremont, Jammea, Alasia, Kalycia, Khamauri, and Kimauni; six great-grandchildren; his aunt, Bobbi Jean Robinson of Longview, Texas; along with four nephews, three nieces, and a host of other loving relatives and dear friends.

Dennis will be remembered for his strength, courage, and unwavering love for his family. His presence will be deeply missed, but his legacy will live on in the hearts of all who knew and loved him.