Dennis and Mary Brailey

FUNERAL HOME

Brandon Funeral Home - Fitchburg

305 Wanoosnoc Rd.

Fitchburg, Massachusetts

Dennis Brailey Obituary

Dennis F. and Mary L. Brailey was accountant, Navy vet, WWII; 77 retired Groton-Dunstable School teacher; 70 TOWNSEND Dennis F. 77, and Mary L. (Boyer) Brailey, 70, of Townsend, passed away in St. Joseph's Hospital, Nashua, New Hampshire, after sustaining injuries in an automobile accident which occurred on August 28, 2008. Dennis leaves a sister, Hellen A. Ball of Fitchburg; 3 nieces, Wendy Ball of Fitchburg, Denise Wood and Patricia Kelley, both of New Hampshire; a nephew, Douglas Brailey of Fitchburg; and several grand nephews and nieces. Mary leaves her brother-in-law, Angelo Kirousis; and niece and nephew, Marney and Kyle Kirousis. Dennis was born in Fitchburg, son of William J. and Bessie F. (Brown) Brailey. Dennis graduated from Fitchburg High School in 1949, and Bryant and Stratton College in Boston. He was an accountant at various businesses, and a WWII Veteran serving in the U.S. Navy. Mary was born in Evanston, Ill., daughter of George H. and Mary E. (Hayward) Boyer. Mary graduated from Fitchburg High School in 1956, and received her Bachelor's degree in special education from Fitchburg State College. She was a special education teacher for The Groton-Dunstable School for 32 years. She was also a member of The Order of The Eastern Star. Dennis and Mary had just celebrated their 45th wedding anniversary on June 29th. They were members of Christ Episcopal Church in Fitchburg, All Saint's Church in Whalom, and the Golden Age Club. They enjoyed doing many things together but most enjoyed driving Santa Claus around Townsend to visit children at Christmas. BRAILEY A funeral service for Dennis and Mary will be held at 1:00 p.m. on September 17, 2008 in Brandon Funeral Home, 305 Wanoosnoc Rd., Fitchburg. Calling hours will be held from 4-7 p.m. on Tuesday, September 16 in the funeral home. Burial will be private. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to The Senior Center, 222 Main Street, Townsend, MA 01469.

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Published by Sentinel & Enterprise on Sep. 15, 2008.

Memories and Condolences
for Dennis Brailey

11 Entries

Gwen Gilson

October 22, 2008

Jim and I were saddened to hear of your loss. Mary and I taught together for many years. She was a dedicated and loving teacher. Dennis and Jim shared the same birthday, and sometimes we shared the day together. We now share in your loss.

Jim and Gwen Gilson

Yahaira Choice Insurance

September 25, 2008

To Family and friends
So sorry for your lost, they were great people and they will be miss and remember forever

Dick and Jane Peterson

September 21, 2008

My history with Dennis goes back to his being the Crucefer and I a torch bearer at Christ Church Fitchburg at age 11. I next met his lovely wife Midge in Junior High School a few years later. Jane and I became reunited with the pair at All Saints Chapel in Whalom. They were a loving and commited Christian couple never saying no to volunteering around the church. We've moved on and unfortunately lost touch with them much to my chagrin. The will be missed

Denise Wood

September 19, 2008

I love you both. You will be greatly missed by us, your family. I still keep looking for you to come through the door to tell me a joke or ask computer questions. We will be together again, but until then, save all of those jokes. I love you Uncle Dennis and Aunt Midge.
Your Niece

Terri Matte

September 17, 2008

To family and friends of Mary and Dennis,

How sad to hear of the loss of this loving couple. I worked with Mary in the special education department in Groton Dunstable for many years. She was a dedicated and caring teacher. I also was gifted with a special Christmas ornament crocheted by Mary and I think of her every year when I hang it on my Christmas tree.

My thoughts are with you in your loss.

Deb Caras

September 17, 2008

To the family of Dennis and Mary,
I also worked with Mary for many years in the Groton-Dunstable School System and also received a beautifully hand-made gift from Mary when my daughter was born. In those days, there were many young staff members starting families, and it was always exciting to see what Mary had created for the mom-to-be. I remember Dennis always attended every school event with Mary, no matter how mundane. It was obvious they loved each other very much.

Glenda Kovaliv

September 17, 2008

To the family of Dennis and Mary ~ I am so sorry for your sudden loss. I worked with Mary for 17 years in the Groton-Dunstable school system. One of my treasures is a baby sweater set that she made when my son was born. I will remember a loving and talented lady.

Paula Butcher

September 17, 2008

I feel really bad that I just found out. I live across the street from the Brailey's and found out from a neighbor that they passed on. I was acutually going to check on them when no one answered. They loved to see the kids play in the yard in the summer with the water slide. I would like to tell the family how sorry for you sudden loss.

The Butcher Family

Susan and Jim Andrews

September 16, 2008

Jim and I were saddened to hear about this serious accident. May Dennis and Mary both rest together in peace.
Susan and Jim Andrews

Jim carey

September 16, 2008

To the family of Dennis and Mary Brailey, Dennis was a childhood friend and classmate of mine. My condolences on your loss. May they both rest in peace..who knows maybe Dennis will become the mayor of Heaven

Lisa Correa

September 15, 2008

To the family of Dennis & Mary Brailey, I had the pleasure of knowing the Braileys just for a breif time. ( I was a bank teller ) They were one of my favorite couples to wait on. I hope you find comfort in knowing they are still together after all these years. I'm sure their dogs are happy to have them "home" as well. May the Lord ease your pain in this difficult time.

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