Denti, Dawn Anderson

Dawn Anderson Denti, 49, passed away peacefully surrounded by the ones she laughed with, lived for and loved on July 24, 2013. Beloved daughter of Doris and the late David R. Anderson. Loving mother of Alexandria, Joseph and Victoria. Caring sister to Dale Anderson (Eamon) Kelly and David. Cherished niece and devoted friend to many. Beautiful on the inside and out, Dawn truly touched the lives of everyone she knew. She was most recognized for her avid love of sports and dedication to raising her three children. Dawn taught us all many life lessons; most importantly that quitting is never an option. Visiting hours will be held at David J. Hodder & Son, 899 McLean Ave., Yonkers on Sunday, July 28 from 2-4 & 7-9PM. Religious services will be held at the funeral home on Monday, July 29 at 10AM with an interment to follow at Kensico Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, please make donations in the name of Dawn Anderson Denti to Hospice Westchester Putnam Valley (designated for VNA Home Health Services) www.vnahv.org/donation_checkout1.cfm or LUNGevity www.lungevity.org/

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Published by The Journal News on Jul. 27, 2013.

Memories and Condolences
for Dawn Denti

21 Entries

Lori Klausner

March 27, 2021

I just got off the phone with my daughter, realizing that it’s the 24th of March and thinking that it is my friend Dawn’s birthdate. I remember her birthdate by her old email so I snuck onto the Internet to her legacy book to see that it’s not today but it’s March 27, 1964. Her email was Hotshot32764.
I thought about her being gone for eight years now, and think back to the day I found out that she had passed away from my daughter. I remember being so sad for we had shared a really nice friendship on so many different levels. We did after school activities together, we played softball together, we taught basketball together. We had many mornings sharing coffee and conversation. And we shared some great food and wine together. It was a play date with our boys when they were in kindergarten that started our journey as friends. Our daughters were also the same age and became friends, too.
Although my divorce and other things kept us apart,
I wrote to her on birthdays, on holidays, and sometimes just because when I found out that she was sick.
(For Dawn)
(Continuing March 27, 2921 - 12:17 a.m.)
I never did see her again although she rented my cousin’s home in Rye Brook for 10 or so years
Today makes me think of all our escapades, especially the one a week before Christmas when we went to Home Depot in New Rochelle, had two trees out on the roof of her van, and as we passed the New Rochelle toll one tree fell off. So whose tree stayed on, the nice Jewish girl’s.
I can fill pages with our escapades and conversations.
I’ll just say that I miss Dawn very much, and she will always hold a very special place in my heart.
Lori Klausner

Lori Klausner

July 21, 2020

When I saw this in my email, I saw Dawn’s name, and I realized that it’s seven years since she passed. In this busy world, and the new normal, I think of those days that seemed a bit simpler, more sports, more fun, more laughter. I will always be grateful for Dawn’s friendship, for how well she treated my children. I will remember our conversations, confiding in each other. I will always remember that beautiful smile. If there is such a place that we go to, I picture Dawn as a shortstop for the team up there, with her gracefully throwing the ball to home plate to get the batter out. Miss you, Dawn. Much love, Lori

July 24, 2014

July 24, 2014 - So there I was sitting in a restaurant with my daughter last night, and I realized that this is where I was last year after saying goodbye to you. I had both my children with me for you were a big part of our lives for some years. I keep lots of good memories deep in my heart and I hope that your family continues to flourish as you still push them along a good path. I miss you, Dawn, more than you could know.

Lori

November 3, 2013

This morning I read the Saints were playing the Jets. Who to root for? My son is a graduate of Tulane, my friend is a huge Jets fan smiling from up above, I am sure every time the Jets beat a team unexpectedly. I am not a big Jets fan but I chose to root for them today. (And don't tell anybody, but I've rooted for them all season) I'm smiling, too, Dawn, I'm smiling, too.

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Lori

September 26, 2013

So there I was at Pine Ridge Park on Saturday, (Sept. 21, 2013) not to dribble with you or to watch Jo-Jo and Alex play or to watch Alyssa and Victoria run around but to watch so many many young men play Three on Three basketball in your honor. When I left my mom's apartment, it was drizzling yet the sun was out. I looked up and smiled. When I arrived there, there was so much food to fuel the basketball battles and battle they did in between bagels, sandwiches, pizza and, of course, Gatorade. You'd be proud, Dawn. They played until they were slipping on the court, and they played even then. It was probably the only time I could say that I wished that had they finished that Jo-Jo's team would have beaten Alex'.
Your children did a wonderful job and I could see you in my mind putting your fingers up to your lips and whistling that Dawn brand of whistle.
You are loved and missed by so many many people.

Lori Klausner

August 3, 2013

I met Dawn in the winter of 1995. My son had a playdate with Jo-Jo for the first time while they were in kindergarten. As I climbed the steps and was about to knock on the door, I heard screaming and yelling. I thought to myself, "What have I done, letting my son come here." Well, when I saw little Alexandria's finger hanging off, I understood. My son had slammed a door on it just a few minutes earlier.
Thus, began my friendship with Dawn. Dawn was my "partner in crime" in Rye Brook. Together we ran the After School Activities for the Bruno M. Ponterio Ridge Street School. Dawn and I taught basketball (actually, she taught - I was her assistant) to first and second graders. We had such a good time. Alex and Jo-Jo played CYP basketball together, Rec baseball and, of course, football at Blind Brook. Nobody could whistle like Ms. Denti. This gal from "Yonkas" taught this gal from "da Bronx" how to actually shoot a basketball and get that sound that she called "nothin but net." Dawn could rattle off statistics in sports and she could play basketball, softball and throw a football and look so good doing it. She was an amazing shortstop on our softball team in the summer of 1999.
She was beautiful, she was generous of time and money, and when a stretch limo pulled up at my home on Paddock Road and she walked out with our other cohorts from the neighborhood, my smile was a mile long. It was one of the best nights of my life.
Dawn and I shared a lot of conversation, a lot of coffee, some wine, and we both had a huge passion for food. We probably were instrumental in keeping Crossroads in business. She even taught me how to plant.
When I heard that she was ill, I knew her e-mail by heart (Hotshot32764 - who would have thought :)) I wrote to her on birthdays, christmases and other occasions. I wanted to respect her space but I wanted her to know how grateful I was for her friendship.
I never thought that I would be writing here, as my writings I don't really put on public forums, but I wanted to express how very much I cared for Dawn, what a beautiful woman she was/is. I have a feeling that she and I will be teaching (well, me assisting) some first and second graders some day.
Joe, Alexandria, Victoria, Jo-Jo (to me :), I know you have a lot of strength. Reach out to one another to keep that strength going, and if I can help in any way, I would like to.
Dawn, thank you for a beautiful friendship.
Fondly,
Lori

Jill Ben-Porat

August 3, 2013

I want to extend my condolences to Alexandra, Joseph and Victoria on the passing of your Mother. I know what a special bond all three of you had with her. Keep those memories close to your heart. You are in my thoughts.

susan t

July 30, 2013

may god bless your mother, and children,you are truly an angel.

deneen fragoso

July 29, 2013

my friend rest in peace..you will be missed every day by every one who ever had the pleasure of knowing you....you will remain in our hearts forever...i love you dawny

K.Y.

July 29, 2013

May God comfort you. (1 Peter 5:6,7)

July 29, 2013

Joe, Alex and Victoria,

My deepest sympathies for your loss. If you ever need anything please let me know.

Joyce, Sean & Taylor Fuller

July 29, 2013

Dawn was truly an incredible young woman with tremendous character,strength,warmth,kindness,humor and gave her all to her family every day. She will always live on in our heart and mind and we are grateful we had the opportunity to know her. Love always from Steve,Harris,Eric, and Marcia Brett

Martine Curto

July 28, 2013

My heart breaks for Alexandra, Joe, and Victoria. Three beautiful children who loved their mom to pieces. Thinking of you.

Zottoli Pat

July 28, 2013

I am very sorry to hear of your loss. The family is in my prayers, with special thoughts to David Andersen and Alex Demti

Tina Foley

July 28, 2013

I have known your mother since middle school. I'm so sorry for the loss of your beautiful mother. I know you will find the strength to go on with your lives because your mom would want that. May god bless you all.

Chris White

July 27, 2013

I want to express my deepest sympathy to Dawn's family She was the greatest She always had fun and always had a smile on her face I knew her for 35 years now and I will always treasure her friendship forever. Again my sympathies go to Victoria Joseph and Alexandra and to the Denti and Anderson families She was the best God Bless Dawn and to all her family and friends

Alyssa Kapella

July 27, 2013

Dawn I know you will be missed. You were an amazing mother and friend. You touched my family in so many ways and raised the spirits of everyone who came in contact with you. I will miss you.

Tina Tobacco

July 27, 2013

Dawn, I will cherish each and every memory and every Yankee, Giant and Knicks game will bring a tear and a smile to my face forever. We shared so much quality time. Fun BBQ's beach days and our rare times of day to just go out for a glass of wine. You were the strongest person I know. We will forever miss you. Remember the T-shirt you wanted to make {ME,TINA AND LARRY} well thats how it will be forever. I love you RIP my beautiful friend.xoxo Tina and Larry

July 27, 2013

Our thoughts and prayers are with Mrs. Andersen and Dawn's beautiful children. Dawn was a beautiful and loving person.
Rest in Peace
Janice & Dick Bartley

July 27, 2013

You have my deepest sympathy for the loss of your dear daughter. I pray that God will comfort and strengthen your family. (Psalm 147:3)

Pamela Holloway

July 26, 2013

Love you Dawn. My heart is breaking. Roy and I always think of you with wonderful memories. We will always think of you and love you! Always in our heart .

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