Dennis London DeLucia
1944-2013
DRACUT -- Dennis London DeLucia, 69, a long time Dracut resident, died unexpectedly on Sunday November 24, 2013 at Lowell General Hospital. He was the beloved husband of Martha (Finnerty) DeLucia with whom he would have celebrated their 44th wedding anniversary on December 6, 2013.
Born in Boston on September 9, 1944, he was a son of the late Joseph and Pauline (London) DeLucia.
Dennis served in the United States Air Force from 1962 until 1966, during the Vietnam War. After his honorable discharge from the Air Force, Dennis began his career as a Firefighter for the City of Lowell from 1972 until his retirement in 1999. After retirement, Dennis worked for the Town of Dracut Cemetery Department for many years until recently. He held membership in the VFW, American Legion, Wilmington/Tewksbury Lodge of Elks and the Retired Firefighters Association. He was also a proud lifetime member of the Dracut Civic Club. He worked hard all his life but would tell you that his greatest achievement was his loving family.
In addition to his wife, Martha, survivors include a daughter Julie (DeLucia) Buchanan and her husband, Glen of Dracut; three sons, Anthony DeLucia of Dracut, Nicholas DeLucia and his wife, Megan of Dracut, U.S.A.F. Tech Sgt. Christopher DeLucia and his wife, Keri of Las Vegas, NV; nine grandchildren, Matthew, Jack and Joseph Buchanan, Samantha and Alexandra DeLucia, Rocco and Lyla DeLucia, Samuel and Adam DeLucia; three brothers, Joseph DeLucia and his wife, Sandy of Tewksbury, Robert DeLucia and his wife, Donna Horsch of Derry, NH and Donald DeLucia of CA; many nieces, nephews, and numerous close friends including his faithful companion, Buck. He was the brother of the late David DeLucia.
DeLUCIA -- Relatives and friends are invited to his Life Celebration to be held on Friday November 29, 2013 from 4 until 8 PM in the McKENNA-OUELLETTE FUNERAL HOME, 327 HILDRETH STREET, LOWELL. His Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Saturday morning at 10 AM in St. Michael Church, Lowell. Interment will be private. For those who wish, donations in his memory may be made to: Wounded Warrior Project, P.O. Box 758517, Topeka, Kansas 66675. For directions or condolences, please visit www.mckennaouellette.com
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Martha, May God bless you and your family
in this time of sorrow. Dennis will be in our prayers.
Barbara and Bernie Meredith NH
December 9, 2013
So very sorry for your loss
Rita laderoute
December 1, 2013
Franklin Froton sr
December 1, 2013
Franklin Froton jr
November 30, 2013
Dennis I will be ever Hold high as my hero. I never forgot how he came to my rescue when I was 19. He gave life back to me and only smiled at me. I have been a nurse for over twenty years and have had to help someone in need and I often would reflect on how if it was not for Dennis I would of not been there for those people. I truly hope that You know that I wanted to pay my respects in person but I am dealing with a painful injury were walking at this time is extremely painful. Hoping that you all and how truly grateful I am for having you all as part of my life and hope that his legacy of kindness will live for years. Much love to you all,
Theresa Dumais ( Johnston)
Theresa Dumais(Johnston)
November 30, 2013
Martha, Tony and whole family, I'm so sorry to hear about Dennis. My prayers thought are with you all.
November 29, 2013
Our prayers are with you Martha. We are so sorry for your loss, and hope that the Lord will give you strength.
Rachel Cieslik, Jaime Cadena
Rachel Cieslik
November 29, 2013
Prayers go out to the family. Dennis will truly be missed.Loved seeing him when he came to Florida.
Connie & Bea blackburn ( Breck )
November 29, 2013
Sending our condolences to the DeLucia family. We will miss that sheepish smile of his and all his jokes and stories! So sorry for your loss!
John and Deb Burke
November 29, 2013
So sorry guys for your loss. Dennis is the best. Our prayers are with you. Jim Sullivan and family
November 28, 2013
So sorry about your loss Martha and family.
Maureen keefe Johnson
November 28, 2013
our sympathy and prayers to you & your family. I know Dennis is probably telling his jokes. rest in peace our dear friend and dance partner.
mary & bob shattuck
November 27, 2013
We are so sorry for your loss. Ill miss Dennis's smiling face. We have so many memories with the Dow/Farris'Family. So sad. Warmly, The Silva Family
Lorie Silva
November 27, 2013
Martha Bob and I will always remember the good times we enjoyed with you both
and the Caseys You will be in our prays
Mary and Bob Weatherbee
November 27, 2013
Martha and family - my deepest condolences. Dennis was a great guy and a true friend to my dad. I will never forget how he looked after my mom after my dad passed. He will be missed by all the Gillis family. Thinking of you, Karen Gillis
November 27, 2013
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Mr&Mrs Kevin A Silva
November 27, 2013
Martha our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Traci, Mark, Alyssa and Aidan Cole
November 27, 2013
Martha,
We are all thinking of you at this time. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Leslie McDermott & Famly
November 27, 2013
I was so sorry to hear this news, He was one of those guy's that just made the planet a better place, a kind and gentle soul. My thoughts are with all who knew and loved him
Tammy Gauthier
November 27, 2013
Martha and family, I want to share my heartfelt condolences at the sudden death of Dennis. I remember many conversations with him and specifically our last conversation at McGuires. He always made me laugh. He would always ask about my mother, which was very sweet. As I sit on my deck and paint my fence, I will remember Dennis and Paulie working hard together to build them for me. His presence will always be with us. I am grateful to have met him. My thoughts and prayers are with him and with you at this sad time.
Lori Lloyd - Demers
November 27, 2013
"Denny" was a longtime friend and his infectious smile will be deeply missed. We enjoyed his visits to Florida and will cherish every memory. Martha, may God bless you and your family during this difficult time.
Larry and Jamie Corcoran
November 27, 2013
Martha. We're so sorry for your loss. God's peace be with you and your family.
Sincerely, John & Mary Vasconcelos
November 27, 2013
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