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Dennis Meany Obituary
Dennis M., age 66 passed away Thursday, February 6, 2014. He was born in New York, NY and had been a long time resident of Glen Rock, NJ. Dennis was a member of Our Lady of Mt. Carmel R.C. Church, Ridgewood, NJ and was a former Eucharistic Minister. He was a graduate of Manhattan College School of Engineering and Seton Hall University School of Law. Dennis most recently served as General Counsel, Senior Vice President and Secretary for International Flavors and Fragrances Inc., in New York, NY and previously worked for Union Camp Corporation and Bush Boake Allen Inc. He coached and was a league commissioner for Glen Rock Youth Baseball for many years. He was a longtime member of High Mountain Golf Club and PGA National Golf Club, Palm Beach Gardens, FL. Dennis is survived by his loving wife of 43 years, Patricia M. (nee Mackin) of Glen Rock, his children Allison Marro and her husband Robert of Wantagh, NY, Mark Meany of Narberth, PA and Christopher Meany of Washington, DC. Loving Papa to his three grandchildren, Claire Marro, Patrick and Kyla Meany. He is also survived by his sister, Kathleen Walsh and his two brothers, Thomas Meany and his wife Marion, and Peter Meany. He will be dearly missed by his family and countless friends, particularly for his sense of humor and unfailing generosity. Visiting will be held on Monday, February 10, 2014, 4-8 PM at the Vander Plaat Funeral Home, www.vpfh.com, 257 Godwin Ave. Wyckoff, NJ. A Funeral Mass will be held on Tuesday, February 11, 2014 at 10:45 AM at Our Lady of Mt. Carmel R.C. Church, 1 Passaic Street, Ridgewood, NJ. Interment will follow at Maryrest Cemetery, Mahwah, NJ. In lieu of flowers donations in Dennis' memory may be made to the American Cancer Society, Bergen Unit, 20 Mercer Street, Hackensack, NJ 07601 or a charity of your choice would be appreciated.
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Steve Lent
February 14, 2014
I am very saddened to hear of Dennis's passing. Karen and I are currently living in Florida and just heard the news. Dennis was a terrific person, kind, considerate and thoughtful. He was a true gentleman and will be missed. My thoughts and prayers go out to his friends and family. It truly was a blessing to know him.
Steve Lent
Shelley Bellisle
February 11, 2014
Thinking of you at this difficult time and extending deepest sympathy.
Peter Meany
February 11, 2014
Dennis was a great brother and friend. One of my fondest memories is playing one-on-one wiffle ball games in the back yard in westwood. Another memory, not sure why it sticks out other than he loved good food, is walking over to dinner bell deli to get him a roast beef sandwich, salt & pepper with ketchup. I'll miss you Dennis. All the best to Patty, Allison, Mark, Christopher, and the grandkids. Rest assured he will be watching over you and guiding your way!
Arthur Martinez
February 10, 2014
I had the pleasure of working with Dennis during his time as GC of IFF and I was Lead Director. He was an outstanding partner for me - honest, straightforward, thoughtful - and always interested in the best answer for the Company. He had a keen sense of humor and we often shared our mutual love for and frustrations with the game of golf. This is a tremendous loss for family and friends and I send heartfelt sympathies.
Susan Sheinfeld
February 9, 2014
To Pat, Alison, Mark and Christopher:
Our deepest sympathy on the loss of your husband and father. The Sheinfeld Family
Phil & Laraine Walpole
February 9, 2014
Dear Patti and Family:
Laraine and I are extremely stunned and saddened to hear of the death of your wonderful family patriarch.
While working together during the many years we shared at Union Camp, BBA and IFF, I was also privileged to become his friend. He set the bar very high in everything he did and was the “real deal” who I admired very much. He made a positive impression on many in his life and we are certainly among those who will never forget him. If anyone asked him about his accomplishments, he would always tell people about his family.—He then would go into an update on everyone, including his grandchildren.
Personally, I will miss “The Judge” very much.
Please know that the Meany family will be in our thoughts and prayers.
Sincerely,
Phil & Laraine Walpole
Lou & Pat Walden
February 9, 2014
We have fond memories of Dennis, Pat and Chris as we experienced the joys of being involved in baseball together as either a player, a coach or a spectator throughout grammar school and high school. We wish to extend our sympathy to Dennis' family and pray that His spirit will live on in their hearts and minds sustained by the happiest memories of their lives together. Fondly the Walden Family, Lou, Pat, Patrick and Douglas
Jeanne-Marie Harpster
February 8, 2014
For the Meany Family, prayers for peaceful hearts and the comfort of memories shared. I am so sorry to hear this sad news.
Joe and Joan Leightner
February 8, 2014
We are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts are with you and your family. I just want you to know how many IFF and BBA people have reached out to me. They all had wonderful things to say about Dennis. You should feel proud because Dennis will always be remembered as a wonderful guy.
Caryl Mackin-Wagner
February 8, 2014
Dennis was always a wonderful addition to our Mackin family & was highly respected & regarded by everyone. He will be missed by all. We will always remember his smile.
Robert Amen
February 8, 2014
Dennis was a gentleman. He lived by the values that are so rare today. The world has lost a light of faith, family dedication and good humor.
Our prayers are for him and the family .
Babu Mathew
February 7, 2014
A respected colleague, a wise council and a good friend. I will remember his expression 'do you breathe in or out when you swing your golf driver!'
Jim Watkins
February 7, 2014
Too young and too soon. Unfortunately, we don't get to pick when God will call us. Dennis lived a full and fulfilling life. He was devoted to his family and a real friend. He will be dearly missed. May God bless Patti and all Dennis' family and may his memory be eternal.
Joan Carmilani
February 7, 2014
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
fjohn reinke (mc1968)
February 7, 2014
The Manhattan College alumni community shares the grief, and is now praying for our fellow alumni and the family at this time. The Alumni Office has been informed. As well as the Jasper Jottings community that I personally can reach. We are all a little poorer now. "No man is an island, entire of itself ... any man's death diminishes me". We are sorry for your loss.
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