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Dennis Kallis Obituary
Dan had a long career as a restaurateur as the owner and operator of The Rosebud, Coronet and Dapper Dan?s Restaurants in Somerville, Demi?s Santa Fe Grill and Charlie?s in Ogunquit, Maine. He was a real people person who loved fishing and spending time with his family and friends. Dan was a member of Arlington Touchdown Club.
Danny was devoted husband of Denise R. Kallis and the loving father of Peter D. Kallis of Great Barrington, and Demitra M. Kallis of Medford. He was the brother-in-law of Roland and Carol Racicot, Elizabeth and Ted Campo, Marie and Jim Cotter, Barbara and John Mobilia, Robert, David, John, Yvonne and the late Joseph Racicot. Dan was also the dear friend of John Bossi, Edward Houser and Milt Vargelis and is also survived by many loving nieces, nephews and extended relatives and friends.
The funeral procession will be held from the George L. Doherty Funeral Home, 855 Broadway (Powder House Sq.) in Somerville on Friday morning, July 17, 2015, at 9:00 a.m. followed by a Funeral Service in St. Athanasius the Great Greek Orthodox Church in Arlington at 10 o'clock. Relatives and friends are invited.
Calling Hours will be held on Thursday, July 16, from 4-8 p.m. Interment will be at Mt. Auburn Cemetery in Cambridge.
Donations may be made in Dan?s memory to Berkshire Meadows, for the benefit of his son Peter Kallis, at 249 North Plain Rd., Housatonic, MA 01236.
Memories and Condolences
for Dennis Kallis
Thomas Feehan
July 7, 2020
Generous, caring good guy is certainly part of it. Went to Arlington High School together. One of the good guys.
Dan Ferullo
July 8, 2019
Danny, you remain in my thoughts to this day. Still hard to believe you're gone. We had a lot of great laughs together. From time to time, I run in to Denise at St. Joseph's Church, in the West End, and we get to reminisce about all those great years at Dapper Dan's. Knowing you, I'm sure you're up there and having a good time for yourself. Dan (Dano) Ferullo 7/8/2019
Jaime Garfield
October 8, 2015
Dear Denise- please accept my sincerest condolences for the loss of Danny... So very sorry to hear.. Fondly - Peter's first teacher- Jaime (Levine) Garfield
Dan Ferullo
August 3, 2015
Denise,
I was at St. Joseph's for the 12:10 Mass today (Monday, 8/3)and heard the Mass was being said in memory of Danny. I looked for you, thinking you might be there, but didn't see you. It was a wonderful service, and a wonderful opportunity to say a prayer for Danny.
Best wishes,
Dano
Brian Halpern
July 24, 2015
Denise we just heard that Danny passed we are so sorry if it wasn't for Danny I would never have met my wife
Dan Ferullo
July 22, 2015
Our deepest sympathies go out to Denise and the Kallis family. This news came as such a shock to us. We have so many great memories of Danny, especially at Dapper Dan's. You are with God now, Danny, and may you rest in peace.
Dan and Sharon Ferullo
July 21, 2015
My condolences to the Kallis Family. I remember the Rosebud well. My husband (rip) Aaron was an entertainer who performed at private parties and clubs throughout Somerville,MA in 1980-2012 so we frequented both establishments throughout the timeframe mentioned many many times. So sad to hear of Me Kallis' passing. Keeping the family in my thoughts and prayers. God bless...
July 18, 2015
Dear Denise & Demi we're very sorry to hear about Dan's passing. We are so glad that we saw him at Milties in June. We wish you both a long & healthy life. Love Joyce & Louise
July 17, 2015
My condolences to Dennis" family. Dale Maitland Gaberson. Class of 1962.
Demetra Mourgis Taje
July 17, 2015
I was deeply saddened to hear of Cousin Danny's passing.I saw him last when I was with my sister Jean at Dapper Dan.He was so happy,his daughter had just been born and they were naming her Demetra.His family was his joy.Now he will rest in peace with his heavenly family to comfort him..My deepest condolences to Denise and the children.love,Cousin Demi
Shirley (Marchant) Howard
July 17, 2015
Another AHS Class of 1962 classmate gone too soon. Dennis was a great guy.
Tina Toland
July 17, 2015
I will miss Danny very much. My heart and prayers go out to the family
Danny in the subway tunnel under construction with Mayor Brune and I. We were lifted down in a bucket on a crane. A very scary trip for Danny.
Tom Pelham
July 17, 2015
Denise and children...Gene Brune called me with the sad news of Danny's passing. He was sort of an urban mentor for me, teaching me much in the ways of the Coronet. He also was greatly helpful as the head of the Davis Sq. Business Association in bringing the Red Line to Davis Sq., a lasting benefit now serving thousands each day. (see attached picture) When I would visit Somerville I would usually stop by the armory to say hello and catch up on life. His devotion to his children was paramount in his life. Best to you all.
carol burri
July 16, 2015
denise & famly, I am so sorry for your loss, I will always cherish the good times we all had at dappers. dan was a good guy...my heart felt thoughts are with you.....love carol
Nicole Foley
July 16, 2015
My thoughts are with you Danny was such a great person. Love Nicole
July 16, 2015
Denise & Demi, words cannot say how sorry I am for your loss. A husband & father & friend. He had a great sense of humor and I will miss him. You will be in my prayers for as long as it takes the grieving process to lessen, if that's possible....I am here for the both of you, always...Max is going to ask God to watch over him too.
Your friend
Sheila Costa-Meola
July 16, 2015
Dearest Denise and family, my heart goes out to you for your terrible loss. Danny was a kind,gentle man with a heartwarming smile. A true gentleman who will truly be missed.
God Bless and watch over your precious family.
Maurice & Donna DelVendo
Barbara Pike
July 16, 2015
God Bless Dennis and may his family take peace in their memories of him.
July 16, 2015
Cousin Denise:
So sorry to learn of your husband's passing. God bless you and your family.
Jimmy & Diane Gilreath, Billerica, MA
Ted Houser
July 16, 2015
Dennis, you were my brother and best friend. Will remember all the good times we shared. Fran and I send our deepest sympathy to Denise, Demi and Peter. Ted and Fran
Rosalie Ceurvels
July 16, 2015
Denise and Family so sorry to hear of Dennis passing. God Bless you all. Remember the good times. Take care. RIP Dennis.
July 16, 2015
Rest in Peace Dennis - your classmate at AHS Pat Coveno Sturdevant.
Judith and Paul Romano
July 16, 2015
Holding your family in our thoughts and prayers.
Brenda Ferola
July 15, 2015
Denise and family I am so very sorry for your loss. I'm sorry I can't be there I'm up in NH. I wish you and your family the best and Nat Gos Bless You
July 15, 2015
Sorry to hear of another loss to our Class of '62! Rest in piece, Dennis.
Susan Blaisdell Mirak
July 15, 2015
To Renee, the Campo's and others impacted by this loss, my thoughts and prayers are with you all. Scott Morris
Michael Cafferty
July 15, 2015
Denise my thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family at the sudden loss of Danny , we were friends for over 40 years I will always remember his Laugh. RIP Dapper
Phyllis Ciaramitaro Williams
July 15, 2015
Denise,so sorry for your sudden loss. May your memories help you through this difficult time. God Bless you and your family.
July 14, 2015
Denise, we are so sorry for your loss. You are in our thoughts. With deepest sympathy.
Ron and Marianne
July 14, 2015
Denise, Gus & I are very sorry for your loss.....
Love, Dolly & Gus Filosi
July 14, 2015
Always a kind easygoing person except when playing football.RIP
John Ercolini Class Of 62
Tom Feehan
July 14, 2015
Dennis was a kind gentle wonderful guy. We went to high school together. He was one of those friends that you didn't see often but felt great when you did. I am SO sad to see him go. My heartfelt condolences to his family. Take care my kind and caring gentle friend.
George Battit
July 14, 2015
I'll always remember him as "Big Dan", but cuddly in his affection for his family and his friends. He was a real person, and I know and appreciate how much the two of you loved each other and both of your children, who always came first in Dan's eyes!!
God rest his soul.
George and Judy Battit
Nancy Wanders
July 14, 2015
My deepest sympathy to Denise,Demitra, and Peter for your loss. God Bless.
July 14, 2015
Denise - Deepest Sympathies to you and your family. Loved working for you both at Dapper Dan's- Always a gentleman-
Melissa DeCarlo Kelly
July 14, 2015
I will miss all the laughs and tears at the Dairy King. My thoughts and prayers are with Denise and Demi. We lost a very special man. Beverlie Kardulas, Ogunquit friend
David n adrienne Racicot
July 14, 2015
We r very sorry to here the news and can't be there for u . Our thoughts r with u.love ❤
Neil, Ruthie, Andrew, Stephen and Lizzy Gordon
July 14, 2015
With our deepest sympathies-
Maureen Swymer
July 14, 2015
Denise and family so sorry for your loss.
Annmarie Piro-Catino
July 14, 2015
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
kevin goodwin
July 13, 2015
Rip danny never forget the memories of dapper dans tcb little elvis Joey g
Dan at a party with actress Phyllis Newman
jay plumb
July 13, 2015
July 13, 2015
My heart broke to hear of the loss of a wonderful gentleman who loved his family and his life... I will miss you Dan R.I.P.
Kim Hackett
July 13, 2015
...beautiful memories of you...love you and praying for your family now who will miss you so much....xo
Christine Masiello
July 13, 2015
Dan, you were a true friend to Ray and I and we will miss you. I will remember your kindness, wittiness and laughter. Rest easy Dapper. You will forever remain our hearts. My deepest condolences to the Denise and the Kallis family.
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