Glastonbury, Connecticut
Dennis M. Durkin, 71, of Glastonbury, passed away on Thursday, July 30, 2015 from complications due to lung cancer. Memorial services will be held at a later date. To send notes of condolences and view future service information, please visit
Read MoreI just searched for you today online and have sadly found that you have passed away. I remember you so fondly visiting me in Newport NH in that convertible! You and Kevin and your mom were always so good to me. I read the above memories that have been shared about you and am so proud you were my cousin.
Patricia Taylor
August 21, 2015 | Galesburg, MI
Dennis was a highly professional emergency services dispatcher, a dedicated advisor to the Glastonbury Police Explorers and a dear and cherished friend. May he rest in peace.
George White
August 09, 2015
Dennis, be at peace my friend. Your good work and good will continue to shine in the faces of every person who attended the Academy. You will be missed.
Doug MacCrae
August 06, 2015 | Brewster, NY
The Atlantic Chapter of the Association of Public Safety Communications Officials sends condolences to the Durkin family. Dennis was a Senior Member, and Past-President of the Chapter. His contributions to Public Safety will not be forgotten. Rest in Peace our colleague and friend
Frank Kiernan
August 05, 2015 | APCO-Atlantic, CT
Go rest high on that mountain my friend. Your work on earth is done. You have inspired so many to get more involved in APCO. Thank you for all you have done. You will be missed by many.
Craig J. Scholl, RPL
August 04, 2015 | Plattsburgh, NY
Kevin and the Durkin Family: OK cuz, you are now at peace with mom, dad, aunts, uncles and cousins. The Pinocle game is getting too crowed up there! Will miss you but will not ever forget you.
Deborah Durkin
August 03, 2015 | Cromwell, CT
Dennis, I know you have found true peace. I appreciate knowing you for so many years. Thank you for your absolute commitment to public safety. TNT
Terrance Treschuk
August 03, 2015 | Rockville, MD
A great guy who always had our back RIP my friend you won't be forgotten
Hank Charland
August 03, 2015 | Newington
Dennis was kindhearted man. He loved the Dunkin' Donuts coffee that I would bring in for him every day just prior to him receiving therapy. Dennis always enjoyed hearing Sharon's infectious laugh. Dennis will be missed by his friends here at Salmon Brook.
Jamie Mattei
August 03, 2015 | CT