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DENNIS DUNNIGAN Obituary

DUNNIGAN, Dennis Russell Age 85, of Andover, died peacefully on Tuesday, February 20, 2024, at Bear Mountain at Andover. He was the son of the late John and Harriet (Hardy) Dunnigan. Dennis worked for many years at the Boston Public Library. He was a volunteer at the bookstore for the Sisters of the Disciple in the pastoral center in Braintree and Promised Pauline Cooperator – Daughters of St. Paul. A Devout Catholic, he enjoyed watching Catholic Television, especially the daily Mass. Dennis is survived by his many caring Dunnigan and Zappala nieces and nephews. He was the brother of the late George J. "Tona" Dunnigan, Gloria (Dunnigan) Zappala, Lawrence Dunnigan and Gladys (Dunnigan) Archibald. Visiting Hours: A Funeral Mass will be held on Wednesday, February 28, 2024, in St. Mary of the Annunciation Church, Melrose, at 12p.m. Burial will be in Lindenwood Cemetery, Stoneham. Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to attend. Visiting Hours will be on Wednesday at the Solimine Funeral Home, 426 Broadway (Rt. 129), LYNN, from 9 to 11a.m., prior to the Funeral Mass. Additional obituary, guestbook and directions, at www.solimine.com

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Published by Boston Globe from Feb. 22 to Feb. 25, 2024.

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Marge hauprich wilson

February 23, 2024

I´m so sorry for your family´s loss. Dennis was a great friend. He was quite a character with a wonderful sense of humor. Many people at the congregational retirement home will miss him

Joseph Maciora

February 23, 2024

Condolences and prayers to his family. Dennis was a kind man. He was quick witted and a practicing Catholic. He enjoyed a good laugh.

Solimine Funeral Homes - Broadway

February 22, 2024

The Solimine Family and Staff wish to express our sincere sympathy to you. It is our hope that we may be able to make this difficult period more bearable. Please feel free to call on us at anytime, as we are always available for you.

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