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DENNIS J. JUSTIN

1949 - 2020

DENNIS J. JUSTIN obituary, 1949-2020, Winchester, MA

BORN

1949

DIED

2020

DENNIS JUSTIN Obituary

JUSTIN, Dennis J. Of Winchester, passed away unexpectedly; he was 70 years old. Born in Minneapolis, MN, he was the son of the late Albert and Shirley (Kowitz) Justin of MN. Dennis is survived by his wife Ann (Leone) Justin and his sister, Cynthia (Robert) Florek of Chanhassen, MN, nephews Jason (Misty) Florek of Chaska, MN and Brian (Annie) Florek of Elizabethtown, PA. He is also survived by his sister-in-law and husband Theresa and Tony D'Iorio and their daughter Laurie of Methuen, MA who he loved spending Sunday afternoons with having dinner then watching his favorite NFL team, the New England Patriots. He was predeceased by his sister, Barbara Justin of Minneapolis, MN. Dennis graduated from the United States Air Force Academy in 1971. After graduation he was stationed at Hanscom Air Force Base in Massachusetts where he met Ann, the love of his life. While serving in the Air Force he received his Masters Degree from Bentley University in Waltham, MA. He served five years at Hanscom Air Force Base, separating as a Captain. He then went on to hold various positions with IBM, Honeywell, Raytheon and other government contractors until his retirement. Dennis loved spending time at Clear Lake in Aitkin, MN playing with his great-nieces and nephews, Allyson, Lexi, Peyton, Wyatt and Weston Florek. He was loved by all and will truly be missed by his family and friends. Services will be private.

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Published by Boston Globe from Jul. 24 to Jul. 26, 2020.

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Theresa M. D'Iorio

July 20, 2023

We think of you often. The Sunday dinners and watching the football are not the same without you. You are missed. love Theresa and Tony D'iorio

Rotmans

July 18, 2023

Uncle Dennis miss you ! It still doesn´t seem real! Laurie ......

Theresa M. D'Iorio

July 18, 2022

You were a great brother-in-law and friend. We miss our Sundays eating and watching sports. You were loved and are missed. Theresa and Tony

Susan Thompson

January 20, 2021

Steve and I are shocked and saddened to find Denny’s passing. Just today on our 48th anniversary we spoke of Denny who was a groomsman in our wedding. We were so proud of Denny as a friend and spoke of him to our son often. I’m sure he was an influence in our son graduating from USAFA himself. What a strong, handsome, kind man Denny was! I will never forget his energetic smile.
Susan Thompson

August 13, 2020

Denny was truly one of the really good guys. We had so much fun at Hanscom, playing sports and at AFA AOG events. A gentleman and a scholar. He will be missed by all.

Mike Kelley

Jim Watters

August 8, 2020

Denny, you were a bright light around the Hanscom AFB area. Always upbeat, always positive, always supportive. I wish we could have gotten together more than we did. Now that I'm living in Texas, I'll carry your memory here forever. Rest in peace and free of pain.

Dave Jankowski

July 30, 2020

Denny and I were roommates at the Air Force Academy. After graduation we traveled Europe together for 30 days on U-rail passes. We had a great time! He was a solid, great guy, enthusiastic and always fun to be with. I will miss him.

Cindy Florek (Justin)

July 27, 2020

My Dear Big Brother
You made our family so proud. I thought we would have so many tomorrows to sit and relax by the lake. You've left a hole in my heart that will only heal by family memories. You are finally without worries or pain. Rest In Peace until we are together again Big Brother. Save me a spot!!
I will always be your sister and no one can take that away
You are loved and will be missed so much
Cindy

Theresa DIorio

July 27, 2020

Dennis , Tony and I were very lucky to have you in our lives. We will miss you greatly u left a whole in our hearts . Sunday football will not be the same . RIP .

Jamie Thurber

July 27, 2020

I knew Denny from days at Hanscom AFB and especially his support of the USAF Academy's New England Association of Graduates (NEAOG). Denny was the kindest, most helpful soul. For many years he volunteered to set up our NEAOG events, never looking for credit, but always looking to make it a great evening for people who attended. I looked forward to speaking with Denny at these events; he always had a smile on his face and was truly interested in how I was doing. I am glad to have known him and will miss him. I send much love to his family and friends and all who knew him.

As USAF members die, we toast them one last time with the third verse of the AF song. Here's to you, Denny--fly high my friend:

"Here's a toast to the host
Of those who love the vastness of the sky,
To a friend we send a message of the brave who serve on high.
We drink to those who gave their all of old
Then down we roar to score the rainbow's pot of gold.
A toast to the host of those we boast, the U.S. Air Force!"

July 26, 2020

Denny was a great American and long time contributor to the New England Air Force Academy Alumni chapter and the Academy Parents clubs. He will be missed.

Laurie DIorio

July 25, 2020

RIP Uncle Dennis .. You where a great Uncle . I will miss you ❤

Laurie DIorio

July 25, 2020

I will miss you greatly Uncle Dennis .. I can't believe you are gone . You where a great Uncle . I love you ,Laurie

Laurie Diorio

July 25, 2020

I will miss you greatly Uncle Dennis .. I Can’t believe you are gone .. You where a great Uncle . Love you Laurie

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