DENIS A. DUNNE

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DENIS DUNNE Obituary

Denis A. Dunne, age 70, of Winnetka. Beloved husband of Penny nee Allen; adored father of Elizabeth (John) Spilotro and Laura (Eric) Otto; cherished grandfather of Nick, J.P., and Bo Spilotro, and Emily and Heidi Otto; dear brother of Albert (Liza) Pyott, Carol (Frank) Baranko, and Robert (Sondra) Dunne; loving uncle to Sheila, Rob, and Marianne Pyott, Kevin, Brian, and Jeff Dunne, and Jon and Amy Baranko; also survived by countless dear friends and his devoted hunting companion, Riley. Visitation will be held Saturday, Feb. 26, 2011, 9:30 a.m. until time of Memorial Mass to celebrate his life at 11 a.m., at Sacred Heart Church, 1077 Tower Rd., Winnetka. Interment private. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Loyola Academy, 1100 Laramie, Wilmette, IL 60091 or Misericordia Heart of Mercy, 6300 N. Ridge, Chicago, IL 60660. Info (847) 675-1990 or www.donnellanfuneral.com.

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Published by Chicago Tribune from Feb. 13 to Feb. 21, 2011.

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Kenneth Young

April 10, 2021

Very, very belated condolences. I knew Dennis while our kids were into ski racing. He was a "Man among Men" and basically made sure the race hills were prepared and safe. He was the person you would want to have your back.

September 2, 2014

I just became aware that this condolence book was available. I have read each entry through tears. I thank each of you for remembering Denis..
He was a wonderful husband, father, friend,brother. He loved each of you.
I know he thinks of each of you daily. Thank you for being such good friends. Jim, I know Denis has met and loved Scott. Please keep Denis
In your prayers. We miss him so......penny and family

Vic Rubino

January 6, 2012

I met Denis when we were both freshman at Cornell in 1958 and he ws one of the roustabouts that kept me sane through college years. I just noted Denis'death in an alumni magazine.

February 24, 2011

Dear Penny, Elizabeth, Laurie & family
Continuing to pray for all of you.
Enjoy all your wonderful memories.
Reflecting on each of you through
your marriages - How he loved you
and showed you his love as he shared
that love. God blessed all of you.
Love, Aunt Evelyn and family,
Rosemary(Gary)Bob(Lisa)Carol(Kurt)
(10 grands.5 greats)Very Blessed

February 17, 2011

I met Denis at Paine Webber in 1969 and we became good friends there. We left Chicago for seven years and then returned. It was wonderful to reconnect with Denis again. It felt like no time had passed us bye. Denis was a man you just wanted to be with. He was a good friend to many of us. We all enjoyed his humor and long stories, his amusing antics with his sneaky smile and his loyalty to his friends and family. I will miss him and his companship and hold him dear in my mind and heart. He was a special person and a fine fellow. Sincerely, Jim Dean

February 17, 2011

I had the pleasure of getting to know Denis thru rugby. Denis was always the true gentleman on and off the pitch. He always had a smile and a kind word. If they are playing rugby in Heaven, I am sure that Denis is lacing them up. My sympathy on his loss to the family, and all the friends who were made better by knowing Denis.

JV SPRINGMAN

Jamie Duke

February 16, 2011

My Deepest Sympathy to Mr. Dunne's Family. I had the pleasure of hunnting with Dennis on many occassions as I guide for the Swan Lake Duck. He was always in good spirits while afield and made for an enjoyable hunt no matter what the conditions of the day. My thoughts and prayers go out to the family.

February 14, 2011

Dear Carol & Family,
We were saddened to hear about the death of Denis. Has been many years since we have seen him. We are sorry we will be unable to attend his funeral. Take care of yourself.
Love, Sheryl & Tom

February 14, 2011

Denis was one of the truly generous people in this world -- you had only to ask and, if it was in his power to give it, you got it. He helped me a number of times, and I shall always remember him for it and for the many good times we had at the Duck Club.
Mike Love

David Taber

February 13, 2011

I have known Dennis for over 40 years,most always seeing him at John Templeton`s house on festive occasions and one time at his cabin in Mellon,Wisc.He was always so pleasant and smiling that he made me feel happier. I wish I could have shared more of my life with him.

February 13, 2011

Denis was one of a kind!!!! A dear friend and wonderful travel companion. He has provided ALL with such fond memories! I am sure he is entertaining everyne in heaven. you will be missed , Duffield

Lynn Dean

February 10, 2011

There will never be another Denis. He was always the life of the party. He could tell stories all day and night, as we found out on the yacht trips. You always made everyone feel happy with that great big grin on your face. We will miss you and we hope you meet our son Scott up there. You both had the same sense of humor.

Gregg Goldenberg

February 10, 2011

Denis was a great man with great wit and personality. I will miss him as a hunting companion and dear family friend.

Scarlette Hirschle

February 9, 2011

Denis will be missed by all who loved his wonderful sense of humor and wit. I have so many fond memories of him at Sacred Heart school. His modeling days! Just an all round great fellow.

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