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Andrew Denis Obituary
Age 77, of Wilmington, succumbed to metastatic melanoma that challenged him for nine years on July 31, 2012.
He was born in Wilmington, DE to the late Anna and Andrew Denis. He was predeceased by his brother, Walter.
After graduating Salesianum High School in 1952, he served in the Army for 3 years. Andy worked in sales all of his life, retiring from Joseph W. Small & Assoc after 25 years. He was an avid fisherman, birdwatcher, water colorist, pinochle player and sports fan. Most of all he enjoyed spending time with his family, friends and his grandchildren that he adored.
Andy is survived by Eileen his loving wife of 54 years; and his four children: Susan of Tucson, AZ, Jack and his wife Marti of Cape May Court House, NJ, Patti Solge of Wilmington, DE and Carol of Wilmington, DE; as well as six grandchildren: Lauren, Rachel and Jack Jr. (Denis), Josh, Amanda and Dominic (Solge).
A funeral mass will be held at 11:30 am Saturday, August 4 at St. Helena's RC Church, 602 Philadelphia Pike, Wilmington, DE 19809. Friends may call from 10 to 11:20 am at the Church. Interment will be private.
In lieu of flowers, contributions in Andy's name may be made to Delaware Hospice, 3515 Silverside Rd., Wilmington, DE 19810.
Condolences at:
www.meyersfh.com
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for Andrew Denis
Julia Shaub
August 6, 2012
Dear Patti, Jack, and family,
My heart goes out to you and your family on the loss of your Dad. I didn't know him personally but I do know all too well what it's like to lose your Dad. Though it's been 3 yrs this July, it seems like yesterday and I miss him daily. We can only take comfort in knowing that they are at peace and no longer suffering. Hold on to all the good times in your heart especially those fishing excursions. Take comfort in knowing that one day you'll see him again, smiling just like his photo and free of pain. God bless you all.
David and Maryanne Ennis
August 4, 2012
To Eileen and the entire Denis Family: On Behalf of Maryanne and our Children, I wanted to express our deepest sympathy on Andy's passing. He has been such a vital part of our comunnity in many ways. He took care of all our promotional items for 24 years at Smalls through 12 Elections. He always had a smile and a story to share whenever we would meet. He was active in our church community and his love of fishing and sports would lead to some great conversations. My last chance to visit was at Sellers Center where he was deeply involved in cards at the time of my visit. We all will miss his wonderful smile and his zest for life. We will hold Andy and your family in our thoughts and prayers.
Dave and Maryanne Ennis
Peg Beebe
August 4, 2012
To Eileen and Family:
Our deepest condolences to all of you. He will be greatly missed! Peg (Janson) and Bill Beebe
John OConnor
August 3, 2012
Deepest sympathy to all the Denis' on the passing of your husband and dad.
Todd Micklovich
August 3, 2012
Dear Patti, family and friends:
I'm so sorry to hear of your loss; my sincere condolonces. My thoughts and prayers are with you all during this difficult time. Godd Bless.
-Todd
Cantella Boston
Debbie Purdy
August 3, 2012
Patti and Family,
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. My prayers and thoughts go out to you and the family at this sad time. May God bless you and guide you.
Debbie Purdy (Cantella & Co., Inc. family member)
Joyce Macielag
August 3, 2012
To Eileen and family: I was so sorry to hear of Andy's passing. When we moved to Phillips Heights in 1981, you made us feel so welcome and I looked forward to running into anyone in your household, as you all were such a joy to be around. Eileen, I have always admired you and you always greeted folks with open arms. As for your children, they too were such a joy to be around. I would like to stop by to see you Eileen, very soon. The Macielag Family
Bethany Macielag
August 3, 2012
It has been a while since I had last saw you, but I always remember your happy smiling face and your kind heart. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. You will truly be missed. R.I.P.
Stephen Dimino
August 2, 2012
Andy is in our prayers. He was a wonderful neighbor and one will will never forget. Always had a great disposition and very easy to talk to. I believe he is with the angels now and still spreading joy. God bless Andy and our condolences to his family.
Peggy Kulesza Gelnett
August 2, 2012
Mrs. Denis and Family,
What a wonderful man and a great loss. Heaven has another angel. Growing up, I loved listening to all the stories he had to tell. He will be sadly missed and his smile will be, too.
Love,
Joe Thomson
August 2, 2012
Dear Family
Andy Denis was a great man who was a great friend to all of our family. His presence at our Super Bowl parties was always an event. Who can forget the year his Niners were in it and he showed up with a wig on :). To all the kids and Mrs. Denis he will be missed but not forgotten I know he in heaven today watching the ultimate sports events. Andy thanks for your smile , support and always encouraging words
Joe Thomson
noreen Hill
August 2, 2012
To the Denis Family: I am so sorry to hear about Andy's passing. I had the pleasure of raising his 3 grandchildren for 14 yrs (The Solge's) and got to know this family and his humor, his wittiness , his great stories will be so missed but never forgotten. He was the greatest pop-pop ever!I use to always kid with him if he would adopt me he had such LOVE in his heart. He will be dearly missed but never forgotten in our hearts. I am happy to know and share laughs with you and your family which Kyle, bobby and I considered our extended family. Love you guys and know that Andy will now be your guardian angel! Noreen, Bobby and Kyle Hill
Dale and Pat Austin
August 2, 2012
Dear Eileen and family; We are very sad to hear about Andy's passing. Even though we only knew him for a few short years, he made us feel as though we knew him all our lives. Fishing with him was a wonderful experince.
You and your family are in our prayers.
Sincere sympathy; Dale and Pat Austin
Bob + Eileen Heilig
August 2, 2012
We did not have the pleasure of knowing you like others.We heard many heartwarming stories from Jack + his family. To touch so many lives, the way you did is a legasy forever. Rest in Pease Andrew.
August 2, 2012
He will be missed. Stan always loved having him at the games. It won't be the same without him.
Your in our thoughts and prayers.
With Love,
Stan, Robyn and Paris Waterman
Kathy Joseph Farren
August 2, 2012
Carol and Family,
I am so sorry to read that your dad has passed away. My thoughts and prayers go out to you during this difficult time and in the future.
With sympathy,
Kimberly Cline
August 2, 2012
You selected the perfect picture to post with his story. This is exactly how I remember him, sitting at Carol's dining room table laughing and joking with me and the boys. I didn't know him well, or for long enough, but from the moment I met him it was easy to see that this "larger-than-life" man held a special place in his family. Not every family gets one of these which makes them all the more precious.
We can't truly know your pain but we understand what you have lost. You're in our prayers.
With love from the Clines - Kim, Hal & Sean
Dawn Doubet
August 2, 2012
Dear Eileen and Family,
My thoughts and prayers are with you all. Andy touched sooo many lives with his kindness and great humor. I smile just thinking about those "quick" stories he would tell as we were pulling out of the driveway. Andy was a Wonderful Man that I have admired for many years. Love, Dawn Doubet
August 2, 2012
Eileen and family: So sorry to hear about Andy's passing. Maryann has kept us informed and we will continue to keep you and your family in our prayers. It has been many years since we have seen each other, but we have many old memories. Eileen and Bill Brice
Barbara Renz
August 2, 2012
Dear Eileen and Family,
I was so sorry to hear about Andy. George and I had many memorable times with you and Andy. Loved those fishing stories and our visits to Stone Harbor. My prayers and thoughts are with you.
Barbara Renz
The Sommermann's
August 2, 2012
We are deeply saddened by Andy's passing. We will cherish the memories of the fun times we were blessed to be in Andy's company. He always had a story or a joke and could make you laugh. He was one of a kind and we will miss him. Eileen, please know that our thoughts and prayer are with you and your family during this time of grief.
Our deepest sympathy,
The Sommermann's, Linda, Jeff, Ashley, Brandon and Christopher
kevin hayes
August 2, 2012
the Denis Family
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. I loved Mr D. He will be missed greatly. He was a great guy and always made me smile or laugh.
Our deepest condolences
Kevin and KC Hayes
The Moores
August 1, 2012
Dear Eileen and family: Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you; Andy brought a lot of joy to our lives and we will miss his presence terribly in the neighborhood. We will never forget him. Fondly, Carol and Derek
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