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Dennis CHAREST Obituary

CHAREST, Dennis Dennis M. Charest, 57, of Feeding Hills, passed away unexpectedly Sunday (August 15, 2010) at Baystate Medical Center, Springfield. Born September 7, 1952 in Springfield, MA, he was a son to the late Russell P. and Evelyn (Conklin) Charest. He was a graduate of Cathedral High School, Springfield where he met and married his high school sweetheart, Tricia Moran. He obtained his B.S. in Engineering and M.B.A. from Western New England College. Dennis was employed as the CIO/VP of Information Technology for Hamilton Sundstrand, retiring in 2009 following 35 years of service. He enjoyed golfing and traveling, but his greatest passion was spending time with his family. He was truly devoted to his wife and children who will deeply miss him. He is survived by his loving wife of 36 years, Tricia (Moran); son Stephen and his wife, Andrea of Bolton, VT; daughter Laura Charest and her significant other Keith Fuller of Windsor, CT. He also leaves his brothers Gary, Kenny, Michael and his wife, Marianne, and Mark and his fiancée Darlene Rys; sisters Kathy Charest, Linda Charest, Sandra Hagan, Patty Saccamando and her husband, Mike, and Diane Greene; numerous brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, nieces, nephews, other loving relatives and friends. A funeral service for Dennis will be held on Thursday (August 19, 2010) beginning at 8:45 a.m. from Colonial Forastiere Funeral Home, 985 Main St., Agawam with a Liturgy of Christian Burial, to be celebrated at 10 a.m., in Sacred Heart Church, Feeding Hills with burial following in Springfield Street Cemetery, Feeding Hills. Calling hours will be held from 4-8 p.m. on Wednesday (August 18, 2010) at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in Dennis' name to the American Heart Association, PO Box 3049, Syracuse, NY 13220 and/or the American Cancer Society, 30 Speen St., Framingham, MA 01701.

Published by Hartford Courant on Aug. 17, 2010.

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Tom Thayer

April 1, 2011

Tricia,
I am deeply saddened by the news of your loss, I have good memories of Dennis.

Nicholas Armata

September 7, 2010

Stephen & Laura,

I'm sorry for your loss. My thoughts are with you and your family.

Darlene (Houk) Wage

August 28, 2010

To the entire Charest Family: My sincerest condolences and sorrow for your loss. I only have fond memories of Dennis, from growing up together on Prospect Street to students at Cathedral High. We did not see much of each other after High School even though we lived in the same town but he was a special person and will be missed. My heart goes our to all of you.

Rob Arthur

August 24, 2010

I remember Dennis from junior high school and high school (although we went to different ones but had some of the same friends) and as part of our study group at Western New England College. Sad to hear that he left this life so early as did another member of that study group last year. Deepest condolences to his family in this difficult time.
Robert Arthur (now of Salisbury, NC, formerly Springfield, MA).

Domenico Amerio and Family

August 24, 2010

To the entire Charest Family: My sincerst condolences. I am very sorry for Your loss; it was a privilege and an honour to work for him and it was a pleasure to spend here in Italy some free time with his Family and him and my family in the wine fields of Piemonte. We all will remember Dennis as a very special Person; he will always remain in our hearts.

Moran Family Reunion, Myrtle Beach, Aug 2005

Sean, Kristin, and David Moran

August 23, 2010

We will remember him as a man full of life, and fun energy! Such a loving husband and father. We will miss him as our Uncle.

Carl Houk

August 23, 2010

To the Charest family: My sincerst condolences. I have known Dennis for 50 years, having been his next door neighbor as children on Prospect street in springfield. I had the privilege of working with Dennis for many years at Hamilton Standard (now Sundstrand) and he was without equal. He always had a kind word to say and was respected by all who knew him. His passing has left a huge void in the world that cannot be filled.

Carl Houk
Tucson AZ
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Carl Houk

August 23, 2010

To the Charest family: My sincerst condolences. I have known Dennis for 50 years, having been his next door neighbor as children on Prospect street in springfield. I had the privilege of working with Dennis for many years at Hamilton Standard (now Sundstrand) and he was without equal. He always had a kind word to say and was respected by all who knew him. His passing has left a huge void in the world that cannot be filled.

lynn Driscoll

August 19, 2010

To the Entire Charest Family-I am Sorry for your loss.So Young .He will never really leave you-he will live in your Hearts Forever.....
I grew up on Bolton Street (still there) so I know some of you.

Matt Z

August 19, 2010

Very Sorry for your loss. Your family is in my thoughts.

Pauline Devine

August 18, 2010

Linda,
I'm so sorry for your loss. Oh my God! My thought and prays go out to you, your family and his wife & children.
God bless

Joe Syzdek

August 18, 2010

My condolences to the Charest family. I was shocked to hear about his passing. We attended WNEC and were part of a study group that hung out together during the first two years.

August 18, 2010

To Charest Family:
Dennis was truly a gentleman, a good friend, and a pleasure to work for. I was his admin. assistant at Hamilton Sundstrand in Rockford, IL, when he visited our Info Technology organization. I will personally miss him and I wish to express my deepest sympathy for your loss.
Maria M. Quinton (Maggie) 3121 20th Street, Rockford, IL 61109

Kevin Hendrickson

August 18, 2010

Dear Family and Friends,

I am sorry of your loss and understand the pain and struggles you are going through. No words or thoughts will replace the loss of your love one. Only time will ease the pain. In the recent loss of my mother, the quiet times at night are the worst. Do not be afraid to grieve durning that time as that is part of the healing process.

May God be with you and your family providing comfort during these times. Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.

Kevin & Misty Hendrickson

Bruce LaBrecque

August 18, 2010

Dear Charest Family,

My deepest sympathy on the passing of Dennis, I worked with him for many many years at Hamilton. He was truely a joy to work with and I will persoannly miss him. Dennis was a true mentor to so many people. He had a great sense of humor and always had our backs. He taught me so much personally. I will miss him. Please be well and take comfort in knowing Dennis was an awesome man and leader.
Bruce LaBrecque

Benjamin Sutch

August 18, 2010

Dear Laura, Keith & Family,

I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts are with you and your family. May your memories give you strength.

August 18, 2010

Tricia and family, I am so sorry to hear about your loss.You will be in my daily thoughts and prayers. Kathy Martin

Mary Haggerty

August 18, 2010

Dear Kathy and Linda and the Charest Family,
Please except my deepest sympathies on the loss of Dennis. All of you are in my prayers.

Mary E. Haggerty
81 Conz Street
Apt 508
Northampton, Ma 01060

August 18, 2010

Dear Tricia and Family,
I am so sorry to hear of your loss.You are in my prayers and thoughts. He was a great guy!!!
Love,
Connie and Phil Wiggenhauser

Aimee Pioggia (DeVall)

August 18, 2010

Dear Laura & Steve - I am so sorry to hear the tragic of news of your father passing. My heart goes out to you...

August 18, 2010

Dear Laura, Steven, Mrs. Charest and your entire family ~

We are so sorry for your loss and will forever hold "Mister" in our hearts. He was a great man,gone to soon.

Our thoughts and prayers are with you ~

~ Kellie, Paul, Olivia, Marino, Frankie and Isolina Cipriani

August 17, 2010

Dear Tricia,
Was shocked to learn of Dennis's passing. Hang onto the wonderful memories and good times you spent together.
Our thoughts and prayers go out to you.

Tom & Beth(Carleton)Cosmos

Kathy Labrie

August 17, 2010

To the Charest family we are so sorry for your loss. Tricia and Marianne our prayers and thoughts are with you and your family.

Your golfing friends from Greater Springfield EWGA Board of Directors and Members

August 17, 2010

To the Entire Charest Family ; Please accept our deepest condolences in the passing of Dennis. Both Paula and I remember him from the FUN days at Hamilton Standard and we know he will surely be missed by anyone who knew him
Paula & Dick Major

August 17, 2010

Tricia, Laura, Stephen and family,
I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. May your memories bring you comfort in the days ahead. Joanie Burns Marsh

Sue Smith

August 17, 2010

I am so very sorry to hear of your loss. I worked with Dennis at UTC where we have missed working with him since his retirement. Words cannot express how deeply sorry we are for your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers.

Lorraine Wyrostek

August 17, 2010

Dear Charest Family. I worked with Dennis at Hamilton Standard and enjoyed what a wonderful person he was. He will be missed. My deepest sympathy to the entire family.

Sue manser

August 17, 2010

I am sorry to hear of Dennis' passing. I worked with him at UTC and he will be missed..

August 17, 2010

Dear Laura / Keith and family.

We were sadden to learn of the passing of your Dad. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Stephen Hallett & Deborah D'Antilio

August 17, 2010

Tricia, I worked with Dennis in 1978-1990. I remembered him explaining in awe of the birth of one of your children. He was a really nice, funny guy and I enjoyed working with him. My sincere condolences.

Kathy Schnepp

Amy Johnson

August 17, 2010

Tricia and family,
I am so sorry to hear of your sudden loss. I never had the pleasure of meeting Dennis but did know he was a major factor in many people's happiness and lives. May you find comfort in each other and with those who love you.

My deepest of sympathies,

August 17, 2010

Dear Tricia, Laura & Stephen,
We are so sorry for your loss, please try to hold onto the good memories.
Mark, Paula, Brian & Leann Fuller & Amie Legere

August 17, 2010

Dear Tricia,
We have lost one of the very best. As a friend he always had your back. God has taken a wonderful man to be with Him but has left us with many wonderful memories. Our sincerest sympathy to you, Laura, and Stephen.

Kirby and Carolyn Strole

August 17, 2010

Oh Tricia,
How sorry I was to learn of your loss. Didn't know Dennis was your High School sweetheart but what a wonderful legacy. Wish I had words of comfort but there are none. My heart breaks for you.
My deepest sympathy.

Christine (Carleton) Arnold

August 17, 2010

Dear Tricia, Laura and Stephen,

Words cannot express how deeply sorry we are for your loss. Every memory I have of Dennis brings a smile to my face. He was such a great and funny man. Please know that you are in our hearts and our prayers. We love you all.

Carrie, Dan, Norah and Ashlyn Coughlin

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