Dennis A. DuPuis

Dennis A. DuPuis, 79, of Cromwell, husband of Virginia Vinci DuPuis, died Monday, June 4, at home surrounded by his family. Born in Rumford ME, he was the son of the late Joseph and Jeanette (DeLano) DuPuis. Besides his wife, he is survived by children, Cathy Loura and Ron Manyak, Joseph DuPuis and Crystal, Richard Vinci and Lisa, Robin Pavano and Paul, Tracy Albanese and Gary; several grandchildren, great-grandchildren; brothers, Robert of East Hartford and Marc of AZ; nieces, nephews and his dog, Bella. Dennis was predeceased by his granddaughter, Nicole DuPuis; two sisters, Jeannine Ahearn and Jacqueline Cassin; brother Joe DuPuis and step-brother Dick Bowley. Dennis had fifty-two years' experience in heavy highway construction, working on major highways and bridges throughout CT. He was a member of Elks Lodge #2308, enjoyed golfing with his buddies at Westwoods, watching UCONN basketball games and spending time with his family and friends. His son, Joey, called him "Bon Homme", (good man), and Dennis will always be remembered as a truly good man. Friends may call at D'Angelo Funeral Home, 22 South Main St, Middletown, on Thursday from 5-7:30pm. Funeral services will be held on Friday at 10 am at St. John's Church, Cromwell where a mass of Christian burial will be celebrated. Interment will be at Rose Hill Memorial Park, Rocky Hill. In lieu of flowers, contributions in his memory may be made to Shriners Hospitals for Children, Attn: Office of Development, 2900 N. Rocky Point Dr, Tampa FL 33607 or Middlesex Hospital Cancer Center c/o Office of Development, 28 Crescent St, Middletown, CT 06457.