Dennis A. Anselmo

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Dennis Anselmo Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by John F Givnish Funeral Home - Academy Rd on Mar. 9, 2026.
Dennis A. Anselmo passed away on March 5, 2026 at the age of 81. He was the loving husband of 56 years to Mary T. (nee Keville). Devoted father of John D. Anselmo (Jenna), Theresa M. Goodchild (James Jr.) and Nicole L. Anselmo. Dear Poppy of James Goodchild III, Austin Dennis Goodchild, and Jocelyn Marie Goodchild. He was the son of the late Salvatore and Anna (nee Antonelli) and brother of Barbara Hagosky (and the late Walter) and Eileen Selby. He is also survived by his extended family and friends. Dennis was a graduate of West Catholic High School and a US Army Veteran. He served in Vietnam in the 44th Medical Brigade. Relatives and friends are invited to Dennis' Visitation and Life Celebration Thursday March 12, 2026 from 6:00pm to 8:00pm at John F. Givnish Funeral Home 10975 Academy Rd. Phila. PA 19154 and also Friday March 13, 2026 from 10:00am to 10:45am followed by religious service at 11:00am. Interment at Washington Crossing National Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, family would prefer donations in Dennis' name to Wounded Warrior Project, P.0. Box 758516, Topeka, Kanas 66675-8516.

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John F. Givnish FH

10975 Academy Road, Philadelphia, PA 19154

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10:00 a.m. - 10:45 a.m.

John F. Givnish FH

10975 Academy Road, Philadelphia, PA 19154

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10975 Academy Road, Philadelphia, PA 19154

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