Gary J. Dionne

Gary J. Dionne obituary, Salem, MA

Gary J. Dionne

Gary Dionne Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Murphy Funeral Home - Salem on Sep. 6, 2024.

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Gary J. Dionne, age 63, husband of Lisa (Rossetti) Dionne, died Thursday, August 29, 2024 at the Beth Israel Deaconess Hospital in Boston following a brief illness. Born in Salem, he is the son of Elisha Dionne, Jr and Eleanor (Hughes) Dionne. Gary attended Saltonstall School and Salem high School. His career was in construction, mainly roofing and insulation and later in his career he was a handyman. He lived in Salem until 2023.
Gary was a fan of all Boston major league sports teams, though recently his favorite NFL player was Lamar Jackson of the Baltimore Ravens. Throughout his life, he loved saltwater fishing and seafood of all varieties.
Surviving him in addition to his wife are his daughter Sarah Dionne of Salem, son Daniel Dionne of Lynn, grandchildren Alexis Jade Strouble of Lynn and Jace Strouble of Braintree, nephew Justin Dionne-Hughes of Springfield, VT and sister Sandra Dionne of Randolph plus several cousins. He was also the brother of the late Judy L. Dionne.
Gary's services were held privately as requested by his family. Arrangements were under the direction of the Murphy Funeral Home, 85 Federal St, Salem. For additional information or online guest book please call 978-744-0497 or visit www.MurphyFuneralHome.com
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