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John DeNegris Obituary
Jack was born in New Haven on July 30, 1940, a son of the late Matthew and Josephine (Milici) DeNegris.
Jack was raised in Wallingford and spent half his life either visiting or living in Branford and the last years in his "Heaven on Earth," Hutchinson Island, FL.
Jack owned Matthews Printing Co. and finally decided to retire on his 70th Birthday as the shop celebrated 50 years in business.
Jack coached his three sons' baseball, at Yalesville Little League for many years, he was an avid Yankee fan and loved the UCONN girls' basketball. How he missed his game day planning with lifelong friend Ron Chuba.
Jack was affectionately called "Pepa" and his family was everything; friends were his chosen family.
Jack will be forever remembered by his love for Gail, his devotion to family, his dry humor, his competitive spirit, his love for travel, his faith, and his deep appreciation for his life well-lived.
In addition to his wife, Gail, he will be deeply missed by his three sons and their wives, Dean (Rebecca) of Branford, Kurt (Heather) of Wallingford and Marc (Paige) of Milton, MA; his grandchildren, Brianna (Dominic), Michael, Eliza, Meredith, Blair, John Thomas, and Samantha; two great-grandchildren, Mary Rose and Jack; his brother, Matthew DeNegris ; his sister-in-law, Jackie Hanlon; his brother-in-law, Fran Marcuss (Michelle); Mary Pashley (Sue); many nieces, nephews and cousins. He also leaves many friends that WERE family to him. All will miss him.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated directly at Most Holy Trinity Church on Saturday, August 19, 2023 at 10 am. Interment will follow in St. John Cemetery in Wallingford. Gifts in his memory can be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105, a place that always reminded him, "my life is blessed". Arrangements are under the direction of The Wallingford Funeral Home, 809 North Main Street Ext. Wallingford.
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Memories and Condolences
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Rick and Sylvia Dighello
August 22, 2023
Dear Gail and Family, We are sorry that we were unable to attend services. Our relationship with your family came mostly from our son Rick's friendship with Kurt, but recently we saw you once in a while in Florida. Please accept our deepest and most sincere sympathy in your loss. We knew Jack to be a wonderful person who will certainly be missed by many people.
Kyle Baynes
August 21, 2023
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.
Cindy Semrau
August 19, 2023
Dean & Kurt - may the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
Cindy Semrau
Chris McManus Montesi
August 19, 2023
Many wonderful memories of `Mr. DeNegris´ during our summers on 2nd Avenue in Hotchkiss Grove. Chris Mcmanus Montesi.
Joanie Pashley-Baynes
August 19, 2023
I've been struggling to find the right words to say. My heart is heavy, I share in your mourning as we process the loss of a great man. And Jack was great. He was uniquely and wonderfully himself and I was truly blessed to have known him and his family for more than 48 years.
Many memories and moments that shaped my life...all started with Mary and I on Grieb Road and that led me to Matthew's Printing, my first job.
Jack was endearingly special to me. All the time keeping a paternal-like eye on me at 'the shop', and when I moved to California in 1984, he made me feel that he'd never stop keeping an eye on me. Far apart in miles but close in heart as he continued over these years to still call me his "turkey", a nickname he gave me in my early days at 'the shop'.
Absolutely the best man and family to have embraced me early on in my teenage years and fortunate it has carried me to today in my 60's.
Thank you, Jack, for your love and friendship and support and the gazillion pizza dinners on Friday nights on Grieb Road. Keep an eye on all of us from heaven, we'll look to the sky and see you there. "Well done, good and faithful servant!"
Gail, Dean, Kurt, Marc and families, my heart goes out to each of you. I love you all so much and am so very sorry for your loss. Jack loved you the most and that was clear in all he did every day of his life. Thank you for sharing him with us. Take care of your hearts...and know that's where he lives...as 'home is where the heart is'.
Ray Gomes
August 18, 2023
On behalf of the Board of Directors of Yalesville Little League, our coaches, and players, I would like to extend our sincere condolences to Jack's family, and friends.
Chris Molloy
August 18, 2023
Jack was a good man, was proud to work for him at Matthew’s Printing Felt like I was family rest in peace, Jack
Sandy McManus
August 18, 2023
We will always remember our Hotchkiss Grove early days! Great memories! Prayers to your family! Jay and Sandy McManus.
Rachael Palermo
August 17, 2023
Marc, Paige and family, so sorry for your loss. Sending love and prayers during this difficult times.
ray and bobbi lombra
August 17, 2023
A wonderful neighbor and person! Condolences to the family. Let's all celebrate a life well lived.
Tom Zappala
August 16, 2023
Jack was a wonderful human being and friend. I enjoyed our many travel experiences with him and his wife. He was always there to have lunch at half moon or celebrate my birthday in Florida. I enjoyed his company so much. He fought a courageous battle and never lost faith. I will miss you dear friend. Love Tom Zappala
Florene Condon
August 16, 2023
My deepest sympathy, Gail, do you and your family. He fought really hard, but he rest in peace.
John & Gerry Barbaro
August 16, 2023
We are so sad to hear of Jacks passing, our hearts go out to you and your family. We could never forget our trip to Portugal the fabulous time we had, You and Jack took us under your wings and made our trip fabulous. The trip would not have been great without You and Jack. May God give you the Strenth to get through this and May He Rest In Peace with no more Pain .Love John & Gerry
Dean Loucks
August 16, 2023
I worked for Matt and Jack for a little over a year back in the early 70's. I'm sorry to hear of Jack's passing. Condolences to the family.
Dean Loucks
Noreen Michener
August 16, 2023
I am sorry too read of John's Passing and my prayers for the Family~
David Quirk
August 15, 2023
I worked for Jack for 25 years (1973-1998)..He was very fair and generous to me and my family..Even though Matthews Printing was a small business, Jack was nice enough to set me up with a retirement plan. Thoughts and Prayers to the DeNegris Clan
Cheryl (Chet) Ernie Mrazik
August 15, 2023
What a wonderful Guy always so pleasent. Sorry for your los.
Ania Pulcinella
August 15, 2023
Our deepest sympathies to Dean and Becky for the passing of Deans father and Becky’s father in law. It’s so hard to lose a parent and you will think of him every day and a smile will come to you. Sincerely, Ania and Tony Pulcinella.
Ginger and Sam Dendas
August 15, 2023
We are deeply saddened to hear of Jack’s passing. He was a wonderful neighbor and warm, kind, and lovely man. He loved watching out 3 sons grow up in Hotchkiss Grove they have fond memories of tossing the tennis ball with him at low tide on the HG beach sandbar! We will miss him and cherish our fond memories of him and his lovely wife and sons.
Dick Lockert
August 15, 2023
I grew up across the street from Matt and Jackie on S. Whittlesey Ave. from 1947 to 1955. Jack and I played a lot of waffle ball in the back behind the Red Mans Club on the corner of Prince Street. Rest in Peace my friend!
John M DeNigris
August 15, 2023
My Sincere Condolences to Gail and Family
Lorrie Odice
August 15, 2023
My deepest sympathies to the wonderful DeNegris family. For the short time Jack was in my life he was a wonderful man and gentleman. ♥ With love Lorrie Odice
KENNETH SAUSE
August 15, 2023
A loving husband, a generous father, a valued friend, and the best garden manicurist that I ever have known. I think weeds feared him with his cutting blade that created edges on flower beds to be worthy of Versailles. Jack traveled with my international tours and was always the best dressed along with his prized Gail....I especially recall a safari where Jack and Gail looked like they just walked out of Saks 5th Ave! Whether it was a crisp shirt or a cocktail- Jack was ALWAYS neat. I missed our holidays parties with the Parks due to Covid worries, but Gail always sent a note from both of them, to keep in touch and offer prayers. Now I offer my prayers to them in this very difficult time. I know that I am a better man for having known the DeNegris Family. ..until we meet again, God Bless.
Elaine Eden
August 15, 2023
My deepest condolences Gail and family. May Jack rest in peace!
Rich Benham
August 15, 2023
So sorry for your loss!
Kate Higgins
August 15, 2023
So many happy HG memories of Jack and Gail and the boys. So, so sorry and sending much sympathy.
Mary Pashley
August 15, 2023
For many years I remember hearing, "well, that's Jack." And I figured out quickly that he was a man who was true to himself - he was who he was! To me, he was a father figure, an adviser, a fun guy and a dear, dear friend. Jack (and Gail) were always two people that I loved being around - for my whole life! They have been so instrumental in shaping the person that I am today. I have fond memories of time spent on Grieb Road with Dean, Kurt and Marc (my adopted brothers!) and time spent at the several Hotchkiss Grove houses and then in Cheshire and again in Florida - I retired to West Palm Beach and they were in Hutchinson Island - I loved it! Actually, in the last 8 years, I saw more of them in Florida than in Connecticut. Jack never seemed to mind that I was around so much - it was a compliment to the highest degree when he would say, "you again!" followed by a huge embrace, a classic "Jack smirk" and a kiss on the cheek. We did adopt each other for over 50 years and shared a mutual respect, admiration and love for each other even as I "grew up." It is one thing to be a favorite teenage babysitter, it is another to be a 60+ year old woman and feel more loved. He made me feel special every time I was with him. Yes, THAT WAS JACK. Rest in peace dear Jack. I'll be with Gail having coffee until we all meet again. Thank you for being YOU. xo
Charlene LaPlante Scranton
August 15, 2023
I remember Jack as a very special classmate. My condolences to his family, we will keep you all in our prayers.
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