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Dennis Letendre Obituary
Sturbridge - Dennis J. Letendre, 63, formerly of Fiske Hill Rd., passed away peacefully on Wednesday, May 31st at Holden Rehabilitation after battling a long illness. Dennis was surrounded by his loving family at his passing and is now at peace.
Dennis is survived by his father, George; his former spouse and best friend, Wendy (Luukko) Letendre; his daughters, Rebecka and her husband Peter Lamarine of Southbridge, Jessica Dakin and her husband David of Connecticut, Elizabeth Letendre and her partner John of Fitchburg; his son, Joshua; his grandchildren, Caroline and Patrick Lamarine and Kellie and Rachel Letendre. Dennis was predeceased by his brother Robert. He was born in Southbridge the son of the late Theresa (O'Brien) Letendre. Dennis spent many years in Southbridge, eventually moving to Sturbridge where he raised his family.
Dennis was an avid musician and a very gifted keyboard player and was a member of a number of local bands in the 70s with his brother including "Lance INC" and "Copperhead". Most recently he played with Rock House 6 and Route 66. Dennis was an active member in the church ministries at the former Notre Dame Parish in Southbridge. Dennis was a member of the Central Mass Wanderers and attended many car shows in his classic car. Dennis enjoyed most the simple things in life like cooking, playing cards and endless quality time with his family.
The family wishes to thank in a very special way all the staff at Holden Rehabilitation, UMass Memorial Medical Center, Vibra Hospital, and Compassus Hospice for the devoted and caring attention that was provided to Dennis during his illness.
His funeral will be held on Monday, June 5th, from the Daniel T. Morrill Funeral Home, 130 Hamilton St., Southbridge, with a Mass at 10:00am in the Notre Dame Church of the St. John Paul II Parish, 446 Main St., Southbridge. Burial will be in New Notre Dame Cemetery, Southbridge. Calling hours in the funeral home will be held on Sunday, June 4th, from 4:00 to 6:00pm.
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Joshua G Letendre
May 26, 2021
Love you an miss you but making you proud
josh letendre
February 9, 2018
love an miss you dad
Joshua Letendre
October 2, 2017
Nicole MacLellan
June 2, 2017
Letendre family, Please accept my condolences on the passing of your Dad/grandfather/husband/son . It was an honor to have met & known such a great person and I will truly miss him. May God embrace you in comfort during this difficult time. Rest in peace Mr. Letendre
Dennis Duga
June 2, 2017
God's blessings to you Den, may you rest in peace at last. Your entire family and fan club of musician peers shall never forget your immense talent as a musician and your kindness to all, your spirit truly a one in a million soul. You will be missed by all. Carry on my wayward son 'till we meet again.
I miss you so much Dad ❤
Rebecka
June 1, 2017
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