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John Dente Obituary
Worcester - John F. Dente, 96, of Worcester, passed away on Sunday, June 7, 2020, in the comfort of Brookdale at Eddy Pond in Auburn. He was predeceased by his wife of sixty-four years, Edna (Comeau) Dente.
John is survived by his three loving daughters, Carol Ann Hunt and her husband Stephen of Worcester, Joanne Pogorek and her husband James of Lecanto, FL, and Susan M. Austin and her husband Kenneth of Auburn; a sister, Christina Brunelle of Worcester; three grandsons, Richard Hunt and his wife Karin, Robert Pogorek and his wife Meg, and Brian Pogorek and his wife Andrea; five great grandchildren, Angelina, Jordan, Giavanna, Ellie, and Emma; many nieces and nephews. John was predeceased by three sisters, Grace M. Dente, Teresa Mastasavage, and Antoinette Dumas. John was born in Worcester, son of the late, Joseph and Josephine (Setta) Dente, and has lived here all his life. He served proudly in the United States Army, in the 720th Military Police Battalion.
John was a letter carrier with the United States Post Office in Worcester, retiring in 1985. He was a member of Our Lady of Loreto Church, American Legion Post 201, and the DAV Chapter 4. He was also a member, director, and house chairman of the Frohsinn Club. He enjoyed golf and was proud to become a "Hole in One" golf member at Leicester Country Club when he was 87 years of age. He enjoyed woodworking or simply "puttering around" the house. John adored his family and cherished any time he could be with them. He was blessed to be surrounded by so much love.
John's family would like to thank Dr. Alan Jackson for his continued compassionate care. Thank you also to the Hospice team, especially Maureen and Bernice, and to the wonderful staff at Brookdale Assisted Living, the loving care they provided brought comfort to John and to his family.
The family will be celebrating his life privately, but invite people to watch via "live stream" on Thursday, June 11, at 12 Noon, by visiting the funeral home website and selecting "current live services". Interment will follow with Military Honors at Worcester County Memorial Park, Paxton.
The family has entrusted MERCADANTE FUNERAL HOME & CHAPEL.
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Al/Shawn Bercume/Lebel
June 9, 2020
Dear Carol, Sue, Steve and family! Shawn and I are extremely sad for your loss. It's hard being away and not being able to give you all a hug at this difficult time. We will always have a good memory of meeting your dad. We wish we could be there for you. But you are in our thoughts, now and always. God bless!
Love Al, Shawn and Mom
Wendie Haglund
June 9, 2020
DEAR STEVE AND CAROL, YOUR FATHER WAS SO BLESSED TO HAVE YOU AS HIS CARETAKERS. IT WAS OBVIOUS HOW MUCH HE LOVED AND APPRECIATED ALL YOUR TLC. HE HAD SUCH A GENTLE AND LOVING SOUL. PRAYS TO YOU AND ALL YOUR FAMILY. LOVE WENDIE AND BOB
Ingrid and Robert
June 9, 2020
My condolence to all the families of John.
He was a wonderful person.
I did spend many social years with him at the Frohsin Club,
Bob Smith
Ken Janulewicz
June 9, 2020
John was a class act. So genuine and kind. He will be missed for certain. His co-workers a the Post Office were lucky to have him while they did. On behalf of all the members of Branch 12, NALC we extend our deepest sympathies to John's family and friends during this difficult time and wish John eternal rest and peace.
Aileen Lovejoy
June 9, 2020
I knew John through my husband and the Frohsinn Club. My husband worked with him as a Letter Carrier and I worked for the club as a server many years ago. I always enjoyed talking to John. He was a kind person who will be remembered fondly. Rest In Peace, John Dente! Prayers for your family.
John Hegarty
June 9, 2020
Great guy.
Lots of fun at Knights of Columbus Bingo and playing golf.
He will be missed.
John Hegarty
June 8, 2020
Condolences to the Dente family
John was a great guy. Had lots of fun at Westboro K of C Bingo and playing golf.
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