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Dennis P. Harrison Sr.

1952 - 2017

BORN

1952

DIED

2017

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Sullivan Funeral Home - Hanover

551 Washington Street

Hanover, Massachusetts

Dennis Harrison Obituary

Dennis Paul Harrison Sr., 65, died with a full heart on Tuesday, October 17, 2017, after a courageous battle with leukemia. He was born October 11, 1952, in Cambridge. In 1976, he married the love of his life and best friend Mary Elizabeth (Currie). Together they built a life and family in Scituate. Dennis was many things, a retired United States Postal Service letter carrier, veteran of the U.S. Army, but most importantly he was an amazing father and Papa. Dennis is survived by his beloved wife, Mary; their children, Dennis Harrison and his wife Therese, Jennifer Driscoll and her husband Bernie, Brendan Harrison and his wife Liza. He was the cherished grandfather to Mary (3) and Sinead (3) Harrison, Landon (2) and Hope (7 months) Driscoll, and Avery Harrison (7 months). The Harrison family will greet family and friends from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m. on Sunday, October 22, at the Sullivan Funeral Home, 551 Washington St., Rte. 53, Hanover. Funeral services will be held on Monday, October 23, at 10:30 a.m. at St. Helen Catholic Church, 383 Washington St., Rte. 53, Norwell, with Father John Currie officiating. A burial service will follow at Massachusetts National Cemetery, Connery Avenue, Bourne. The family would like to extend their gratitude to all the staff at the Dana Farber Cancer Institute, specifically Dr. Martha Wadleigh and Adriana Penicaud, PA. A loving thank you to the nursing staff on Yawkey 8 and BWH Floor 4C. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made in Dennis name to the Jimmy Fund. For directions and online guest book, visit www.SullivanFuneralHomes.com. Sullivan Funeral Homes Hanover Rockland Hanson 781-878-0920 781-293-2020 Family Owned & Operated For 5 Generations Since 1897
Published by The Scituate Mariner from Oct. 20 to Nov. 2, 2017.

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October 28, 2017

To all the Harrison Family,
We am so sorry to hear of Your loss. Our hearts go out to you. We will keep you in our prayers.
God Bless you all
Valerie and Alan Devine and family.

Paula Lynch- Mankewich

October 27, 2017

Dear Mary, Dennis, Jenny, and Brendan

My family is so deeply saddened to hear of the loss of Dennis. Dennis was our mail carrier for many years and became a good friend to our family. He always made us laugh and looked out for us kids ( waking us up on summer days before my mother would come home for her lunch break ) He would say " your going to get in trouble ! She will be home in 5 min...get up! "
I went on to baby sit for his kids and found out what an incredible family that he had. They have a unique bond that many families strive for.
After my father passed away, Dennis was so great to my mother in taking care of her pool . Even after he tried to retire from the pool business my mother would make him talk to the "new pool guy" because no one does it like Dennis.
My family was blessed to have known Dennis !
We hope that your family takes comfort in the joy that he brought to all of us.
Love
The Mankewich Family

Elizabeth & Richard Baxter

October 27, 2017

To the Harrison Family, Our deepest sympathy at the loss of your Husband, Father, and Papa. We are saddened by your loss. Sincerely, Betty (Butler) & Dick Baxter and family

Colleen Parrish

October 24, 2017

As my brother, you will always be here
no matter how far, you will always be near
No distance or person can keep us apart
For me and you, we share a heart
We share a bond so deep and strong
No mountain could move it or make it wrong
Our love began from the very start, it will endure forever and shall never part
Brother and sister we will always remain
No obstacles or challenges could make it wane
the love we have is like a tree, sturdy and steadfast it will always be
Our roots and branches are as thick as thieves
childhood friends like the webs we weave
Our hands and our hearts will always be one
Shared by no others , it can't be undone
I'll be by your side wherever we are
Just reach out and touch me and I'll never be far❤
Dennis, I will miss you always,
Your little sister Colleen xoxo

Joan McColgan

October 24, 2017

Dear Mary and Family,
I am so sorry for this tremendous loss. The way your family, and of course, his Mary, came together during these three years has been so moving to witness. From the time of diagnosis, you all put so much life and love in these 3 years, more than many experience in a 100 years. From weddings to babies to Disneyland, your love as a family has been inspirational and I pray those memories will give some peace in the days ahead.
Joan M

October 23, 2017

Dear Jenny and Family,
We are so sorry for your loss.He was a very special person. You are in our thoughts and prayers at this difficult time.
Jake and Maureen Duffy

MICHAEL Cabozzi

October 22, 2017

Mary, Dennis, Jenny and Brendan,

I'm so sorry to hear the passing of a great man! You are all in my thoughts and prayers. Wish I was up there to see y'all. My love and prayers are with you all.

Mr. Mrs. George Cabozzi

October 22, 2017

Dear Mary and Family George and I are so sorry to hear of the passing of Dennis... You are in our prayers

Patrick Connolly

October 22, 2017

Dear Harrison Family

So sorry to hear of Big Dennis' passing.

I have a lot of memories of Dennis from a long time ago on Turner Rd. He was a good man and a good dad.

Our thoughts and prayers are with you all in this difficult time.

The Connolly's

Joan Sullivan

October 22, 2017

Dear Mary and Jenny,

I am sorry to hear of the passing of your beloved husband and father,Dennis.You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Joan

Trevor Harrison

October 21, 2017

Rest in peace Uncle Dennis

Maureen Stamper

October 21, 2017

Dear Mary and family
I am so sorry to hear of your great loss
May God and all your family and friends help you through this !

Your all in my thoughts and prayers ❤❤

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2:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.

Sullivan Funeral Home

551 Washington St., Rte. 53, Hanover, MA

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Funeral service

10:30 a.m.

St. Helen Catholic Church

383 Washington St., Rte. 53, Norwell, MA

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