Dennis J McKenna
Died: Aug 9, 2019
He was born in Dover, NJ on February 17, 1936 to Felix and Lenore McKenna (Emerick). He was one of 11 children and pre-deceased by his parents and 8 of his siblings.
Dennis graduated from Hackettstown High School in 1954 and entered as an apprentice into the Pipefitters/Steamfitters Union, now Local 274. He served in the US Army from 1955-1957. He enjoyed 21 years of retirement.
Dennis was a loving husband, father and grandfather. He is survived by his loving wife of 53 years, Elizabeth J. McKenna (Meyer), his loving daughters Mary J. Demeo and her husband John, Tara A. Midili and her husband Thomas, his loving sons, Dennis J. McKenna, Jr and his wife Vilma, Blaine McKenna and his girlfriend Hollyce Schoepp, his adoring grandchildren, Samantha Midili, Olivia Midili, Audreik McKenna, Daniel McKenna, Alyssa McKenna and Ryan Demeo. He is also survived by his loving sister's Catherine Gelo and her husband Joseph and Candae McKenna Oliva.
He enjoyed the outdoors, roaming his property and spending time out by his brook. He had been a private pilot for many years. He also enjoyed metal detecting, scuba diving, boating, his many collections and spending time with his family. He adored his grandchildren.
He was a member of the Long Valley Rescue Squad, Long Valley Fire Department and The Knights of Columbus.
A visitation will be held on Tuesday August 13, 2019 from 2-4 pm and 7-9 pm at Cochran Funeral Home, 905 High Street, Hackettstown, NJ 07840.
A mass will be held on Wednesday August 14, 2019 at 11:00 AM at Our Lady of the Mountain Church, Schooley’s Mountain, NJ. Burial immediately following at Our Lady of the Mountain Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to either the Long Valley First Aid Squad, Long Valley Fire Department or the Knights of Columbus c/o Our Lady of the Mountain Church.
Those wishing to leave an online condolence may do so at www.cochranfuneral.com/
Condolences:
Eric P Westbrook
#8
August 18th, 2019 1:45 pm
My condolences goes out to the Mckenna family.
sister Mary Veronica, SCC
#7
August 13th, 2019 8:57 am
Dear Jane and Family,
My deep sympathy to you at this time. You are in my thought and prayer.
I am sorry I cannot be there.
CHICK DIMICELI
#6
August 12th, 2019 6:49 pm
McKenna family.So sorry to hear of the passing of Dennis.He was a long time friend.He will be missed.
Kathy and Joe Rich
#5
August 12th, 2019 4:33 pm
To the entire Mckenna family, we are so sorry to hear of Dennis' passing. We enjoyed many conversations with Dennis at the bagel shop. He had a great sense of humor and was educated in many diverse areas. We will certainly miss him.
Barbara Yankiv
#4
August 11th, 2019 6:32 pm
Dear Jane and family - Dennis will be missed by many. He was a fine man and a good friend to my husband Danny. Dennis was a tremendous help when we were selling our home. May God Bless you. I'm sure Danny is welcoming him!!
Ron & Barbara Shaw
#3
August 11th, 2019 5:59 pm
Dear Jane & all the family, So sorry for your loss. Our thoughts & prayers are with all of you at such a sad time. God Bless
Ron & Barbara
JERRY DIMAIO,SR.
#2
August 11th, 2019 4:41 pm
Dear Jane, Mary, Tara, Blaine, Dennis, Jr, and the entire McKenna Family,
I am deeply saddened by Dennis`s passing and so sorry for your great loss at this time. Dennis was truly a people person and had the gift of making others laugh with his witticisms about many subjects and gave many of us pleasure with his singing! He was the type of person that would always be there to help others when they needed help. He will be missed by so many dear friends of his. I for one can truly say that am both honored and privileged to say that I was a friend to this great man who was a great professional in his trade as a master Pipefitter/Steamfitter. I would be remiss if I didn`t mention his compassion for others. When I was hospitalized with cancer complications he would bring me lunch every day when I came home from the hospital and sit with me and talk about many things to help get my thoughts off my condition. Dear Jane please accept my most sincere condolences and sympathies. There are not any words that I know that will bring comfort at this sad time. I`m sorry for rambling but I loved my dear friend Dennis and will truly miss him.
John & Francine Clary
#1
August 11th, 2019 11:08 am
Dear Jane & family: Dennis was a very dear friend and he will be greatly missed. He was always enjoyable company!
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