Anthony “Dennis” DelFavero, 72, of Leesburg FL, died on Tuesday November 24th at AdventHealth Waterman Hospital in Tavares following a courageous battle with Pancreatic Cancer.
Dennis was born and raised in Boston MA. Dennis enlisted in the Navy from 1964-1969, he honorably served his country in the Vietnam war. He went on to enlist in the Army reserves from 1971-1978. Upon retiring from the Army, Dennis became a Billerica MA resident for over 30 years. He was a proud member of Elks Lodge BPOE #2071 where he reached the coveted status of Exalted Ruler. Dennis also served as a member of both the Masonic Lodge and Shiners. Known as the type of person to give you the shirt off his back. Although he presented a tough exterior, he was a soft-hearted loving man, who loved the “open road.”
Dennis is survived his children, Angela & Denis St. Laurent, Shayne DelFavero, Laura & Jim Shanley; Brothers, John & his wife Bonnie (Cargill), Eugene & his wife Nina. Along with many nieces, nephews, grandchildren and cousins. He was preceded in death by his father, Duilio DelFavero, Brothers; Joseph DelFavero & Thomas DelFavero, Sister: Catherine Spacer, uncle & aunt Clement (Ikey) & Phyllis DelFavero.
The family plan to hold burial services at the US National Cemetery in Bourne MA, date to be announced later. In lieu of flowers, please consider making donations in his name to the St. Jude Children’s Foundation; https://www.stjude.org/donate.
