Richard Gerard Dennehy

Richard Gerard Dennehy was born October 17, 1939 in Chicago, Illinois to loving parents Richard George Dennehy and Lurline Adams. He passed away surrounded by his loving family the morning of August 24, 2023, at the age of eighty-three.

Richard was an extraordinary husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather. Richard often enjoyed spending time with his family, woodworking, playing golf and bowling.

Richard served our country in the United States Coast Guard. He was an active member of St. Jerome Catholic Church and was involved in multiple parish ministries. His kindness and generosity will remain in the hearts of his family and friends for many years to come.

Richard is preceded in death by both parents. Left to cherish his memory is his loving wife of fifty-three years, Dolores, his daughters Jennifer Linn Davis and Stephanie Anne Dunne (Allen), his son Michael Scott Dennehy (Frances), his former son-in-law Shan Davis, as well as his sister Catherine McKinney. He is also survived by his grandchildren Kristen Paige Dennehy, Alexis Renee Toliver (Anthony), Dalton Gerard Dennehy, Hunter Allen Dennehy, Brennan Scott Dennehy, Arianna Marie Sanchez, Cade Ross Davis, Ryan Patrick Dennehy, Austin Tyler Dennehy, Abigail Rose Dunne, Justine Emily Dunne, great- grandchildren Zayden, Arabella, Madalyn, and soon to be Alora, as well as his work family at Hill Electric.

Richard leaves behind a life and legacy that will not soon be forgotten. He will be missed dearly by everyone that had the pleasure of knowing him.