Dennis J. Mitchell, 62, of North Haven, passed away on Saturday, June 22, 2019. He was the beloved husband of the late Lynn Sette. Dennis was born in Hartford on May 8, 1957 and was the son of Noreen McHugh Mitchell and the late Denis Mitchell. He had worked as a Quality Review Specialist for the State of Connecticut Department of Developmental Services. Dennis was an avid fan of the Boston Red Sox and enjoyed music, especially listening to his son’s band “Seller”. He loved the country of Ireland and his lifelong dream was to live there someday. Father of Katie and John Mitchell.
Family and friends are invited to go directly to Divine Mercy Parish at St. Rita’s Church, 1620 Whitney Avenue, Hamden on Thursday morning at 10:30 to attend a Mass of Christian burial and are also invited to attend the committal service immediately following in All Saints Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Camp Horizons, 127 Babcock Hill Road, South Windham, CT 06266. The North Haven Funeral Home, 36 Washington Avenue have been entrusted with the arrangements
Dennis was a brilliant man with a great sense of humor and wit. He was devoted to his family and was passionate about his job. He will be missed. His family is in my thoughts and prayers.
I was shocked to hear about Dennis. Although I never knew him well, he was a co-worker at DDS. when I was there in IT. He was a quiet, nice man. I am so sorry for your loss. I hope he can live in peace now and see as much of Ireland as he wishes for ever. God bless.
Dennis and I got talking about music one day while on a break at work. Since that day, I always looked forward to seeing him outside and having a laugh at life and sharing stories about music, family, and the world around us. He saw the world in a unique way and his stories and insight will be missed. My condolences to his family.
My sincere condolences to Katie and John, as well as the family. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
My sincere condolences to Katie and family.
To Katie and John:
I am saddened to hear of the passing of your father. I am praying for you both. So sorry. God look over you and comfort you.
Jan Fitzgerald Briscoe
I was so sad to hear about your father. Sending you and your family all my love.
My sincerest thoughts and prayers are with you, Kathryn, and your family. I’m praying for comfort in time of grief.
I remember Dennis as a gentle soul with a keen wit and kindness for all he encountered. We visited often during our time together at Southern Connecticut State University from 1978-82 and I treasured the time I spent with him. The enduring memory I’ll carry forward was when he sang “The Wedding Song” at the marriage ceremony of our mutual brother, Rob Tebecio, at St. Patrick’s Church in Farmington. He sang the tune with love lilting in his voice as if to speak the love I knew he had for Rob from the depths of his heart. Dennis love for the people he knew truly made me believe he had the makings of a clergyman. I regret that I never again encountered Dennis after those carefree college days. I wish to express my deepest condolences to those he leaves behind
My thoughts and prayers are with your family in this time of sorrow. He will be missed.
My deepest sympathies to family , friends and co-workers. Dennis served the citizens of Ct. and dedicated his career to DMR/DDS and touched the lives of so many. His calm and patient demeanor was a welcome presence on Capitol Ave. and I personally enjoyed our conversations as his wit and knowledge and dedication to the causes he cherished especially the “land across the sea” came through loud and clear! I regret that I cannot be with you to say a final prayer and thank Dennis for all he shared with so many. Commissioner O’Meara (Peter)