Dennis Francis Daly Obituary

February 28, 1959 – January 24, 2026
Dennis Francis Daly, 66, passed away on January 24th 2026 after a courageous battle with lung cancer. He was surrounded by his family in his home in New Boston, NH, Born in Waltham, Massachusetts on February 28th , 1959, Dennis was the son of the late William S. Daly and Virginia (Savage) Daly. He grew up in Thailand, attending the International School of Bangkok (ISB), an experience that inspired his lifelong love of travel and connection to people of all cultures.

After returning to the United States, he graduated from Bourne High School in 1978, where he met his former spouse Sandra (Jones) Fobert. They moved to Lowell, Massachusetts and had two children together.

Dennis lived in Lowell for many decades, regularly attending St Joseph’s The Worker’s Shrine and being involved in his local community. In 2019 he moved to New Boston to share life with his wife and soulmate, Wendy Deabill.

Passionate about his work, Dennis dedicated his career to protecting others through lead and asbestos safety and OSHA instruction. He owned his own business and later worked for the Institute for Environmental Education (IEE) and most recently, TRC Corporation. He was also a certified driving instructor, licensed plumber, and proud member of the Local 12 Plumbers Union.

At age 50, Dennis proudly returned to school to earn an associate’s degree in liberal studies.

Above all, Dennis cherished family. He was a devoted husband, father, and uncle who found joy in life’s simple pleasures music, road trips, card games, and cheering on the Celtics with Wendy.

Dennis is survived by his loving wife Wendy Deabill; his children and their partners Julia (Will) Daly and David (Melissa) Daly and their partners; his step-children and their spouses Kate (Joel) Romero and Ken (Marissa) Lavoie; his siblings Virginia Daly, Denise and Ed Ferrari, Kathleen Vinnicombe; his step-grandchildren Gabriel Romero, Jacob Lavoie, and Abigail Lavoie; many nieces, nephews, grand-nieces and grand- nephews; and dearly beloved friends.

Dennis is predeceased by his siblings William E. Daly and Michael Daly.

Calling hours will be held on Friday January 30th from 2:00pm-4:00pm and 7:00pm to 9:00pm at the French and Rising Funeral Home 17 South Mast Street Goffstown NH 03045.A funeral service will be held on Saturday, January 31 at 2:00 PM at St. Matthew’s Church, 5 North Mast St, Goffstown, New Hampshire. For those attending the funeral service, overflow parking will be in the public lot behind the Goffstown Library.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations in memory of Dennis Daly, may be made to the Dana Farber Cancer Institute.

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Lovingly posted by: Erin Marie Daly

Today we lost someone incredibly special. My Uncle Dennis was such a big part of my life growing up. He was always there for the big moments and the everyday ones too.

When my dad passed away my freshman year of college, my Uncle Dennis truly stepped up, coming with my mom to all of my college softball games. He was at my wedding, baby shower, Mikey’s first birthday, my housewarming, my surprise 30th birthday, and so many milestones in between. He picked me up from college for doctor’s appointments, partied with my college teammates’ boyfriends at their apartment, spent countless Sundays with David and Julia when we lived in Quincy, Christmas parties, pool parties, Red Sox games, Patriots Super Bowl parades and so much more. Not only was he always there, he was present, engaged, genuinely interested, asking about your life and sharing what was going on in his. Most importantly, he was an incredible father to my cousins, David and Julia. The world feels a little less bright today.

Uncle D, give my mom and dad a big hug up there and don’t have too much fun. Dennis Daly #CANCERSUCKS

Lovingly posted by: Erin Marie Daly

My Uncle Dennis Daly passed away today. He had been gracefully and courageously battling lung cancer for several years. I find solace in knowing that his pain is gone, his suffering is over, that he is at peace in the Kingdom of Heaven with God and all our lost loved ones who have gone before.

I have such fond memories of him from growing up, but the thing that stands out to me the most is how consistently he was always there. After my father passed away when I was young, my Uncle Dennis always made sure to show up whenever he could. Without ever being asked, he was just always there. I’d be in the middle of a softball game and I’d look out into the stands and he’d be sitting there with a dark and stormy, cheering me on. I’ll always be grateful to him for that, as I know my father was as well.

My deepest condolences to my cousins, Julia and David Daly. Having you two and guiding you through life was your father’s greatest joy, and he made sure that everyone knew it. He was so proud of both of you and your biggest cheerleader in life. To his twin sister, Denise, and his older sister Gini, you two always looked out for him and only gave him sass from a place of love. You were his best friends in life and he loved being your little brother.

To his wife, Wendy, I am so sorry for your great loss. I am glad that you two found each other and were able to spend the time together that you did. Thank you for caring for him so well. You were the great love of his life, and he was so proud to call you his wife and partner.

He celebrated life every day and showed up for the people he loved. The lives he touched are countless, and he will be missed by many. He truly left this world a better place than when he found it. Let us learn from Uncle Dennis’ life and make sure to show up for those who matter most to us.

May he rest in peace.
Until we meet again
May God hold you in the hollow of His hand.

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