Dearest Hourihan family, I am incredibly saddened to hear of this devastating news. Please accept my sincere condolences. Dennis was so proud of his family especially his beautiful grand babies. I met CSO Dennis from his daily night shift detail at the Federal Courthouse. Even after a long day at the Court, I never left without stopping by to chat with Dennis, who always had a great story to tell me and a kind word. He was the most genuine of gentleman and possessed a likability like no other. May he rest in eternal peace and may we keep his memory of kindness in our hearts forever. Elizabeth Sonnenberg

My deepest sympathies to the family of my dear friend of over 2 decades. Dennis was the first friend I made working at the Federal Court. We became fast friends and then neighbors. He was the best of the best!! I cherish the memories of our zillions of conversations, good times and his sage advice. He finally has the peace he deserved. Those left behind will never forget his big heart. I hope he's enjoying one of his favorite cigars and a big "ruby relaxer" while he swipes through vacation and family photos at a car show in heaven. Heaven's gain is our tremendous loss. I'm so glad that I was fortunate to know Dennis! I will miss you so much, D.

Nancy, Joey and Kevin, I have memories going back to my childhood of visiting my Grandpa & Grandma on Allston Street and Dorchester and My Dad taking me to visit your grandparents the McVineys and your Mom Ginnie. The house was always full of love and welcome, same on Squantum Street. When I worked in Boston I met Denny many days at the north Quincy station doing his thing, always the big smile and Happy hello, he was a giant of a man but as many said before me a gentle one! The nicest man and so much like both your parents. Joe and his pipe, cocktail in hand at many soirées at my parents house, always a hug and happy to see us, your Mom the most fun person whose company I have ever been in and a kind and loving woman. They would be so proud of you all, I only have such warm memories of being with all of you. We are so very sorry for your loss Love Jinny & Jack Nealon Plymouth MA

Sorry for your lose I'm going to miss you uncle Dennis (godfather) thanks for the memories from growing up to my wedding and everything in between your going to be missed deeply

Denny Danger ... what can I say both Mike and I will miss all the fun trips we took together from California, New York, Aruba (5 or 6 times) Cruise ,Lobster Bakes and of course to Maine Point Sebago where we had so many laughs and fun on the biggest Red double decker Pontoon boat in the lake and how we would joke that I was part owner because I was there so much and how generous you were to us and my kids . We will miss everything about you from your pranks and there were many to your laugh to your jokes to the food my god the food ! We loved you so much and I hope you're smoking your cigar right now. My heart breaks for Joanne , Corey , Carrie,Craig, Amaya, and Laney bug till we meet again Denny ❤️

Dennis-I met you 41 years ago when I became friends with Carrie. You welcomed me into your home and your family and I'm forever grateful for the many years of memories. Thank you for all the rides in the Bronco so Carrie and I could hang out or go to our afterschool jobs. You will be missed! Sending love and prayers, Kim Pierucci

RIP, Dennis, we had alot of good times over the years golfing, having a couple of cocktails afterwards. Telling each other how well we hit the ball and that we had to carry the team. RIP God bless

To my Uncle D, I keep finding myself looking back at the text messages we shared. Most of our conversations revolved around food, politics, your wonderful grandkids, and those hilarious jokes of yours that definitely shouldn't be made public. But the message that stands out the most is when you told me, "Enjoy it all while you can before you end up like me and Uncle Joe. Live every day like it could be your last. Stay smart and invest as much as you can in your 401s. Before you know it, you'll be ready to retire. HAVE FUN." You certainly knew how to live life to the fullest. I learned what fun really meant from you: getting thrown off the tube every year at Sebago Lake, battling it out over Boggle games, and knowing there would always be dessert waiting, thanks to you. I love you dearly, and I'm so grateful you're at peace now. I hope wherever you are, there are endless supplies of all your favorite things—cigars, desserts, and plenty of laughter. Love always- your favorite niece, Olivia

Very sorry for your loss. He was real great guy, we are fortunate to have met him . Our condolences to his family . Chris and Peggy Carroll

My heart breaks for Nancy, my dear friend, Kevin and Joey. Joanne, I'm so sorry for your loss. Dennis was a wonderful person! I had the opportunity to grow up with Nancy and Kevin. Mrs. Hourihan, Ginnie, was my mom's best friend. God bless all of you.🙏

Dennis was a friend with true loyalty who always managed to touch base at least a few times each year. A big man with a bigger heart. He was one of the few people who could honestly refer to me as 'Little Buddy'. RIP 'Skipper', your 'Little Buddy' misses you.

Such a sad loss. Dennis was always the life of the party. He will be missed so much. My condolences to Joann, the kids, Joey, Nancy, and Kevin and all your loved ones.

Dennis was a great deputy to work with and a funny guy! I learned a lot of life lessons from him. We spoke about the gospel of Jesus Christ and I pray that he is resting in his eternal arms. John 3:16 Condolences, Jacob Resil Fmr. PCSD

My deepest sympathy to the Hourihan family. May all the happy memories of your loved one ease your sorrows during difficult days.

I will never forget the day Dennis took me and my boys out on the pontoon boat, and let my younger one drive the boat fast. It will be imprinted in my mind forever. What a lucky family and friends to have memories with such a special person. His voice, his personality, his laugh, his love for all of you... what a gift. Carrie, thank you for letting your roommates get to know and love Dennis!

Our deep condolences to Joanne and the family. Dennis was a Great Guy, a best friend to all he knew, especially the Codman Square crew who he kept connected with individually and collectively with the gatherings he organized at his home and local restaurants all these years. We love you and will dearly miss your friendship.

Dennis was one of the best deputies anyone could have worked with! My deepest condolences to the family! Dennis,Rest in eternal peace. God speed... Deputy J Wallace PCSD

I consider myself extremely lucky to have grown up with an uncle like Uncle Dennis. He was more than just an uncle to Olivia and I. Every summer we would eagerly await our weekends away with him in Sebago where he would take us and our friends tubing, start campfires, and let us drive his precious golf carts. I even had the pleasure of living with him for a period of time where he would always wait up for me to make sure I was home safe and keep my favorite foods stocked in the kitchen. Olivia and I have the best (and funniest) memories looking up to Uncle Dennis and Dad's close relationship and learning the importance of family. Uncle Dennis was bigger than life and we will remember him by all the years he kept our family laughing. We will miss him dearly.

My deepest sympathies to your family.

Rest in peace, Dennis. You were the funniest person I knew and always the life of the party. You will never be forgotten. Thanks for keeping me laughing for my 65 years. I was truly blessed. We all will be lost without you. Love, Your Little Sister

He has left His Family and Friends many special memories, Thanks for sharing your Family with Me during our long friendship. Rest in Peace My Buddy.. Your friend Lou

One of the best , my friend from the courthouse. Rest in peace. Larry Blanchard 🙏

Cousin Dennis. Oh, the memories I have. My beloved cousin. I'll never forget you in your office in the U.S. Courthouse and your "lunches". Especially the time you yelled to me in the Rotunda of the Courthouse. "So what's the problem with your arse that my mother was talking about?" Thankfully no judges were around. Some of them remembered you fondly by the way. Oh the good memories. You have been a good man. I was sorry to see you go the way you did. I wish there was a way to spare you all of the agony. May you now find peace and love. God bless you. Cousin Tom

My condolences to you Joanne, & the entire family. Dennis was an awesome guy!!