Andrew T Denis

Andrew T. Denis, age 77 of Wilmington succumbed to metastatic melanoma that challenged him for nine years on July 31, 2012. He was born in Wilmington, DE to the late Anna and Andrew Denis.  He was predeceased by his brother Walter. After graduating Salesianum High School in 1952, he served in the Army for 3 years.  Andy worked in sales all of his life, retiring from Joseph W. Small & Assoc after 25 years.  He was an avid fisherman, birdwatcher, water colorist, pinochle player and sports fan.  Most of all he enjoyed spending time with his family, friends and his adoring grandchildren. Andy is survived by Eileen his loving wife of 54 years, and his four children - Susan of Tucson, AZ;  Jack and his wife Marti of Cape May Court House, NJ; Patti Solge of Wilmington, DE; and Carol of Wilmington, DE; as wells as six grandchildren - Lauren, Rachel and Jack Jr. Denis; Josh, Amanda, and Dominic Solge. A funeral mass will be held at 11:30 AM Saturday, August 4th at St. Helena's RC Church, 602 Philadelphia Pike, Wilmington, DE 19809.  Friends may call from 10 to 11:20 AM at the Church.  Interment will be private.  In lieu of flowers, contributions in Andy's name may be made to Delaware Hospice, 3515 Silverside Road, Wilmington, DE  19810. Funeral Mass 11:30 AM Sat. Aug 4 St. Helena's RC Church Visitation 10 to 11:20 AM Sat. at Church Interment Private