Loving father and grandfather
Mr. David F. DeRienz, 68, of Waterbury passed away unexpectedly Wednesday, Sept. 23, 2015, in Brunswick, Maine.
Dave was born in Waterbury Nov. 23, 1946, a son of the late Ralph and Marjorie (Urban) DeRienz Sr. He graduated from Crosby High School, class of 1964, and earned his bachelor’s degree from the University of Connecticut. He worked as a district manager of Auto Zone for many years until his retirement in 2009. He was a member of the Black Sheep, a close-knit group of friends that met on a weekly basis. He was an avid car enthusiast, enjoyed bowling and sailing, and was a NASCAR fan for many years.
He is survived by his beloved daughter, Heather DeRienz Jones of Waterbury; his grandson, DeRent Glenn of Ft Lauderdale, Fla.; sister, Patricia Martino, and her husband, Joseph, of Middlebury; a sister-in-law, Deborah DeRienz of Woodbury; several nieces and nephews; and a host of friends he loved dearly. Dave was predeceased by a son, David F. DeRienz Jr., and a brother, Ralph DeRienz Jr. His dog, Baugo, also brought him great joy.
His funeral will be Wednesday, Sept. 30, at 10 a.m. from Chase Parkway Memorial/The Albini Family Funeral Home at 430 Chase Parkway in Waterbury to the Basilica of the Immaculate Conception for a Mass of Christian Burial at 11 a.m. Burial will follow at Middlebury Cemetery. Calling hours will be Tuesday, Sept. 29, from 5 to 8 p.m. at the funeral home.
For more info or to send e-condolences, visit www.chaseparkwaymemorial.com.
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