Dennis Almeida

AGE: 57 •

Dennis Almeida passed away early Friday at St. Peters University hospital in New Brunswick at the age of 57. Dennis was born in Brooklyn but lived for many years in Franklin Township. He was a longtime member of the Laborers Local 77. Dennis was an avid sports fan who always made sure to bet on his Mets or take a chance on the Jets. He played and umpired softball for most of his life and never missed a chance to coach his twin boys in little league. He had a quick wit and if you knew him you were gauranteed to share a laugh when crossing paths. He will be missed by many. Dennis was predeceased by his father Francis in 1986.

Dennis is survived by his wife of 30 years, Susan Mattaliano Almeida of Somerset and their children Ashley Grosso and her husband Alex of Long Valley, Lisa Almeida, Laura Almeida and her fiance Kenny Barbato, Frank Almeida, and Sal Almeida and his girlfriend Katlin Gagliardi, all of Somerset. He is also survived by his mother Marie Almeida of PA and his siblings Karen Collier Malone and her husband Patrick of Somerset, Marie Almeida of PA, Stephanie Putman and her husband Troy of NC and Anthony Almeida and his wife LeAnn of FL, as well as many nieces and nephews. Dennis is also survived by his two favorites, his two year old grandson Anthony Grosso and his faithful dog Roxie. A blessing will take place at 11:30 AM on Tuesday December 20, 2016 at the Gleason Funeral Home 1360 Hamilton Street in Somerset. Please arrive by 11:15 AM. A committal service at Franklin Memorial Park in North Brunswick will follow. The family will greet visitors at the funeral home on Monday from 4-8 PM and on Tuesday from 10:30 AM until the time of service.

Published in Home News Tribune on Dec. 18, 2016