NORTH FORT MYERS, Fla. — Albert Dennis Speropolous passed away unexpectedly on June 22, 2018 at the age of 73 in North Fort Myers, Fla.
Dennis was born in Lynn, the son of George Thomas and Vivienne G. (Mongeau) Speropolous. Dennis attended Lynn Classical High School and proudly served his country by entering the U.S. Navy in 1962. He served as a member of the Crash Crew at Saufley Field in Pensacola, Fla., until being re-assigned to the U.S. Bon Homme Richard Aircraft Carrier as a jet mechanic, serving in Vietnam during 1965-1966.
In 1967, Dennis began his career with GE Aviation in Lynn, where he worked for more than 40 years. He received his associate’s degree in the first class of aviation science at North Shore Community College in 1972. Dennis also earned his private and commercial pilots licenses during his college years.
He was a member of the VFW Post 1240 in Swampscott and a member of S.P.A.C.E. (Salem Play Area for Canine Exercise) and served on the board of directors. Dennis was also a member of the Andover Sportsman’s Club of Middletown and a member of the Sea Scouts in the 1960s.
Dennis is survived by his loving wife of 51 years, Patricia; children, Charles (Joann) Speropolous of Lynn, Stefanie (Christopher) Campbell of Beverly, and Daniel (Lisa) Speropolous of Swampscott; eight grandchildren, Tyler, Meghan, Christopher, Athena, Calix, Kali, Ella and Daniel; brothers, Thomas G. Speropolous of Chelsea, Richard Speropolous of Lynn, Stephan (Mary) Speropolous of N. Dartmouth, and Christopher (Cindy) Speropolous of Georgetown. Dennis was preceded in death by his brother, Peter C. Speropolous and his best furry canine friend Spencer. He also leaves behind his beloved dogs Lucy and Rosco. Dennis was a loving uncle to many nieces and nephews and a friend to many.
Donations in his honor may be made to the Monroe County Animal League in Union, W.Va., Sweet Paws Rescue in Groveland, Northeast Animal Shelter in Salem, the Wounded Warrior Project of Topeka, Kan., or the Fisher House Foundation of Rockville, Md.
Service information: A celebration of his life will be held at a later date. The family has entrusted the care of their loved one to the National Cremation and Burial Society.
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