Dennis P. Harrington

Dennis P. Harrington, 80, of Indianapolis, passed away in the early morning hours of December 11, 2022, at Greenwood Health & Living after a courageous battle with his health. Dennis was born on January 7, 1942, in Blencoe, Iowa, to the late John Cletus and Margaret Mary (Ryan) Harrington. Dennis was a graduate of Lawton High School in Lawton, Iowa. Upon his graduation, he went on to graduate from Benedictine College in Atchison, Kansas. Dennis received a bachelor’s degree in Sociology.

A dedicated patriot to his country, Dennis enlisted in the United States Marine Corps in 1966 where he earned the rank of Staff Sargent. Dennis’ dedication to his country did not end after his service in the Marine Corps. Dennis went on to serve in the United States Air Force National Guard where he earned the honorable rank of Colonel. Dennis retired from military service in 1999 after 34 years of dedicated years to his country. Dennis was a proud lifetime member of the American Legion and the Veterans of Foreign Wars.

An avid sports fan, Dennis loved to watch and coach sports. Dennis loved music but specifically listening to Johnny Cash, Neil Diamond, John Denver, and Anne Murray. If he was watching a movie, it was either John Wayne or anything patriotic. Dennis was a devoted Irish Catholic. He was a member of the Knights of Columbus Msgr. M. Downey Council #3660 for 37 years. Dennis did not know a stranger, had a story for everything and had a zest for living life on his own terms. A true Irishman, Dennis will be remembered as a loyal and persistent man who was without a doubt dedicated to his country.

Along with his parents, Dennis was preceded in death by an infant son, Dennis Harrington; his brothers, Vincent, Gerald (Anne), Michael (Carol), and Paul Harrington; an infant brother, John Harrington; and Brother-in-law, Gus Rysavy.

Survivors include his children, Kathleen M. (Carlos) Zendejas, Patricia J. Sinovic, Eileen A. Harrington, John R. (Stephanie) Harrington, James M. (Lyndsy) Harrington, Colleen R. Harrington, and Kevin P. (Angela) Harrington; his previous spouse and the mother of his children, Mary Jane (Harrington) Harrington; his grandchildren, Michael, Corey, Ava, Caitlin (Dustin), Molly, Sean, Megan, Max, Bella, Jack, Will, Luke, Kate, Nolan, Liam, Finn, Marenn, Maeve, Holly, Ruth, and Cora; one great-grandchild, Sophia; his siblings, Raymond (Pat) Harrington, Joan Rysavy, Larry (Linda) Harrington, and James (Cathy) Harrington; sister-in-law, Nancy Harrington; numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, extended family members, and comrades.

Dennis’ Life Celebration® visitation will be held on Monday, December 19, 2022, from 10:00 to 11:00 AM in the narthex at St. Barnabas Catholic Church, 8300 Rahke Road, Indianapolis, Indiana 46217. Prior to the visitation, the recitation of the rosary will begin at 9:30 AM in the narthex on Monday. The Mass of Christian Burial will follow the visitation at 11:00 AM on Monday, December 19, 2022, in the church. Following the Mass, Dennis will be laid to rest in the National Cemetery Administration, Crown Hill Columbarium Annex beside his comrades. Please visit www.ORileyBranson.com to leave an online condolence for the Harrington family.