Dennis Cappetto
June 30, 1944 ~ April 14, 2024
Born in:
Chicago, Illinois
Resided in:
Pueblo West, Colorado
Celebration of Life:
Dennis Cappetto, 79, passed away April 14, 2024. Survived by his wife, Gloria Cappetto; daughter, Deanna (Fernando) Naranjo; grandchildren, Milana Naranjo and Enzo Naranjo; sister, Angela (John) Parnitzke; brothers, Michael Di Stefano and Nicholas Di Stefano. Preceded in death by his father, Fred Cappetto; mother, Doris Smith Cappetto Di Stefano; brothers, Fred Cappetto, Jr. and Joseph Cappetto. Dennis was born on June 30, 1944, in Chicago, Illinois. He retired from the Chicago Police Department after 36 years of service as a police officer. Dennis enjoyed riding motorcycles with his friends, having parties at the house, traveling by motorcycle, or car – muscle cars. He was a member of FOP #7; VFW Post 5812 and the Retired Chicago Police Association.
Cremation, Montgomery & Steward Crematorium. A memorial service will be held at 2:00 p.m. Thursday, April 18, 2024, in the Montgomery & Steward Funeral Chapel. Interment will be held at a later date in the Central Texas State National Cemetery. Those who desire may make memorials to the Gary Sinise Foundation; St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital; or the Shriners Hospital for Crippled Children.
Services
Memorial Service: April 18, 2024 2:00 pm
Montgomery & Steward Funeral Chapel
1317 N. Main Street
Pueblo, CO 81003
719-542-1552
http://www.montgomerysteward.com
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Charities
The family greatly appreciates donations made to these charities in Dennis Cappetto 's name.
Gary Sinise Foundation
PO Box 40726
Nashville,
TN
37204
Shriners Hospital for Children
Office of Development 2900 Rocky Point Dr.
Tampa,
FL
33607
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So sorry for your loss Gloria…may he rest in peace…..
Sincerely,
Larry and Jennifer Belcher
Ron Willis
Gloria and Family,
Before he was a permanent fixture on 60-E, aka the War Wagon, Dennis was in Area One Task Force. I met Dennis in June 1972 when I arrived in the unit. What a stud! He epitomized what it meant to be a Task Force ranger. A solid guy in every respect. I learned so much from him in my time as a relief man on the War Wagon. Not just about weapons and tactics, but about life and how to treat people. I revered those weeks we spent at Great Lakes, just because of the interactions we would have with other TF/SOG personnel from different areas. RIP, my friend. You truly made a difference. Here’s hoping we’ll meet again whenever the Good Lord calls me home.
Very hard to put into words what Dennis meant to me. He was my partner for 14 yrs. But more than that he’s was my big brother, mentor, best friend and someone who I always knew would cover my back no matter what.Dennis made being a police officer an easy job because he made 8 hrs fly by every day.Dennis you will be missed and never forgotten Thank you for everything. Jack
With Love,
John, Sharon, Michael, Bentley and Shelby Sanders
Tami, Sarah and Jenni Shepherd
Denny you will be greatly missed. You were always there for everyone. I’m going to miss my hand and foot partner. You were a great friend for over 50 years during our times in Chicago and Pueblo. Will see you on the other side.
Denny You will be SO Missed by SO Many for SO Many Reasons! You were always so
Kind so supportive and always gave such Wise advice. You were a Mentor,
You were a Patriot and You were My Friend!
Love Ya Bubby
Much love,
Tanya
Denny, one of my best friends growing up with in the old neighborhood on 69th Street.
We did a lot of things together, had fun & were very close. Myself, as well as my family will really miss you.
It’s hard to realize that you’re no longer here. I was never good with words but I’ll see you when I see you.
Dennis,
You are more than my friend, you are truly my Brother. I will miss our tinkering in your garage or mine, our sitting in lawn chairs at your place or mine watching the world go by, our motorcycle rides, your great BBQs, your dog treat filled pockets, our trips to Lowes to talk to strangers (no one is a stranger to you), and so much more! I will miss YOU, but my memories of you will forever warm my heart and soul. Ride on Brother. I love you. Colin
Well said my brother Colin! Doug
With our deepest sympathy,
Jim & Charlene
I am going to miss you a lot my friend, we worked together on 60-E and the three wheelers in Area 1 T.F.
Safe Passage Brother, Your name RINGS in Valhalla
I am going to miss you a lot my friend, we worked together on 60-E and the three wheeler in Area 1 T.F.
Safe Passage Brother, Your name RINGS in Valhalla
My prayers to the family. E Fred said it best! As a young policeman Dennis would always be there for advice while working with him, or in training. I learned a lot. Thanks brother!
Heartfelt and prayerful condolences from the Chicago Police Chaplains. Dennis will be remembered at the next Police Mass.
In the meantime, may family and friends know the healing touch of our all-loving, all-merciful God!
Dennis, you were one of the most dedicated and loyal officers i have ever had the pleasure working with – you were always looking to help others learn, stay safe and advance while asking nothing for yourself in return. There wasn’t a soul in the Task Force, Special Operations, Gang Crimes, and back to Special Operations that didn’t look up to you and look towards you for advice and friendship. You were certainly one of a kind and they sure don’t make ’em like you anymore. Gloria, so sorry for your loss, and take comfort knowing he is in a much better place.
God Speed my friend E Fred