Dennis J. Dietrich, 58, of Groton

GROTON – Dennis J. Dietrich, 58, of Groton, passed away peacefully at home on May 20, 2026, surrounded by the love of his family. Dennis was born on October 29, 1967, in Lawrence, Massachusetts, to George Conway and the late Donna (Birch) Conway. He was raised in the Lawrence and Methuen area and graduated from Greater Lawrence Technical School. After high school, Dennis enlisted in the United States Army. He later made the difficult and selfless decision to leave the military early in order to care for his son, Dennis—an early reflection of the importance he placed on family. Dennis was an extremely hard worker throughout his life. He spent his career as a driver with United Parcel Service and was a proud member of Teamsters Union Local 25. He took great pride in his work and remained dedicated to his job until declining health no longer allowed him to continue. Dennis was a loving husband to his wife of 29 years, Gemma L. (Coleman) Dietrich, and a deeply devoted father. He took great pride in his children, Dennis and Rachel, and was a steady source of love, guidance, and support throughout their lives. Time spent with family and friends meant a great deal to him, and he cherished the memories they created together. He found peace being outdoors and took pride in his gardens, where he enjoyed watching hummingbirds. Dennis also loved fantasy football and followed the National Football League closely, remaining a loyal fan of the New England Patriots. Dennis is survived by his beloved wife, Gemma L. (Coleman) Dietrich of Groton; his son, Dennis J. Dietrich and his wife, Heather, of Shirley; his daughter, Rachel L. Dietrich of Groton; his cherished grandchildren, Annabelle and Johanna Dietrich; his father, George Conway of Raymond, New Hampshire; his siblings, Natalie Maggio of Atkinson, New Hampshire; Mark Conway of Raymond, New Hampshire, and George Conway of Salem, New Hampshire, as well as many nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his mother, Donna (Birch) Conway, and his brother, Scott Dietrich of Methuen. Calling hours will be held from 3:00 to 5:30 PM on Wednesday, May 27, 2026, at the Anderson Funeral Home, 250 Main Street (Route 119), Townsend Center. A service of remembrance will follow at 5:30 PM in the funeral home. Gifts in memory of Dennis Dietrich may be made to support glioblastoma research Mass General Cancer Center. Checks may be made out to Mass General Brigham, and mailed to: Mass General Brigham Development, 399 Revolution Drive, Suite 1330, Somerville, MA 02145 with ‘In Memory of Dennis Dietrich” in the memo. Gifts can be made online at: https://giving.massgeneral.org/donate/ and under the tribute section, please include "In Memory of Dennis Dietrich."

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Dennis J. Dietrich, 58, of Groton

October 29, 1967 - May 20, 2026