Mr. Denis J. Dragonas (’59)

The following obituary was originally posted by Campbell Funeral Home and can be found here.

Denis John Dragonas, 91, a resident of North Andover for over 50 years, passed away peacefully surrounded by loved ones on October 17, 2024. Born on February 11, 1933, to John D. and Marina J. Dragonas, Denis lived a life of service, dedication, and accomplishment.

A proud graduate of Salem Classical High School, Denis served as Class Vice President and graduated in 1951. He went on to earn a Bachelor of Arts degree from Holy Cross Theological Seminary and completed a Master’s degree at Boston University. He then continued his studies at Harvard University.

Denis was an active member of his community, serving on the board of directors at Saint Vasilios Greek Orthodox Church. He was elected by the City of Beverly, MA, to serve as an Alderman from 1961 to 1964. His professional career was distinguished by his tenure at Xerox Corporation, where he excelled as an executive in Analytic Sales Data, earning numerous Presidential Awards for sales excellence. He was a benefactor to the Boston University Alumni and was a proud member and benefactor of the National Republican Party. He was an avid golfer and was a longtime member of the North Andover Country Club.

He is survived by his beloved family which includes: His sister, Jane D. Perkins of New Canaan, CT; his brother, Peter Dragonas MD of Beverly, MA; his niece, Damaris Dragonas and her husband Michael Burns of Nevada City; his nephew Justin Dragonas and his wife Candice of Los Angeles; his nephew Henri Dragonas of Pasadena, CA; as well as several grandnieces and grandnephews. His sister, Dr. Phyliss J. Dragonas, and his brother-in-law, George A. Perkins, predeceased him.

A funeral service will be held at Saint Vasilios Greek Orthodox Church, 5 Paleologos St., Peabody, MA, on Thursday, October 24th, at 11:30 am. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to Saint Vasilios Greek Orthodox Church, 5 Paleologos St, Peabody, MA 01960.

Arrangements by Campbell Funeral Home, 525 Cabot St., Beverly, MA. Information, directions, condolences at www.CampbellFuneral.com.