Mr. Dennais S. Avila, of Taunton, died Thursday, October 11 at his residence following a lengthy illness. He was the beloved husband of Audrey (Powell) Avila. He was born 63 years ago in Taunton, the son of the late Thomas and Victoria (Cylinski) Avila. He was educated in Taunton and received his Associate’s Degree in Fire Science from Massasoit Community College in Brockton. Dennais was a lifelong city resident. Prior to his retirement, he had been employed as a firefighter for the City of Taunton for a number of years In the latter part of his career, he was involved with the Fire Department’s Fire Safety Program for the city’s schoolchildren. He was a U.S. Air Force veteran, serving during the Vietnam Era, and attained the rank of Staff Sergeant. He was a member of the Air Force Club, the Taunton Fish and Game Association, and served on the Board of Directors of Taunton Federal Credit Union. He enjoyed playing golf, camping and hunting. In addition to his wife, he leaves: 2 stepsons: Dale Hebert and his wife, Ivette of Taunton, and Glen Hebert of Taunton; 1 stepdaughter: Robbin Leary and her husband, Brian of Sandwich, and several brothers and sisters. Funeral arrangements are pending and will be announced at a later date. Arrangements are under the direction of The Riendeau-Mulvey Funeral Home of Taunton.
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