Dana J. Hartnett, 63, of Brookline, formerly of Nashua and Merrimack, passed away Sunday evening, November 5, 2023 at Southern New Hampshire Medical Center after a brief illness.
Born in Woburn, Massachusetts on September 19, 1960, he was a son of the late David P. and Doris (Nichols) Hartnett. Educated in local schools, Dana was a graduate of Nashua High School Class of 1978. He furthered his education at Laconia College for two years, earning a degree in printing and later attended Hesser College where he earned an Associate’s degree.
Dana was employed as a lead software developer for Meditech of Canton, MA for the past 26 years.
His many interests and hobbies include his love of reading and was a Steven King fan. He enjoyed a variety of music, especially The Beatles; and watching Sci Fi and Star Trek. An avid bowler, Dana bowled on leagues at the Merrimack Ten Pin for many years.
Members of his family include his wife of 43 years, Denise D. (Ducharme) Hartnett, whom he married on October 24, 1980; his son and daughter-in-law, Scott and Samantha Hartnett; three grandchildren, Oliana, Moira-Riley and Ian Hartnett; a niece, Lisa Lovelace; and a nephew, Doug Hartnett. In addition to his parents, Dana was predeceased by his brothers, David P. Hartnett, Jr., Dennis D. Hartnett and Daniel J. Hartnett.
His family will receive relatives and friends at the Parish of the Resurrection, 449 Broad Street, Nashua, Monday, November 13th from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at one o’clock. Interment will take place in Edgewood Cemetery. Donations may be made in his memory to the American Cancer Society. To leave an online message of condolence, please visit www.farwellfuneralservice.com Arrangements are in the care of the FARWELL FUNERAL SERVICE, 18 Lock Street, Nashua.
