Michael James Delaney
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Michael James Delaney, 72, of Dalton, MA passed away April 22, 2021 at Berkshire Medical Center.
Born in Worcester, MA on February 25, 1949 he was a son of Edward and Shirley Horton Delaney. Michael was educated in Worcester schools and was a graduate of Worcester Boys Trade School.
Mr. Delaney married the former Candace J. Massacani on September 19, 1981.
He was employed as a painter and construction worker for various contractors. He retired in 2007.
A communicant of St. Agnes Church, he had a passion for gardening and had a green thumb. He loved spending time with his grandchildren.
He is survived by his wife Candace Delaney of Dalton; son, Kevin M. Delaney and wife Lindsay of Nottingham, NH; daughter, Danielle Delaney of Dalton, MA; three brothers, Patrick Delaney, Brian Delaney and his companion Sheila Burbank, and Brendan Delaney; Three sisters, Maureen O'Connor, Mary Beth Delaney and companion John Dyson, and Kathleen Delaney. Six grandchildren and many brothers and sisters in-law and nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by a brother, Terrance Delaney and a sister Joanne Delaney.
FUNERAL NOTICE: Calling hours will be held TODAY, Tuesday, April 27, 2021 from 4 to 6 p.m. at DERY-FOLEY FUNERAL HOME, 890 E. Main St, Dalton, MA. In Lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in his name to the American Cancer Society in care of the funeral home.