Dennis R. Desroches, of The Villages, Florida, passed away on March 5, 2026.

He was born on June 19, 1943, in Southbridge, Massachusetts, to Edward and Estelle Desroches and grew up in Southbridge. Dennis graduated from Mary E. Wells High School and went on to earn his master’s degree from Salem State College and a Certificate of Advanced Graduate Studies (CAGS) from Springfield College.

Dennis dedicated his entire professional career to the Southbridge Public School System, where he served as an educator and administrator. He retired as principal of Southbridge middle school after many years of service to the community and its students.

Dennis enjoyed spending time on the golf course and was a passionate fan of the New England Patriots.

He is survived by his beloved wife of 57 years, Patricia Page Desroches of Florida his twin brother, Donald Desroches (Frances) one nephew; three nieces; and his sisters in law, Judy Harrald ( Jack), Jacqui Page, Penny Hazen (Chuck)

A Memorial Mass will be held at St. Michael the Archangel Catholic Church in Leawood, Kansas, on March 23 at 4:30p.m.

The family would like to extend special thanks to Penny and Chuck for their support and care during Dennis’s illness.