Denise E. Mack

Denise E. Mack, 61, resident of Amherst, NH, died at her home after a sudden illness on July 16, 2024.

She was born on July 2, 1963, in Malden, MA, a daughter of the late Donald “Buddy” and Dolores (Collette) Maccini. She grew up in Saugus, MA with sister Donna, brothers Bobby and Donald, and plenty of pets.

In 1989 Denise was married to Brian Mack who shared a dream of having a family of their own. They raised two children, Kelsey and Connor, who she taught to be just as strong and fearless as herself. She celebrated 35 years of marriage with Brian this past spring and enjoyed living life to the fullest doing what she loved best: attending rock concerts, paddleboarding, travelling, connecting with family near and far and spending time with her pets Clementine, Towie and Loni.

After a long career of supporting individuals struggling with substance related challenges, Denise graduated with her master’s degree in social work from Boston University in 2017. She began her journey at the Veteran’s Affairs of Manchester, NH as an intern and worked tirelessly to earn a position as a Clinical Social Worker. She dedicated 5 and a half years to supporting veterans, touching lives and making meaningful friendships along the way, accomplishing her lifelong career goals.

Denise began her first battle with breast cancer in 2007 and continued to face health-related challenges throughout her life. However, this only fueled her passion for life, exhibited her strength and resilience, and her dedication to supporting others who faced similar challenges. A great way to honor Denise would be to donate to a cause close to her heart: Mary’s Place by the Sea, a sanctuary for women battling cancer.

If you'd like to contribute, you can donate directly through the Mary's Place by the Sea website using their "In Memory Of" option at the following link: Mary's Place by the Sea Donation (In Memory Of) - Mary's Place by the Sea (marysplacebythesea.org)

Survivors include her loving husband, Brian Mack, her two children, Kelsey and Connor, brothers Bobby and Donald, sister Donna Wilson, nieces Meghan and Maureen, nephew Patrick, great-niece Charlotte, sisters-in-law Cindy Beebe, Linda Mack, Susan Handel, their families, and her many close friends.

SERVICES: A memorial service will be held on Saturday, August 17, 2024, at 2pm in the Smith & Heald Funeral Home, 63 Elm Street, Milford, NH. The service will be followed with a celebration of life at her NH home (4 Pond Parish Rd in Amherst) with Italian pastries and strong coffee, her favorite.