Dena Marie Eldridge

Dena was born on July 10, 1954 in Boston, MA to Richard and Reta Horne.

Dena married William Eldridge on September 1, 1984 and the couple had 2 daughters together.

She enjoyed doing puzzles, arts and crafts, fishing, watching her Boston teams, board games, had a huge love for horses, spending time with her Hastings crew, supporting her Kennyman's music, but mostly enjoyed her family time. Dena especially loved her role as Nana. Her family and friends will always remember her as an energetic, strong and brave warrior.

Dena is lovingly remembered and survived by her daughter Jennifer and her husband Kenneth Graves of Mendon, her daughter Karyn Eldridge and fiancé Joseph Morin of Webster, her sisters Lynn Sullivan, Patricia Horne, Donna Cooper, Helena Hall, her brothers Richard Horne and Christopher Horne, and her adored grandson Kenneth Jr. She also had many cousins, nieces and nephews. She is preceded in death by her parents, Richard and Reta Horne and her husband, Willie.

A visitation will be held on Friday, September 17, 2021 from 4 - 6 pm with a Celebration of Life at 6 pm at Advantage Funeral Home. All are welcome to attend and celebrate Dena’s life. Please wear bright colors or floral attire is encouraged.

The family would like to thank her amazing team at the Metrowest Cancer Care Center for their dedication, support, encouragement, kindness and strength. They would also like to thank the nurses and hospice of Metrowest Medical Center for their compassion. Donations in her name can be made out to Central New England Equine Rescue INC and sent to 96 New Braintree Rd in West Brookfield, MA 01585 or through PayPal. Professional services conducted by Advantage Funeral and Cremation Services.