Dennis Haggerty

Dennis Mathew Haggerty, 79, of Kingston, passed away peacefully on October 25, 2022. He was the beloved father of Dennis and Andrew Haggerty.

Born in Santa Ana, California, he was the son of the late Gerald and Leonie (Navas) Haggerty. Dennis had a love for math and was a professor for many years at various colleges in New England, most recently CCRI. He was a graduate of the University of Rhode Island, where he received his M.S. in mathematics, and a graduate of the New York School of Visual Arts, where he obtained his M.F.A.

He loved taking pictures since he was a young man, first as an enthusiastic amateur and later as a professional photographer and photography teacher. He traveled regularly from Kingston to Daytona. Florida to photograph a local biker bar, the Boot Hill Saloon. His series on Boot Hill was prominently displayed at the URI library.

Almost everyone who knew him was impressed by his generosity and sense of humor. He came from an incredibly rich family background, and it deeply enhanced his understanding of life and the way he saw the world. Dennis enjoyed traveling, telling old stories, telling outrageous jokes. going to the movies, going for bike rides, and going to the bookstore. He especially loved doing all these things with his children. His sons were his whole world and he loved them dearly.

In addition to his two sons, Dennis also leaves behind his uncle, renowned pianist Robert Page of New Jersey, as well as several cousins and friends.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to The Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson's Research, Grand Central Station P.O.Box 4777, New York, NY 10163. (https://www.michaeljfox.org)

Visiting hours will be held on Sunday, November 20th from 1:00pm to 3:00pm at Avery Storti Funeral Home in Wakefield, Rhode Island. A funeral home service will be held at 3:00pm following visitation at Avery Storti Funeral Home in Wakefield, Rhode Island.