We sadly announce the sudden passing of Dr. Dennis L. Bouffard on Monday March 16, 2026 at Waterbury Hospital at the age of 78. Dennis was the husband and best friend of Susan (Wolfe) Bouffard.

Born in Waterbury on October 30, 1947, son of the late Ludger and Germaine (Cormier) Bouffard. Dennis was raised in Waterbury and graduated from St. Anne’s Grammar School. He went on to graduate from Assumption Prep High School in Worcester, MA, completed his undergraduate studies at John’s Hopkins University in MD, and earned his PhD at Indiana University. He retired after 30 years as a psychologist for the State of CT serving at Norwich, CT Valley and Fairfield Hills Hospitals.

Dennis loved rock and roll music and concerts. He was a guitar and piano player. He also enjoyed driving his Corvette and riding his Harley motorcycle.

In addition to his wife of eight years Susan, left to cherish his memory are his children Aimee and Adrien Bouffard, Shadia Siliman, Abe Siliman and his wife Alison Knochin, his grand baby, Layla Siliman, his sister Elise Strevel, his former spouse Patricia Bouffard, and several nieces and nephews.

Friends and family are invited to celebrate Dr. Dennis’ life on Friday March 20th at Woodtick Memorial 420 Woodtick Rd. in Wolcott. Calling hours begin at 11 AM followed by a service at 1PM. Burial will follow in Woodtick Cemetery. Woodtick Memorial is honored to serve the Bouffard family and you are encouraged to visit Dennis’ tribute page on www.woodtickmemorial.com for online condolences and directions.