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Opal Denny Obituary

Opal Denny Springfield Opal Denny, age 85, of Springfield, died January 22, 2009. Opal was born March 1, 1923 in LaFollett, TN, the daughter of Joseph and Mary Belle (Shepherd) Housley. She married Victor Denney on December 24, 1941 in Jacksboro, TN and he preceded her in death on September 16, 1998. Mrs. Denny was a member of Faith Baptist Church in Battle Creek and was a longtime member of the choir. She retired from the Battle Creek Public Schools as a bus driver in 2000 after 32 years of service. Opal always took an interest with the children of her church and her grandchildren were the joy of her life. Opal is survived by her children: Annette (Leo) Calvert of Battle Creek, Mary Sue (Joe) Licavoli of Portage, Vickey (Robert) Pierce of Burlington, Joan (Marc) Colitti of Battle Creek, Jimmy (Judy) Denny of Battle Creek, and Janice (Raymond) Reynolds of Battle Creek; 7 grandchildren; 2 stepgrandchildren; 1 great-granddaughter; and 3 step-great-grandchildren. Besides her husband Victor, Opal was preceded in death by 3 brothers and 2 sisters. A memorial service will be held on Tuesday, January 27, 2009 at 10:30 a.m. at Faith Baptist Church, Battle Creek with the Reverend James W. Beavers II officiating. Burial of her cremains will be in Ft. Custer National Cemetery, Augusta. Memorials in Opal's name may be directed to her church or to the Diabetes Association. Arrangements by the Royal Funeral Home, Battle Creek.

Published by Battle Creek Enquirer from Jan. 25 to Jan. 26, 2009.
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We were so sorry to hear of your mothers & grandmothers passing.
She was a wonderful caring loving person. We spend so much time together as bus drivers, and although we had spoke in and few years I did think of her often. She is happy now she with her loving husband. God Bless to all of you.

Janet Camp & Family

February 7, 2009

We were so sorry to hear of your mothers & grandmothers passing.
She was a wonderful caring loving person. We spend so much time together as bus drivers, and although we had spoke in and few years I did think of her often. She is happy how she with her loving husband. God Bless to all of you.

Janet Camp & Family

February 7, 2009

To my long distance family,
This is Kathy Lester, Sammie Lowe's daughter. Like sister Sharon posted previously, we have many fond memories spent with Aunt Opal and Uncle Vick at their vacation home in Tennessee. They always welcomed us with warmth and love. Those are very precious memories.

It saddens me to hear of Aunt Opal's passing, but it comforts me to know I will see her again in heaven. Jesus said " I am the resurrection and the life. He who believes in me will live, even though he dies, and whoever lives and believes in me will never die." John 11:25 That is a wonderful promise that we can hang onto in times like these. I am praying for your peace and comfort. I know she will be sorely missed.
Much love,

Kathy Lowe Lester

February 6, 2009

This is your cousin from Tennessee. I am so sorry I just found out from our paper about Aunt Opal's passing. I will miss her so much. She was the most fun to be around. I will always remember going out to their home here and playing in and around Uncle Vic's whittling shavings and listening to her huge laugh. It is so odd that my youngest son was talking about taking up whittling while he is on guard duty to pass the time and I had told him about Vic's mounds of shavings. I will miss her and am thinking about you guys.

Sharon Lowe Stiner

February 6, 2009

Our deepest sympathy for the loss of your Mother. My parents (Owen & Dorothy Edgington - Illinois) and I remember fondly, the Denny family from Springfield Baptist Church.

Vanessa (Edgington) Williams

January 29, 2009

To the Family of Mrs. Denny...I will always remember your Mom and Dad. Growing up with all of you, there was always a smile.

Linda Shorter(Miles)

January 28, 2009

My deepest sympathy for your loss. Your mother and I worked together driving school bus. I will remember your mom for the wonderful pies that she baked. She truly was a terrific lady. God Bless you all.

Julie Dellinger

January 26, 2009

Opal was a wonderful Christian lady. We are sorry for your loss.

L.E. Hammock

January 26, 2009

To The Denny Family,
I'm so very sorry for your loss. I will be thinking of you during this time of sorrow. She was highly thought of by her fellow bus drivers. I remember when she drove bus for me and used to stop at McDonald's for us when we were good!! She will be missed by all.

Brenda Jones

January 26, 2009

Jan,
My thoughts are with you. Your mother was a wonderful bus driver. She was my bus driver for many years, she was tough, but a very nice lady. I am so sorry for your loss. ~~Christina (Gibson) Outman Brenda Jones Sister.~~

Christina Outman

January 26, 2009

Mary Sue,

I met your mother many years ago when she visited the Teachers CU. A very wonderful lady. I'm sorry for your lost.

God Bless.

Mark Abbott

Mark Abbott

January 26, 2009

We are sorry for your loss. May Gods peace and love be with the family.

Darrell Stonecipher

January 26, 2009

Sorry for your loss. We are thinking of you in your time of sorrow.

Randy & Tammy Ashby

January 26, 2009

Renata Colitti O'Day

January 25, 2009

Opal was a grand and sweet lady. Always said hi to all. She was kind and so friendly and as a member of her sunday school class she will be so missed. She is in glory and my prayers are with her family.

Mary L Johnson

January 25, 2009

Opal will be greatly missed by her friends and relatives in Tennessee. I had the pleasure of spending an afternoon with her last summer during her visit to LaFollette. We went to the old Shepherd family cemetery to see her grandparents graves. She shared many wonderful family stories with me. We all loved her very much and looked forward to seeing her. My prayers are with the family.

Connie Shepherd-Robertson

January 25, 2009

So sorry to here about your Mom. I will always remember her and your Dad at church. Wonderful couple. My Aunt Ethel and Uncle Luther Young welcomed her in heaven. You and your family will be in my prayers.

Debbie Eason

January 25, 2009

We send our sympathy to the family of our former neighbor and friend. We cherish the memories we have of Victor and Opal. God bless you all in these sad times. Robert and Marie Spradlin

Robert Spradlin

January 25, 2009

Sharing in your sorrow and offering deepest sympathy.
God's Gentle Peace
John and Pat

John and Pat Longfield

January 25, 2009

What a wonderful lady. She was special in so many ways. I know how close all of you were and how much you loved her. I pray for God to help you through this time of loss.

Linda Blowers

January 25, 2009

WE LOVED AUNT OPAL VERY MUCH!! WE HAVE LOTS OF FUNNY MEMORIES OF HER GROWING UP ON THE FARM. SHE WAS A VERY CLASSY LADY AND WE HAVE THE ASSURANCE OF KNOWING WE WILL SEE HER AGAIN IN HEAVEN.
HER NIECE, IMOGENE WELLS AND FAMILY

IMOGENE WELLS AND FAMILY

January 25, 2009

What wonderful memories I have of Mr. & Mrs. Denny at "Springfield Baptist." I can still picture them in the choir. I know Mother, Dad and Janette welcomed them to the Heavenly Choir! I am so sorry for your loss. Love to you all.

Anita (Young) Athearn

January 25, 2009

Opal was one of my favorite people I have lot's of good memories. Working and socializing. I'll miss her. Our thought's and prayers are with you. Bill & Corky Morse

Cora Morse

January 25, 2009

Dear Denny Family,
I was really sorry to hear about your Mom she will be really missed. I can remember her and my Mom Thelma doing things together and the two of them planting a garden and singing together. I will never forget your family we have some great memories of all of us growing up together. I know now that she is up there now singing in the heavenly choir and having a good time. I will be praying for you and your family at this time. Love, Linda

Linda Loser

January 25, 2009

Our deepest sympathy to all the friends and family of Opal. Our prayers and thoughts are with you at this sad time. Opal was in my Sunday School Class at Faith Baptist.

Jan and Frank Mead

January 25, 2009

Mary Sue
We are terribly sorry for the loss of your Mom. She was a special lady and will be sadly missed by all. May she have a safe journey to higher places. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your families.
Duane and Marilyn Metty

Duane & Marilyn Metty

January 25, 2009

May God Bless you during your time of sorrow, you are in our prayes

Dorothy Blowers

January 25, 2009

I'm glad to have met Opal while driving bus, before her retirement. She was a good person who loved her family and always had a ready smile for all. May she rest in peace.

Sallie Winans

January 25, 2009

Dear Annette,
I am so sorry for your loss.
My thoughts and prayers go with you.

Sharon Treadwell

January 25, 2009

We are so sorry to hear of the loss of your Mother, it is never easy. The pain diminishes but never goes away. You have so many wonderful memories of both your parents, so hold on to them. Your momma was such a gracious and special lady, you have a lot to be proud of.
You are in our thoughts and prays, with loving memories.
Dwight and Delores Clark

Delores Clark

January 25, 2009

Our deepest sympathies on the loss of Mrs. Denny. The family is in our thoughts and prayers.

Larry & Ann Conklin

January 25, 2009

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Ann Hicks & family

January 25, 2009

My Deepest Condolences to you. May God Bless All of You and be with you through this time. Irene Frost

Irene Frost

January 25, 2009

Angela & Simmie Hicks

January 25, 2009

Mother's are difficult to give up, expecially this one. I appreciate her friendship and her loayallity to friends and family. Hug & Sue, Jacksbor.

Hugh Spradlin

January 25, 2009

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