John W. Denzler IV

John W. Denzler IV

John Denzler Obituary

Published by Richmond Times-Dispatch from Feb. 5 to Feb. 6, 2009.
DENZLER, John W. IV, 83, of Varina, passed away Tuesday, February 3, 2009. He is survived by his wife of 61 years, Grace Hughes "Tee" Denzler; one son, John W. Denzler V and wife, Dinah; one granddaughter, Tara Harmon and husband, J.C.; one grandson, Richard "Rick" Denzler; one great-granddaughter, Mazie Grace Harmon; brother-in-law, M.P. "Boots" Hughes; several nieces and nephews; one special niece, Diane Boxley and husband, Sid. A special thanks to Bon Secours Hospice, Dr. Michael Sheehan and Dr. Maurice Schwartz, three special buddies, Earl Koontz, Frankie Hollis and Sid Canfield. He was a WWII Army veteran and served with the 101st Airborne Division, a molder of Richmond Foundry and retired employee of Henrico County Recreation and Parks. He was a member of Disabled American Veterans and American Legion Post #141 and a member of Willis United Methodist Church. The family will receive friends 2 to 8 p.m. Thursday, February 5, 2009, and Friday, February 6, 2009, at Nelsen Funeral Home, 4650 S. Laburnum Ave., Richmond. A graveside service will be held 11 a.m. Saturday, February 7, 2009, at Washington Memorial Park.


This obituary was originally published in the Richmond Times-Dispatch.

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March 4, 2009

Denise and Emil Krevonick posted to the memorial.

February 8, 2009

Delma Luck posted to the memorial.

February 7, 2009

John & Pam Keating posted to the memorial.

Denise and Emil Krevonick

March 4, 2009

JD, Dinah, and Family,

We were so sorry to hear of your loss. Emil and I will always remember the wonderful times that we shared with your Dad. Particularly the day that he came over with the tiller to break up the ground for my fish pond.

Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers. Lots of love,

Delma Luck

February 8, 2009

Be Still

Be still like the grass on a melancholy summer day
Be still like desert shrub.

Be calm and you will hear your loved one speak, in the stillness, in the calm, their love resounds.

If you are still this promise I make, you will hear the voice of your loved one helping you along your way.

John & Pam Keating

February 7, 2009

Johnny....Pam and I are sorry to hear of the loss of your dad. He was a solid citizen and neighbor. I hope you and your family find comfort in the fact that so many people loved your dad. Our prayers are with all of you during this time of despair. God Bless!

Theron Richards

February 6, 2009

Coach Denzler and family. I am very sorry to hear about your dad. You all are in our thoughts and prayers.

Elmo & Betty Mann

February 6, 2009

John and Family,
We are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time. Sincerely,

Anna Moran-Tibbs

February 6, 2009

Coach, Im very sorry to hear about your loss. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.

ellen hunter

February 6, 2009

Hey, John, Just wanted to let you know that I was thinking about you. I didn't know your dad but I have a sneaky feeling you were a lot like him!! ( which means I would have been crazy about him, too! ) Believe it or not, he will be with you always. See you soon at the Bay, Ellen

Dometria Dixon

February 6, 2009

To Grace and Family,
I am so sorry to hear of the passing of Mr. Denzler. Be encouraged and know that God is in control. May the rich blessings of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ be a comfort unto you now and in the days to come.
Be Blessed,
Dometria Renee' Smith Dixon
Bank of Virginia /Signet Bank/Sears

Scott Emerson

February 6, 2009

John and Family, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. May peace be with you all.

John Marano

February 5, 2009

John and family, my thoughts are with you at this most difficult of times. I am very sorry for your loss.

Christy Anderson (Damron)

February 5, 2009

John, Dinah, Tara and Rick,

My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Kellie Whitlow

February 5, 2009

John, Dinah, Tara and Rick,

You are in our thoughts and prays.

Kellie, Kathleen, Andrew and Jacob Whitlow

Gary & Mary Johns

February 5, 2009

We are so sorry to read of the passing of "Mr. Denzler". We hold a great respect for John and enjoyed many years of his friendship and words of wisdom. He was always a pleasure to have around and always displayed an entertaining and humorous personality. He will be missed by all that knew him. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. You may rest assurred that John is sitting in Heaven as you read this, hugging people and telling stories of his many fond memories with his friends on Earth. We can best honor him by doing the same.

Susan Jones McDonald

February 5, 2009

I have had the pleasure of knowing my childhood friend's father, Mr. Denzler, for 54 years and hold a special place in my heart for a man who gave a little girl her first "puppy", and graced us all with the warmest and most wonderful smile. As the days and weeks pass may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends and the memories of a special man and a life well lived.

Rose Richards

February 5, 2009

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Lee Peebles Bereavement Counselor

February 5, 2009

On behalf of all the staff at Bon Secours Hospice and Palliative Care we wish to extend to the friends and family our deepest sympathy and ongoing support. We hope and pray you will find peace with time. Please feel free to contact me anytime if I can be of help.

Sally and Red Herendeen

February 5, 2009

Our thoughts and prayers are with you, Grace, and with your family. We have many fond memories of John...........always doing things for friends and neighbors. Thank God for memories. May they remain with you always!

Janice McCouch

February 5, 2009

I send my deepest sympathy for your loss. I am not there in person, but my thoughts and prayers are with you.

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