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MARGARET DENHAM Obituary


  
MARGARET MARY DENHAM (Age 86)  "Peggy"  
On Thursday, August 28, 2014, of Silver Spring, MD. Beloved wife for 68 years of Royce M. Denham Sr.; mother of Royce M. Denham Jr., Rick Denham (Marlyn), Naomi Lynch (Mark), Carol McDonald Gallo (Phil), Ken Denham (Rima), Mary Fitzpatrick (Gil), Donna Matteson (Jeff) and the late Donny Denham; grandmother of Suzy (Brad), Julia (Jason) and John, Chris (Sarah) and Kim, Andrea and Shannon, Rachel, Daniel, Sarah and Hannah, Brian, Amanda and Valerie. Also survived by great-grandchildren, Jace, Abby, Dalton and Ellie. Relatives and friends may call at Collins Funeral Home, 500 University Boulevard West, Silver Spring, MD, (Valet Parking), Friday, September 5, from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial at St. Catherine Laboure, Veirs Mill & Claridge Roads, Wheaton, MD, on Saturday, September 6, 2014 at 10:15 a.m. Reception to follow after Mass. Interment Arlington National Cemetery at a later date. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Navy-Marine Corps Relief Society, 875 N. Randolph Street, #225, Arlington, VA 22203.www.COLLINSFUNERALHOME.com  

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Published by The Washington Post from Aug. 31 to Sep. 4, 2014.

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Joanne Fontana Munson

September 6, 2014

Donna, Sorry to hear of your moms passing. Prayers to you and your family.

Randy & Annette Weller

September 5, 2014

All our love to the Denham family. What a wonderful woman she was. Resting with her family in heaven now. Wishing you soothing thoughts and happy memories to get you through this tough time. Sending you all hugs.

September 5, 2014

May the God of tender mercies bring your family much comfort during this difficult time.

Marlyn Adriana Goyco

September 4, 2014

Tio and Titi,
Nana will be missed, she was a wonderful woman with the kindest soul. Love to the family, always on my heart.

September 4, 2014

Pinkie Achor-sending my deepest sympathy and prayers that you'll be comforted by memories of happy times together. May God bless and uplift you in the days to come.

Jane Polk

September 4, 2014

Carol, and the rest of the Denham family, my thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this time. While I never met your mother first hand, I've heard so many wonderful stories to know she was a very special person and will be greatly missed. But she'll continuing living on in your hearts and memories forever.

September 4, 2014

So sorry for your loss. May God be your source of comfort and strength during this difficult time.

Deborah Christie

September 4, 2014

Dear Carol,
No one can replace a mother's unconditional love - I beleive that is why we miss them so much.
With deepest sympathy, Debbie & Mike Christie

Neil Danzig

September 4, 2014

Donna and the rest of the Denham family. I am very sorry for the passing of your mother. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult period.

Bob and Bonnie Schlosser

September 4, 2014

Denham Family, our thoughts and prayers are with you during this time. May God give each of you peace or heart and fill your heart with all the beautiful memories you have built over the many years. We will be unable to attend the services as we will be out of town but know that our thoughts and prayers are with you.
With Gods Blessings,
Bob and Bonnie Schlosser

Sandra Schlosser Northern

September 3, 2014

Denham Family - I was so sorry to hear of your loss. "Mrs. Denham" has always held a very special place in my heart and memories as she was "my" babysitter when I was young. She always made me feel safe and loved, a part of her family. My thoughts, prayers, and love are with you all at this very difficult time.

Linda Watson

September 3, 2014

Rick and Marlyn, I'm so sorry to hear about the passing of your mom. May God's peace surround you and your loved ones at this most difficult time. You are all in our thoughts and prayers.

Wendy Bunis

September 2, 2014

May you know peace always.

mike derosa

September 2, 2014

to Rick and all the Denham Clan " may the Lord shine down upon all of you the Peace you may need to deal with this most troubling time; and the Peace you may need to move your Grief to that Peace you will arrive at when Margaret's memory will bring for you the Smile and Energy to continue your good works in life that she taught and expected
you to do. Mike and Rosemary deRosa

Rick We are going to try to attend the wake on Friday but we do have a conflict ; my nephew is getting married. But we may be able to make the mass on Saturday. Mike

Terry and Sharon Arnold

September 2, 2014

May her continued presence bring you peace and comfort

Heather Caffi

September 2, 2014

Dear Denham Family,
On behalf of the Wabnitz family, our deepest sorrow for your loss. My mom, Juanita and her late husband, Edwin were long time friends and Fleet members. As we were all Glenmont residents for many years.
So sorry for your loss.
Heather (Wabnitz) Caffi

September 2, 2014

Our thoughts and prayers are with you and all your family.

Hank and Susan Stocks

Cheryl

September 1, 2014

Auntie Peggy was a truly special woman and loved very much by the two women I loved most -- my mom and my grandmother Rita. They can now have lots of laughs together in Heaven.
Sending much love to the Denham and Barrett families!

Kimberly Gallo

September 1, 2014

My thoughts and prayers are with you all. Peace, Kimberly Gallo

Patti Matsos

September 1, 2014

Carol and family, may God's grace touch your hearts at this difficult time.

Derek Walker

September 1, 2014

May the God of all comforts provide strength at this time of bereavement. Psalms 9:9

Terre Groupe

September 1, 2014

Carol,

My deepest sympathy to you and your family on the loss of your Blessed mother. May the many wonderful memories you have of the special times you shared together bring you peace and comfort. She will live in your hearts forever. God Bless the Denham family at this difficult time.

September 1, 2014

With sympathy,

Carol Xander

Julia Siegel

August 31, 2014

Nanna, I love you. Thank you for everything you have given me. I am so blessed to have had you in my life for so many wonderful memories. You will be missed!!!

August 31, 2014

May you find strength in the God of comfort.

Susie Lentile

August 31, 2014

Carol, my thoughts are with you and your family as you miss this wonderful lady. Just by looking at her smile one can see where you got your love for life! You were so blessed to have such a gift as your mother!

Karen Paarfus

August 31, 2014

Dear Carol, I feel as though I know Mrs. Denham because we have had so many conversations about this wonderful person in your life. Sounds like as Mom's go, she was the best! Love, thoughts and prayers are with you and the family. Karen

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