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Charles Denker Obituary
1934-2015
Charles Reed Denker, a long-time resident of Houston, Texas, joined his beloved wife Maria in heaven on July 15th, 2015.
Born on February 6, 1934 in Wilmington, Delaware, he lived in several South American countries before finally arriving in Mexico City in 1941. Charles returned to the United States graduating from Vermont Academy in 1951. He then received a degree in Geology from Yale University in 1955 and immediately began work with Geophysical Service Inc. Charles worked in West Texas, North Africa and South America before settling down to raise a family with Maria in Houston until he retired in 1986.
He was preceded in death by his loving wife, Maria Desouza Denker, and son, Edson Denker. He is survived by brothers; Richard Allen Denker, Lakeland, FL and William March Denker, Mexico City DF, Mexico ; sons, Mario (Louise), Carlos (Poppy) and William Denker and grandchildren; Amanda, Hayes, Reed, and Surget Denker, all of Houston, TX.
A Memorial Service to celebrate his life will be held 1:00 PM, Sunday, July 26, 2015 in the Chapel of Earthman Bellaire Funeral Home.
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Allison Pohl
July 29, 2015
Carlos and family,
Our thoughts are with you at this time. I know you have great memories of your dad (and mom). Keep them close to the heart.
Philip Gusman
July 26, 2015
Mario n Family
Our Condolences n prayers are with all of you
Me And Mom
July 21, 2015
My deepest regrets for the family, continue to pray to the Most High God. (Psalms 83:18)
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