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Denis Wooliever Obituary

Denis Lee Wooliever Age 51, died April 28, 2010 of Howell and Harrison. Loving husband of Diane Wooliever, proud father of Macy (Michael) Cullinan, Joshua (Yvette) Rock, Jamie (Tom) Harkins, Jennifer (Randy) Kill and Laura (Shane) Thornwall. He also leaves to cherish his memory 9 grandchildren, Mitchell, Maxwell, Nathan, Matthew, Arise, Cedar, Light, Temple and Makayla. Denis departed this earth on the same day as the birth of his only great-grandson Isaac. Loving son of Richard and Delphine Wooliever, brother of Denise (Richard) Sargent. He was preceded in death by grandson Christopher Harkins and longtime friend and pet Smokie the cat. Denis was a loving husband, father, grandfather, son and friend. He was loved by all who knew him, and will be truly missed by all who came into contact with him. Visitation Friday April 30, 2010 from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. and Saturday May 1, 2010 from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. service at 12 p.m. at Gorsline Runciman Funeral Home 900 E. Michigan, Lansing. The family asks that contributions be sent to the Alano Club of Lansing (West) 2909 Genesee St., Lansing, MI. 48917.

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Published by Lansing State Journal from Apr. 30 to May 1, 2010.

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May 5, 2010

Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Patricia (Wooliever) & Charles Puente. (Monrovia, CA)

Blackburn & Donahue Families

May 5, 2010

Our hearts, our thoughts, and our prayers go out to all of Denis's family and loved ones. May God Bless you all.

Sherry Brown

May 2, 2010

Diane and Family, thinking of you, my thoughts and prayers are with you all. If you need anything please dont hesitate to ask.

Hollie Huhn

May 2, 2010

Diane, So sorry to hear of your loss. Keeping you in my thoughts and prayers.

Diane Hendee

May 1, 2010

Diane and Family, My thoughts and prayers are with you today and tomorrow(s). Denis will find Smokie at the end of the rainbow bridge...right next to the highway to heaven! Hugs for strength, Diane Hendee

May 1, 2010

the few times I met Denis, he was a gente soul with a sweet nature. my thougts are with Diane and his family . there is no way to minimize the pain, but I would not be surprised if you see Denis in Isaac as he grows. Diane, much love, I know your faith will help you. you are in my thoughts. Eileen Brooks East Lansing, Mi

Kristin Caverly

May 1, 2010

Diane,
So sorry to hear of your loss! My thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family!

Susan Farrell

May 1, 2010

Diane and family,
Sending you strength and courage in this time of loss. I think Denis had a wonderful life with all of you....and now he's with his beloved Smokey. As Diane always said at work, " Smokey, what a great cat!"

Susan Farrell

Vicki Caine

April 30, 2010

Diane...I am thinking of you and your family and keeping you in my thoughts and prayers :) May the memories of the happy times you spent together help you through this tough and trying time.

Diane Rork

April 30, 2010

"Fear thou not; for I am with thee; be not dismayed; for I am thy God: I will strengthen thee; yea, I will help thee; yea, I will uphold thee with the right hand of my righteousness. . . . For I the LORD thy God will hold thy right hand, saying unto thee, Fear not; I will help thee." -Isaiah 41:10, 13

Hank Trombley

April 30, 2010

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

April 30, 2010

May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.

We will miss you Dad

Jamie Harkins

April 30, 2010

Tracey Hudnut

April 30, 2010

Diane, I am so very sorry! I pray that you and your family find peace in the presence of each other. I am thinking of you and my heartfelt prayers are with you!

Carolyn Herrington

April 30, 2010

Diane,
Our hearts and prayers are with you and your family. May you all rejoice that Denis is truely at peace now and will watch over his family from his new perspective!
Carolyn and Bill

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