DENTON, Bernadette Ann (Curley) 76, of Clearwater, passed away peacefully on Monday, Aug. 26, 2013, of Leukemia. She was born in Jersey City, NJ on June 11, 1937. In 1977, she and her family relocated from Greenwood Lake, NY to Florida in search of warm winters. She worked at Morton Plant Hospital in the Food and Nutrition department for 24 years before happily retiring to a life filled with books, movies, music and the enjoyment of her friends and family. All who had the pleasure of knowing "Bernie" will never forget her warm smile and quick Irish wit. Mom believed that if you instilled the love of family, music and comedy in your children, everything else would fall into place. Bernie was preceded in death by her husband of 41 years, Frank Denton; her parents, John and Mary Kelly Curley; and the following siblings, John Curley, Owen Curley, and Patricia Mitchell. She is survived by her three daughters, Diane Fowler (Michael), Francine Campogni (Curtis), Daniele Sheeler (Jarvis); four grandchildren, Curtis Campogni (Diane), Holly Sheeler, Kylie Fowler, and Kelsiann Fowler; her siblings, Joan Dziemian, Margaret Bierman (Robert), Edward Curley (Nora), James Curley, and Evelyn Nooney; and countless nieces and nephews. A memorial Mass will be celebrated at Light of Christ Catholic Church on Thursday, Aug. 29th at 2:30 pm with a reception to follow in the parish hall. Friends and family are welcome to attend to share memories of a life well lived. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Suncoast Animal League at http://www.suncoastanimalleague.org.
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Life without Bernie would be like drinking coffee without cream! She was often the "lite" in my day at work! Always ready to party, you just couldn't get by that Jersey accent . . . hearing it come from her mouth made you smile. If I had to give you my thoughts as to what her legacy might be I would have to say that everytime I see a smile I'll think of her!
John Wills
September 4, 2013
Bernie had an incredible gift of making anytime spent with her great fun. You couldn't help but be happy while being in her company. She created a warm and loving family and instilled in her children a joy for life. We were always smiling and laughing when we were with Bernie, she possessed a wit like no other we've ever known. We adore Bernie and miss her everyday. We feel blessed to have been a part of her life ...
Lorraine and Kevin LaHiff
September 3, 2013
Bernie was an awesome person! We have all lost a truly wonderful woman! My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Donna Pope
August 29, 2013
My sincere condolences and love to my dear friend Francine and your family. My thoughts and prayers will continue to be with you. Remember the happy times you shared with your Mama.
Louise Stroder
August 28, 2013
My thoughts and prayers are with you and all the family Diane.
Tim Harris
August 28, 2013
There was no one in the world like Bernie. She was so much fun to work with, always kept us laughing! We had some great times and I will always remember them fondly. What a hoot! Condolences to her family, I know she will be greatly missed.
Patty Rheinsmith
August 28, 2013
In loving memory of Bernie Denton. She was a good friend and a great sister-in-law. Will miss our weekly laughs and talks on Saturday mornings.
Phyllis Denton
August 28, 2013
Sincere condolences for your loss. May the pleasant memories of how she touched your lives and the lives of others and remembering her smiling face help to lessen the pangs you are feeling at this time.
Crystal Wilson
August 28, 2013
Love you, Mama.
Francine Campogni
August 28, 2013
Bernie you will be missed, had lots of fun working with you. Condolences to the family, going to miss her a lot.Karen Webb
August 28, 2013
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