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.
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,
Denise and Emil Krevonick
March 04, 2009 | Richmond, VA
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.
Delma Luck
February 08, 2009 | Glen Allen, VA
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!
John & Pam Keating
February 07, 2009 | Richmond, VA
Coach Denzler and family. I am very sorry to hear about your dad. You all are in our thoughts and prayers.
Theron Richards
February 06, 2009 | Varina Boy
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,
Elmo & Betty Mann
February 06, 2009 | Sandston, VA
Coach, Im very sorry to hear about your loss. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.
Anna Moran-Tibbs
February 06, 2009 | Varina Class Of 84, VA
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
ellen hunter
February 06, 2009 | Hopewell, VA
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
Dometria Dixon
February 06, 2009 | Richmond, VA
John and Family, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. May peace be with you all.
Scott Emerson
February 06, 2009 | Richmond, VA
