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Denise Hart Obituary

Hart, Denise Kelly

75, passed away peacefully in her sleep on October 19, 2025. She was born February 21,1950 and the only child of the late Victor and Esther Kelly of St. Petersburg. A lifelong educator in Pinellas County schools, she was an assistant superintendent of public schools and the principal of the largest school campus in Pinellas County for many years. Denise touched the lives of many youth. We will mss her.

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Published by Tampa Bay Times on Nov. 16, 2025.

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Linda Halstrom

November 19, 2025

I will miss my long time great friend and was so sad to learn of her passing. We shared many years of friendship together and enjoyed our many trips exploring the world together. Rest in peace dear friend.

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