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Barbara DeNest Obituary
AGE: 79 • New Castle
Barbara Ann DeNest, age 79, of New Castle, DE passed away peacefully while surrounded by her family on Friday, February 14, 2014.
Born in West Chester, PA on July 19, 1934, Barbara was a daughter of the late Benjamin H. Mosteller and Gladys (Ludwick) Mosteller. She worked as a retail cashier for many years prior to her retirement.
Known by all as an exceptionally creative individual, Barbara enjoyed making crafts of all kinds, especially for her friends at the Howard J. Weston Senior Center, where she was a longtime member. She was an expert quilter and meticulous with her work. She was also an avid Willie Nelson fan, and loved listening to his music. She will be remembered as a caring and devoted wife, mother, aunt and grandmother.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Nick DeNest, Sr. and two brothers, Benjamin and Marvin Mosteller.Barbara is survived by her sons, Nick DeNest, Jr. and wife Cathy Stiles-DeNest of Bear, DE and Dave DeNest and wife Lori DeNest of Raleigh, NC; sister, Doris Neilson of New Castle, DE; 2 grandchildren, Rick Taylor and Ian Currie; and many nieces and nephews.
A funeral service will be held at 1 pm, on Wednesday, February 19, 2014, at the Spicer-Mullikin Funeral Home, 1000 N. DuPont Parkway, New Castle, DE, where friends may call from 12 noon until 1 pm. Entombment will follow in Cathedral Cemetery, 2400 Lancaster Avenue, Wilmington, DE.
In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Howard J. Weston Senior Center, 1 Bassett Avenue, Manor Park, New Castle, DE 19720.
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Memories and Condolences
for Barbara DeNest
Tammy Carpenter (Holiday Hair)
March 4, 2014
To the DeNest Family
I'm so sorry to hear of the passing of Barbara, she was a great lady that I'm glad I had the pleasure of knowing threw these years as her hairstylist , I will miss her dearly
Vicky Moore
February 19, 2014
Nick and Dave~Praying that your sorrows are soon replaced with joyful memories of your mother and her love for you both. Her face always lit up when she spoke of you both. A song that she loved by Mercy Me "I Can Only Imagine" will explain her love for her Lord and Saviour. She loved that song. She is no longer suffering but rejoicing in his grace.
February 17, 2014
My sincere condolences to the family for your loss. May your treasured memories and the drawing close to God in prayer help comfort you in your time of sorrow. Jeremiah 29:12,13
Dorothy Hughes Roberts
February 17, 2014
David and Nick,
I am so sorry to hear about your mom. She meant a lot to me. I feel bad for the two of you, I know how close you's were to her. She will be missed.
Dorothy Roberts
February 17, 2014
David and Nick,
I am so sorry, I loved her like my own.
February 17, 2014
To Nick, David, Doris and all of the family. Know that our love and prayers are with you. With Love Always,
Curtis and Diana
Tallahassee, FL
Denise Hughes
February 17, 2014
Dear Dave and Nick , No bond is as great as that betweeen a parent and a child , my deepest condolences are with you as you grieve. May your heart soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
Karen Swientochowski
February 17, 2014
I lived across the street for many years and she was a great neighbor. My condolences to the famly.
February 16, 2014
Nick, Cathy, Ian, So sad to hear about your Mom and Grandmom. You are in our hearts and prayers. Love, Jenny, Mike, and Lauren
Jeff, Chris and Kyle Button
February 16, 2014
We are so sorry for the loss of your loving mother. We are thinking of all of her loved ones and sending prayers. May the Lord grant you strength in this difficult time.
Gene Emmell
February 16, 2014
Nick..So Sorry for your Loss .Thoughts and Prayers to you and your Family...God Bless...
February 16, 2014
Nick and Dave I'm truly sorry for the loss of your beloved Mother Thoughts & Prayers to your families & friends love Dixie...<3
Linda Brown
February 16, 2014
Barbara you will be missed. I will always remember the scarf that I had you make me ever time that I put it on you will be really missed at Howard Weston.
February 16, 2014
to my loving sister you will be miss you were the best loe doris
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