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Nancy Deneen Obituary
Melbourne, FL
Nancy Borden Deneen, 81, entered into eternal life on Thursday, June 19, 2014. Born on March 9, 1933 in Akron, OH, she was the beloved child of the late Karl and Ruth Palmquist-Borden. Nancy was a graduate of Allegheny College, PA and pursued a career in education. She was an educator for Greenwich Public Schools and the Stamford School District in CT. Out of her many academic accomplishments, she was most proud of implementing the Unwed Mother's Education Program in the Stamford, CT school district, which was targeted towards educating teenage mothers.
Nancy retired to Brevard County, FL in 1996 coming from Greenwich, CT, where she appreciated the warmer climate and being closer to her family. In her leisure, she enjoyed golfing, attending sporting events and traveling the world. She was an active member of the Hope Episcopal Church in Melbourne and Mallards Landing Women's Golf Group. Nancy will be remembered by many as a wonderful and caring tutor that exemplified the importance of a strong education.
She leaves memories to be cherished by her husband of 56 years, Thomas J. Deneen; sons, Thomas B. and David M. Deneen; granddaughters, Morgan and Shelby Deneen; numerous nieces, nephews and extended family members. Nancy was predeceased by her brother, Robert Borden.
A Celebration of Nancy's Life will be held at 11 a.m. on Friday, June 27th at the Hope Episcopal Church, 190 Interlachen Rd., Melbourne, FL 32940. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in memory of Nancy to The American Heart Association, PO Box 840692, Dallas, TX 75284-0692.
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Memories and Condolences
for Nancy Deneen
Joan Briggs
December 29, 2014
Coach Deneen and David,
I just saw this, sorry for your loss. Coach some of the basketball crew were just mentioning what a wonderful coach and teacher you were, all glad you touched our lives.
~
Lisa (DeMott) Smith
July 2, 2014
Dear David and family -- you are in my thoughts and prayers. I have so many fond memories of your mom -- back in the neighborhood in Riverside!
July 2, 2014
Coach, Dave, and Tommy my deepest sympathies, Ken Blume Jr and Family
Bob Pendergast
July 1, 2014
coach,very sorry for you and your families loss of a great lady..thoughts are with you..
June 28, 2014
Dear Tom - We remember Nancy "from back in the day" when we lived in Cos Cob and I worked at the high school. She was a dear, sweet lady who was full of fun and laughter. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Fondly, Dot and Buddy Marshall
Frank Zeranski
June 28, 2014
Tom, Fifty six years is an amazing amount of time to be with someone.You were so fortunite to have that time. My thoughts are with you and the boys.
June 28, 2014
dear coach deneen & family
I remember mrs. deneen at many home baseball games cheering for ghs; very sweet, classy, and gracious woman;touched many peoples lives in many positive ways;God bless your family
regards,
leon kurdziel
Greenwich, ct.
THERESE&BRUCE FULLER
June 27, 2014
WE ARE VERY SADDENED BY THE NEWS OF NANCY PASSING. SHE IS IN OUR HEARTS AND PRAYERS. GOD BLESS.
THERESE AND BRUCE
Kevin Fox
June 27, 2014
Dear Mr Deneen and Family
I am sorry for your loss may god bless you and see you through your sorrow.
June 27, 2014
Dear Tom & Family, I am so sorry to hear the sad news. I have fond memories of Nancy. My prayers and thoughts are with you.
Sandy Pendergast, Cape Cod, MA
Steve Pickering
June 26, 2014
My condolences to Coach Deneen and the Deneen family.
Doc Marino
June 26, 2014
Played Basketball with Tom in the fifties
Heather Bray
June 25, 2014
So sorry to learn about the loss of your mom. Our thoughts and prayers are with you Dave. Ed & Heather Bray
Joann Benvenuto
June 25, 2014
Dear David,
I am so sorry to hear about the loss of your mom. May you find peace & comfort in all the wonderful memories.
I never had the pleasure of meeting her, but I can tell she was a caring & sweet woman.
You & your family will remain in my thoughts & prayers.
Love,
Lynda Lally Norman
June 25, 2014
I've often thought of Miss Borden, my teacher at Julian Curtis and my gym teacher, Mr. Deneen. My thoughts and prayers to out to the Deneen Family.
June 25, 2014
Love and comfort to the Deneen family at this difficult time. We will keep you in our thoughts and prayers - the Heberling family Greenwich, Ct / Vero Beach, Fl
nancy birdsell
June 25, 2014
Deneen Family I cherish the memories I shared with your mom. May God Bless your family for during great loss.
Love Nancy
Sandy Piro
June 25, 2014
Coach Deneen and Family, My condolences on the loss of your Wife.
Barbara (Zalewski) Vermeulen
June 25, 2014
Sincere condolences to the Deneen family. One of my favorite memories of Mrs. Deneen in Glenville School was the way she rolled pens in the palms of her hands and they would make clacking sounds against her rings. Now when I find myself doing that, I always think of her.
rick osvick
June 25, 2014
tom, tommy and david....we are stunned....and so so sad...hang in there dear friends....what a wonderful life you have had together...our sincerest heartfelt condolences to the family.
bob deregibus
June 25, 2014
Tom, Tommy, David...I'm so sorry to hear of the passing....Please accept my condolences....
John Geter
June 25, 2014
Tom, God bless you and your family I am so sad to hear about my favorite teacher. You both were so good and caring of me when I was a child. ..thank you both
Mike Nickerson
June 25, 2014
Dave and Tom, sorry for the loss of your mom , you are in our prayers.
nan parker
June 25, 2014
tom, david, don, and extended family--so sorry to read of nancy's passing--nan pittocco parker, ghs '55; new Britain t.c., eastern jr. high
Geoff Tatton
June 25, 2014
To the Entire Dennen Family-
I am so sorry about your loss. I have many fond memories of Nancy. I remember her being a teacher at Jullian Curtiss School when I went to school there. I would kid her and call her "Elsie" and she would laugh. When I worked at the Greenwich YMCA Day Camp years later at Calf Island Tommy was a camper there. Nancy had come out to the Parents' Visiting Day. She teased me and said "Elsie's here". I fell of the float when she said that. She was just the most caring teacher. One time I twisted my knee in the hallway and she picked me up and comforted me. She was the best.
Charles Scism
June 25, 2014
Dear Tom and family:
Nancy and I began teaching at Julian Curtis School many years ago. She was a wonderful and caring teacher. You are all in our prayers.
Charles and Dixie Scism
Ginger & Danny Phelps
June 25, 2014
Tom, Tommy & David......Many, many good memories from Walker Ct. We just went through this with our mom. Our sincere condolences.
June 25, 2014
so sorry for your loss....
Elaine DiAngelo
June 25, 2014
my favorite teacher ever; I was in her first class at Julian curtiss school in Greenwich when she was miss Borden. she was loved and respected by many students. my condolences to Mr. Deneen and the family bob potash Greenwich ct.
Ron Jones and family
June 25, 2014
Wishing your family peace during this difficult moment, we share your grief. Sending our love to the Deneen family.
Lorraine (Bonner) Penyak
June 25, 2014
Mrs. Deneen was my sixth grade teacher at Glenville School. A long time ago! I really liked her. My sincere sympathy.
American Heart Association
June 25, 2014
May your memories of the wonderful times you shared with your loved one comfort you and your family, today and always.
Art & Arlene Griffin
June 24, 2014
Nancy, you are now in the arms of our Lord. You will be comfortable and safe in your new life with Jesus.
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