Denis James Salisbury

Denis James Salisbury obituary

Denis James Salisbury

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Denis Salisbury Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Jones Funeral Home - Richlands on Aug. 24, 2025.

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Denis James Salisbury, 84 passed away peacefully on Friday, August 22nd, 2025 at his home. Born in Portland, Maine to Leslie and Claire Salisbury, he was a retired MGYSGT with over 30 years of service USMC. Preceded in death by his wife; Marcella Pierce Salisbury.

Memorial Services will be held on Thursday, August 28, 2025 at 7:00pm at Free Will Chapel, 702 Five Mile Road, Richlands, NC 28574 with Reverend Ernest King officiating along with military honors.

Survivors include his daughter; Melody Jackson of Richlands, his sons; Glenn Jarman (Paula) of Richlands and Mark Jarman (Lisa) of Calabash, NC; his sister; Rosemary Sirois (Bob) of South Portland, Maine. He also leaves behind 6 grandchildren and 9 great-grandchildren.

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Upcoming Events

Aug

28

Memorial service

7:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Freewill Chapel

702 Five Mile Rd, Richlands, NC 28574

Send Flowers

Services provided by

Jones Funeral Home - Richlands

Only 3 days left for delivery to next service.