Denise Ragan Obituary
Denise was a fearless, kind-hearted woman with a contagious laugh and a love for life. Adventurous from childhood, she carried her bold spirit into everything she did and shared her warmth with all who knew her.
Denise worked as a bartender at the Elks Lodge for many years. She was known for her bubbly personality, feisty energy, and infectious smile. She loved the ocean, the look of freshly fallen snow, all types of music, and her animals.
She was married to David for 43 years, and together they built a family filled with love. She was a devoted mother to her sons Matthew (Tiffany), James, and Johnny (Lindsey), and a proud grandmother. Denise is survived by her mother Helga, her sister Brenda, her children, grandchildren, Sydney, Hunter, Halle, Payton, Julian, Heidi, Nolan, Kylie, and Hudson, and extended family.
She was preceded in death by her father, Nelson and her beloved husband, Dave.
Denise will be remembered for her kind heart, her humor, and the joy she brought to everyone around her.
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