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Rev. Dene W. ANSTINE Jr.

Dene ANSTINE Obituary

News Death Notice

ANSTINE, Rev. Dene W. Jr. age 84, of Springfield passed away on January 1, 2013. He was born April 18, 1928 in Washington Court House, OH to the late Dene W. and Bessie (Sibole) Anstine Sr. In addition to his parents, Dene is preceded in death by his brother, Robert Anstine and sisters: Anna Mae Strader, Verna Sebold and Helen Marlene Anstine. He is survived by his loving wife of 64 ½ years, Carolyn Sue "Susie" Anstine; daughters, Sharon (Roger) Smith of Springfield, Connie Miller of Marysville, Marsha Kay (John) Zornes of Pickerington; son, Stephen (Lori) Anstine of Marysville; a brother, George Merl (Nettie) Anstine of Bainbridge; a sister, Marjorie Voorhees of Springfield, as well as 9 grandchildren and 9 great-grandchildren. He retired from Boeing Aircraft after 13 years of dedicated service; although his true calling was being a pastor. He was in the ministry for over 60 years, serving different Nazarene and Church of Christ in Christian Union churches. Up until his passing, Reverend Dene was an associate pastor for 10 years at Kennard Church of the Nazarene in Cable, Ohio. He enjoyed hunting, gardening, and fishing. Dene was a loving husband, father and grandfather and will be truly missed by those who knew him. The family will receive friends 2 - 4 pm and 6 - 8 pm Friday, January 4, 2013 in the JACKSON LYTLE & LEWIS FUNERAL HOME, Springfield. Services will be held 11:00 am Saturday, January 5, 2013 at First Church of the Nazarene with Reverend Nelson Perdue officiating. Memorial contributions may be made to the Kennard Church of the Nazarene in Dene's honor. Condolences are forwarded to the family by visiting www.jacksonlytle.com

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Published by Springfield News-Sun on Jan. 3, 2013.

Memories and Condolences
for Dene ANSTINE

19 Entries

January 11, 2013

On January 1st, I said "goodbye" to the best "Dad" in this universe. I really know how to say goodbye though. It was the most difficult thing I have ever done in my entire life. I knew that day was going to come but, I was still not ready for it. I guess I thought my "Dad" would live forever. My goal is to live my life in front of my children & grandchildren that they will see Jesus in me as I saw Jesus in my Dad. While I will miss and love you forever, Dad, I"m rejoicing that you have no more chest pain, no shortness of breath, no more heart caths. I am consoled that you are with Jesus and you are happy. I will see you again someday. Your oldest daughter, Sharon Elaine.

Kristi Myers

January 10, 2013

Grandpa,
Life will never be the same without you. I am so thankful for the wonderful memories I have of you. I couldn't have asked for a better grandpa. You are my Christ-like example and I can't begin to express my appreciation for the man you were, the life you lived, and the numerous prayers you prayed for me. I always knew that grandma and grandpa were praying for me! Thank you also for the peace you have provided us by living a Godly life....for we know you are rejoicing around the throne, forever in the care of God. I will love and miss you forever and I look forward to the day when I will see you again.

Love you Grandpa!
Kristi

Marsha Zornes

January 8, 2013

Dear Dad,
I am so sad to see you go! You have been the most loving, caring and selfless Father. I have so many fond memories of you. You are in heaven now with you Heavenly Father. I will see you again someday. I will love and miss you forever and always.

Cindy Owens

January 6, 2013

Dearest Sharon, I am so sorry for your loss. From the few times I talked with your dad,I felt I had known him for a long time. He was such a pleasant man and from all you ever said of him He was a great dad. I know you have wonderful memories to cling to. I will be praying for you and your family. Love, Cindy

Elyse Wilburn-Lewis

January 5, 2013

I love you Great Uncle Dene, I will miss you very much.

January 5, 2013

Dene & the extended Anstine family are wonderful people. Dene will be missed by many. Dene married us in 1985. Our thoughts & prayers re with you. Love Dan & Lisa Bubp Maryville, TN

Anne Stine

January 4, 2013

May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.

Connie Love Byers

January 4, 2013

Our deepest sympathies in this time of loss. Pastor Anstine was a great man. Our family truly appreciated his friendship with our parents. You are in our hearts and prayers.

Bonnie Storer

January 4, 2013

So sorry for your loss. I will keep you all in my thoughts and prayers

Wayne & Kim Frost

January 3, 2013

Sorry to here of Dene's passing. Im sure Dene Hardy will show him around heaven and keep him busy. Both of them were the finest men l've ever had the privalge to know.

Greg and Elaine Mason

January 3, 2013

Our condolences to all of the family. In my early days Bro. Anstine was an encourager and often recommended me to fill in preaching in the area. Heaven has gained a faithful warrior.

Vicki and Jeff Berg

January 3, 2013

To know Rev. Anstine was a blessing and an honor. He had such a wonderful message whenever he spoke. And it was very obvious that he loved the Lord.

When my mother died, Rev. Anstine did her services. It left a lasting impression on everyone who attended her funeral.

Our thoughts and prayers go out to his family...

Betty Hall

January 3, 2013

My prayers and condolences go out to the Anstine family as Rev. Anstine was a very loving and caring person who served my family over the years of knowing him. I was blessed to have known him and will miss him very much.

Claude Nicholas

January 3, 2013

Rev. Anstine was a very special person who had an unwavering faith and devotion to Christ. His love and concern for people made him an outstanding pastor. I was honored to have him on staff at First Churh of The Nazarene in Springfield for several years when I was pastor. God bless his memory and may the fruit of his life continue. Rev. Claude Nicholas

Laura Sorg

January 3, 2013

While we never knew Mr. Anstine, Steve and Lori are a testament to his life. We are truly sorry for your loss.

Paul Seibold

January 3, 2013

Uncle Dene was one of the most honest and loving men I've ever known. He was always trying to help and give words of encouragement to all of the family. I will miss shooting with him and truly miss just talking to him.

Paul Eugene

Lisa Wilburn

January 3, 2013

I lost someone very special to me. He was a very good and loving man. I cherish his love and I will never forget what he stood for and what he did for me and my family. I love you Uncle Dene.

Paul Conklin

January 3, 2013

Dene had been a friend for most of my life, my condolences to his wife and children

Kristy Elrod

January 3, 2013

I was Dene's night nurse in the ICU on 12/30/12. I did not know Dene for long, but could tell he was a sweet man. Watching his family sing at his bedside was truly one of the most beautiful things I have ever seen. I am so sorry for your loss.

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