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Brian D. Denning

Brian Denning Obituary

DENNING, Deputy Brian D.Age 36 of Gallatin, TN. Born December 4, 1972 to R. Frank and Carol F. Wright Denning in Nashville, TN. Died December 8, 2008 in Gallatin, TN. He was a Deputy Sheriff for Sumner Co. Sheriff's Office on Drug Task Force. He is survived by his wife, Barbara Jane (Eversole) Denning; his parents; step-children, Jesica and Whitney Downs; godson, Mark Williams; brother, Michael (Toni) Denning; sister, Carrie Nolly; four nieces and four nephews. His service will be Thursday at Long Hollow Baptist Church at 12 p.m. in Hendersonville, with Bro. Jeff Lovingood officiating. Interment will follow at Crestview Memorial Park in Gallatin. Visitation will be Wednesday from 1 until 7 p.m., at Portland Funeral Chapel. He will lie in state at the church on Thursday from 10 a.m until service. Brian loved working with kids at Children's Tree House Ministry. He enjoyed hunting with his friends and nephews, and his passion was the love of his job and the fight to keep drugs off the street. He was a loving husband, father, son, brother, uncle, friend and companion. Memorial contributions may be made to: The Children's Tree House at Long Hollow Baptist Church, 3031 Long Hollow Pike, Hendersonville, TN 37075. PORTLAND FUNERAL CHAPEL, (615) 325-5010.

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Published by The Tennessean on Dec. 10, 2008.

Memories and Condolences
for Brian Denning

28 Entries

Jennifer Klaver

December 26, 2008

Barbara, We want you to know that you and the kids are in our prayers. We are just heartbroken over your loss. May the Lord help you through this most turbulent time in your life. We will continue to pray for you... Jennifer and Chris Klaver

Amy Nix (Parker)

December 16, 2008

Our hearts go out to you at this time and in the days ahead.

Jessica Taylor (Denning)

December 16, 2008

Brian was a cousin and friend to me. As the days now pass, I can't seem to get him off my mind. I keep hearing his voice and picturing him telling one of his funny stories. He will never be forgotten! The harsh reality is that a great man is gone, but his memory and legacy will live on forever through everyone that was touched by him. He will truly be missed! We love you Brian!

Brian Brown

December 15, 2008

Thoughts and prayers are with the your family. God Bless

Julia Denney-Chapman

December 14, 2008

The Denning Family are in my prayers. May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Teri Munday Pope

December 12, 2008

Brian - Haley ,Josef and I will miss you very much. We love you and thank you for everything you have done for us.

Lindsey Azimipour-Heick

December 12, 2008

I moved to Louisville in 1996 but grew up in Portland. I went to school with Carrie and remember Brian as a wonderful Big Brother. I know he will truly be missed. I lost my grandfather, Capt.
Glenn Bell last year and know the pain to loose someone so dear so sudden. May God be with you and those he has touched.

Lindsey Heick

December 12, 2008

Annette Gardner

December 12, 2008

Carol, Brian used to find golf balls at Dogwood Hills golf course and sell them for a quarter to me. He was a precious child and grew into a good man. I have seen him occasionally over the years. What a handsome man in his uniform. He remembered me from his youth and I am so saddened that he passed. May God comfort you and all those who mourn this honorable man.

Ruth Baird

December 12, 2008

My prayers and thoughts are with you all during this sorrowful time. May God Bless and comfort you in your time of need....I love you Carol. My heart aches for you and your family..

Donnie and Meg Hibdon

December 11, 2008

We will truly miss seeing that bright smile in our community. Brian was a true light in so many lives and always offering a helping hand. Thank you Brian for the man that you were and the legacy you leave with us here in this short journey of life. We love you all. (Hang in there Carrie.)

Sherry Smith-Lyles

December 11, 2008

Michael and family - thinking of you all.

SSGT Chris Hardin

December 11, 2008

I met Brian when he came and taught a class on Drug Demand Reduction to the Sumner County Young Marines in Jan. 08. I never met anyone more professional and passionate when it came their job and teaching kids that "Drugs was not the way to go". He made a lasting impression on the Young Marines as well as me. "Semper Fi" Brian "Carry On"

Debby (Tarpley) Byrum and Trudy (Tarpley) Barber

December 11, 2008

Carol & Family,

We can't begin to tell you how sorry we are about your son's death. It seems he was a wonderful son, husband, father, and officer. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and all of your family. God Bless.

Anna (Denney) Nettles

December 11, 2008

Deepest Sympathies to Barbara and family, to Carol & frank, Carrie and Michael. I CANNOT immagine what you feel. Only know that all of you are in my prayers.

Sherry Jackson

December 11, 2008

I met Brian at Long Hollow Baptist Church. I worked in preschool and got to experience Brian with the children. They loved him so much, he always knew how to ease the fears and hurts of the children. He was a great man and friend. HE truly loved his work and he will be greatly missed in the community. My prayers go out to his wife and family. RIP Brian.

Ginnie Irwin

December 10, 2008

Barb
I wanted to let you know that you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. Our son is an officer also and I can't imagine what you are feeling and going through at this time. I just wanted you to know that the Lord will get you through this and we pray that he give you the strength that you need. Love your cousin from Tennessee - Ginnie (McMahan) Irwin.

Amanda Doble

December 10, 2008

Although I did not know Brian Denning, my husband who is also an officer spoke very highly of him. The unthinkable happened and my heart goes out to his wife and children especially here at the holidays.

Krista Mendoza

December 10, 2008

Brian Denning was a great man. He use to come into the Mapco where I worked and get fountain drinks after a fire call and he would talk to all of us who worked there. He will be greatly missed. My thoughts and prayers are with his family as they have lost a true hero.

Krista Medoza

December 10, 2008

CYNTHIA TROUTT

December 10, 2008

I SEND MY CONDOLENCES OUT TO THE FAMILY OF BRIAN D DENNING I DIDNT KNOW HIM VERY WELL BUT I DO KNOW HE WAS A CARING PERSON AND HE HELPED TO FIGHT TO KEEP DRUGS OFF THE STREET AND TO PROTECT PEOPLE SUCH AS MYSELF FROM HARM. MAY HE REST AND SHINE WITH GOD AND EVERYONE ELSE WHO HAS BEEN LOST HE WILL BE MISSED BUT NOT FORGOTTEN

Martha Capps

December 10, 2008

I met Brian at LHBC several years ago, and immediately loved him, my son is a Police Officer also so I always have a soft spot for those guys... We talked every week and I looked forward to seeing his smiling face each week... He truly loved all those kids and they adored him..!! He will be deeply missed... I pray for peace and comfort for his sweet family during this horrible time of loss...
Martha Capps - Hendersonville, Tn

LEANN FITTS

December 10, 2008

BRIAN WAS A GOOD FRIEND HIM AND HIS FAMILY WERE GREAT PEOPLE I SEND MY CONDOLENCES OUT TO HIS FAMILY MAY HE REST IN PEACE AND BE WITH THE LORD.IM SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS AND I AM SORRY I CAN NOT ATTEND THE SERVICES OR FUNERAL.

Scott Creel

December 10, 2008

Brian loved his life. He often spoke about his wife(always in a positive and loving manner), his job, and I never will forget the story he told me about how he successfully pulled the entire length of the course on his first attempt at a tractor pull. He was so proud, but even that paled to how excited he was when talking about his job and how they had big drug busts. He absolutely loved helping others and doing his part to make our world a safer place. He had a certain charisma where both adults and children were drawn to him. I am blessed to have known him and feel confident I will see him again someday in the house of God.

Karen Matchak

December 10, 2008

Barbara and girls: I am so sorry for your loss. I did not know Brian but he was very well loved by those who did. I will keep you and your family in my prayers.

Karen Matchak
Sumner Regional Medical Center

Hayes Family

December 10, 2008

Brian Will be missed around Long Hollow our kids loved the "peace man" as they called him. I know he was very loved and will be missed by many. Your Family is in our thoughts and prayers, may God's peace be with you in this time of sorrow..

Jimmie Cunningham

December 10, 2008

We are 'Tree House Grandparents' living in Princeton, Ky who
remember brief encounters w/ Officer Denning. Our daughter
shared of his love for the kids even knowing so many of them
by name. As a member of the fire service for many years we
share another bond. Thank you for sharing him by allowing
him to serve his community. Our hearts ache for you and our
prayers continue with you. Jimmie & Cherri Cunningham

Tara Thompson

December 10, 2008

I will be unable to attend the funeral but my thoughts and prayers are with Brian's family. He was truly a great man. He was my best customer at Starbucks. I looked forward to seeing him everyday. May God be with Brian's family in their time of need.

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