Denise went to heaven to be with the lord, this past Memorial day May 27, 2013. After struggling with several medical challenges she passed away with her entire family at her bedside in Oceanside California. Prayers and great stories about her were shared as she prepared to join the lord.
Our parents Robert and Denise had just celebrated their 56th wedding anniversary and they prayed together every night before going to sleep (that’s a lot of prayers!!).
Many of you remember her from her business; Denise’s Day Care Center located at 911 Rosewood in Lincoln, Nebraska. She owned and operated this family run business from 1969 to 1998 caring for children of working parents. Over the course of many years she cared for and raised many children from babies to elementary age and in some cases caring for 2 generations of children! Her day care business was very popular because of her kind and warmhearted nature. The children benefited from our mother's French speaking influence as she offered French in addition to her warm spirit. Prior to moving to the United States, Denise obtained a nursing degree specializing in pediatric care in Paris, France. There she trained and worked at several hospitals in Paris where she was devoted to caring for sick children.
After retiring from the daycare business, our parents moved to Oceanside, California to enjoy the mild weather and to be close to family. They assumed the role of nannies for some of the grandchildren over the recent years, which was a fitting retirement occupation given their kind, loving, and energetic personalities.
She was a proud American patriot who supported the US military and law enforcement and had no reservations about scolding anyone who spoke down about the USA. Her favorite music is Elvis, her favorite superhero is Walker Texas Ranger, she also loved the opera and ballet. She proudly led the Pledge of Allegiance at the local chapter of the Women's Republican Club of Oceanside monthly meetings.
She will be missed so much in this world, but we know she is with the lord and no longer suffering. Rest in peace Mom, we love you.
Services for our mother will be this Wednesday June 5th, 2013 at 10AM at Mission San Luis Rey Chapel, 4050 Mission Ave, Oceanside, CA 92057 with reception immediately following.
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