Denise Bernadette Hannah

Denise Bernadette Hannah passed away Monday January 31st, 2022 at the age of 85.

Denise was born June 22, 1936 in Montclair, New Jersey to the late Maxine S. and Charles F. O’Neill.

Denise was a graduate of Christ the King High School, Atlanta, Ga; she attended Emory University and The University of Chattanooga.

She had a lifelong career in the insurance industry, was a member of many professional organizations and was an officer of The Association of Insurance Women.

Denise is proceeded in death by her parents; her sister, Maureen O’Neill Sanders; brother, Charles F O’Neill III; granddaughter, Brittany Broome Menerey.

Denise is survived by her children, Elaine {Paul} Hill {her longtime caregiver}; Elise Friel Jones, Don R. “Rick” Friel and Mark {Becky} Friel.

She is also survived by her brother, Brendan D. O’Neill, sisters, Kathleen O’Neill Shepherd, Michele O’Neill McQuillin; 5 grandchildren, Lauren {Ben} Alday, Brandon & Kevin Jones, & Miranda Friel; several great grandchildren; nieces and nephews.

Her family would like to thank her other caregivers Karen Cooper and LeeAnn Overby.

Due to COVID, there will be a private family ceremony with a celebration of life to be held at a later date.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in her name to Partnership for Families, Children & Adults at 5600 Brainerd Rd, Suite E-3, Chattanooga, TN 37411.

Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.advantagefranklin-strickland.com for the Hannah family.