Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief.  May your memories bring you comfort.

Our most heartfelt sympathy goes to Richard and family. Deni was always a warm friendly person to speak with. Her personality will be missed.
Staff at Santa Clara Drug

Denise has always been a thoughtful, kind and sweet person that I know of.  Even though we didn't know each other well, then, she gave me a card with a small stuff animal on my birthday which I still have it in my family room today. I will remember her always, and her smiling face will also be missed.  May the love of God and His strength be with you all.

Dear Richard,  I remember how happy she was when she became engaged and was planning her wedding with you.  You made her so happy.  Everyday she would come in my office and talk about you and how lucky she was to have met you.  You were the light of her life!  May your memories bring you happiness in your life here on earth.  I have selected a writing that fits Deni to a "tee".  Sincerely, Her Manager in Loan Services at Comerica

To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.

Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."

It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man.

God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.

When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.

I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.

There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.

If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.

So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.

And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me. 

Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)

Denni was always a bright star.  She was always smiling and cracking jokes.  She sent me funny emails for years.  I always looked forward to seeing her way-out holiday earrings.  She was a child at heart and I was glad to have known her.

"I thank my God every time I remember you."- Philippians 1:3 
I was so blessed to have you come into my life and take me under your wings when I first started in Loan Services. Who knew that us both being a smarty pants and our faith would bring such a beautiful and memorable frienship. I will truly miss you, your laugh and your wisdom. May he welcome you with open arms and bring strength to those left to mourn.
Krystal M Klees(San Jose, CA)

God put His arms around her and whispered "Come with me!"  God broke our hearts to prove He only takes the best.

Deni;  I will miss chatting with you.

OBITUARY

Denise M. Snider - Andrade

February 15, 1949 – October 13, 2010

Lima Family Santa Clara Mortuary

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