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1933 - 2011
 Larry The Painter Leroy Denevan age 77 of Fenwick passed away Saturday March 5 2011 at his daughter's home near Greenville. He was born in Greenville on June 9 1953 the son of James and Bertha Hansen Denevan. He was owner of Larry's Painting for many years in Greenville. He graduated from Greenville High School in 1953 and served in the US Army. He was a member of the Moose Lodge of Greenville and the Eagles. He enjoyed golfing and bowling. He married Edie Palmer in Greenville on January 14, 1963. He is survived by is wife Edie, their children; Larry Denevan II, Debby and Chris Pethers and James Denevan all of Greenville, his grandchildren, Amanda, Krista, Brett, Chelsee, Kaitlyn, Jimmy and great granddaughter, Paislee, his sister Betty Williamson and brother James Sonny Denevan both of Florida, Edie's family, Lewis Palmer of Stanton and Anne Burgess of Greenville. He was preceded in death by his parents, sister Dorothy Blumberg and sister-in-law, Louise Schaffer.
Funeral services will be 1 PM Wednesday March 9, 2011 at Hurst Funeral Home with Rev. Ken Harger officiating. Visitation will be Tuesday from 5 to 8 PM at the funeral home. Memorial contributions are suggested to the American Heart Association
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There are currently 15 condolences.
Brenda DuMond
Friday March 11, 2011 at
3:56 PM
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We are so sorry to hear about Uncle Larry's passing. We always enjoyed his smile and sense of humor. He will be missed! Our thoughts and prayers are with you all during this time of mourning.
Love, Bob and Brenda DuMond
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Kathy Rich
Wednesday March 9, 2011 at
12:40 PM
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No words can express the sorrow you will carry or help ease your pain. I just want you to know that my thoughts and prayers will be with you and yours during this difficult time. Deepest Sympathy
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Ray & Kathy Schafer
Wednesday March 9, 2011 at
12:17 PM
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Edie,
even though it has been 30 yrs. plus, since I have seen you or Larry, I still check with my girls about you. I am sorry to hear of Larry's passing. All things happen for a reason even though we do not know why, But God does know and maybe someday we will
God Bless You.
Love,
Ray And Kathy Schafer
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Denise, Chelsea & Brent Tazelaar-Gates & Doug Brown
Wednesday March 9, 2011 at
4:01 AM
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Although no words can really help to ease the loss you all bear, just know that you are very close in every thought and prayer. Larry will be dearly missed.
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Deana Rosen (daughter of Sylvia Petersen)
Tuesday March 8, 2011 at
6:49 PM
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To The Denevan Family,
I am so sorry to hear about Larry's passing. I remeber him with a smile on his face and a kind word to share. He was a very sweet man and will be greatly missed. You all are in my thoughts and prayers.
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Jerry's Paint Store
Tuesday March 8, 2011 at
5:43 PM
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Larry was one of the first and, without question, friendliest customers we had the privilege to serve after buying Jerry's Paint. He was a good friend over the years. We've missed seeing him since his retirement. Larry touched the lives of many people in his years of painting. Our thoughts are with you.
Peter, David & Lisa Ralph
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Krista Holland
Tuesday March 8, 2011 at
1:32 PM
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Grandpa, I miss you so much! Each and every day that passes will not only be another day of sorrow, but another day to be greatful that you were a part of my life. I'm going to miss your laugh and witty jokes! I love you soo much!
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Gerald and Mary Ellen Tovatt
Tuesday March 8, 2011 at
10:17 AM
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when we first moved to Greenville in 1980 we needed some work done and EVERYONE said....."Oh, you want Larry the Painter". We did, and he was a friend forever....always smiling, bringing our kids chocolate chip cookies each day he worked. We will miss him.
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Chief Dickinson
Tuesday March 8, 2011 at
8:57 AM
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Please accept our condolences for your loss on behalf of Montcalm Township Fire Dept. Know that our thoughts and prayers are with you all in your time of need.
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Gloria Noll
Tuesday March 8, 2011 at
1:25 AM
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Eddie and family, so sorry to hear about Larry. He will be deeply missed at the Bowling Alley.
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Gene and Barb (Sharp) Higginson
Monday March 7, 2011 at
7:41 PM
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Edie, Larry II, Debbie, and Jimmy, so sorry to hear your husband,and father Larry I (the painter), has left a big hole in your hearts by passing away. He was a very friendly man. Edie, you and I had so much fun on the school bus many years ago, then my husband and I met Larry's Mom, Bertha and liked her very much, then low and behold if our son, Steve, and your son Larry, became friends. My Mom passed away 15 months ago and I know you are all suffering. May God bless and keep you until you all meet again.
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misty laisure
Monday March 7, 2011 at
7:35 PM
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larry we are going to miss ya our thoughts and prayers go out to your family
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Edith Marrow
Monday March 7, 2011 at
3:03 PM
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Edie, so sorry to hear that Larry has passed away.This is also for the kids and family.
Everyone liked Larry and his family so much as they were and are very special people. May God bless everyone in there sorrow.
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Caroline and Stanley Hoisington
Monday March 7, 2011 at
2:56 PM
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Edie and family, So sorry to hear that another good friend passed on.
Larry has passed through many of our lives and was always kind and good to everyone. A loving father and husband.
Our prayers are with all of the family. God bless all of you.
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Ron and Brenda Tipton
Monday March 7, 2011 at
1:03 PM
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Edie,
So sorry to hear about Larry's passing. He was one great guy. Always so friendly and always made a point to stop and say hi when ever I would see him. I think of him often as he was the one that painted the walls in our house. I am sure he will be missed by many. Take care and hold onto all of your special memories.
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