Denise Gates Obituary

Dear Tom and Family,
Our sincere thoughts and prayers are with you. Denise was a kind, friendly, special person to me so many years ago. I think of Denise often and remember the fun times we had in high school. She was a gem to all she met. I know she will be deeply missed. God bless you!

So sorry for your loss Tom, Christina, Kyle and family. Denise was a wonderful person to know. You are all in our prayers for peace that surpasses all understanding and comfort.
The Vanhoutan Family

So sorry to hear of your loss. Denise was a great lady and always sweet and kind to the younger siblings of classmates, to include me. My thoughts and prayers go out to the family.

So Sorry to hear. Denise was one of the sweetest girls I knew in high school in Manitou. She was friendly and kind to everyone. My Love to her family.

We were so sorry to hear about Denise. We will always remember the wonderful softball days and how much fun we always had.

God bless you and your family.

Russ and I were so sorry to hear about Denise. We will always remember the wonderful softball days and how much fun we had.

God bless you and your family during this sad time.

Russ and Vangie Barnett

Oh, Denise! This makes my heart so sad. I have so many fond memories of you! You were the sweetest sister to your sibs. I remember walking with you and Marty all the way home up the pass in the creek from the school the last day of 8th grade. Going with Mr. and Mrs. Clifford up to Leadville? Or was it Buena Vista? for the C squad basketball game on Valentine's Day. Your cool dormer cubby bedroom in GMF. How proud and impressed I was that my buddy, Denise, could beat any guy in the class arm wrestling! I can't believe you're gone. But the legacy of love and care I'm sure you left behind with your kids and Tom and everyone who knew you will live warmly on in hearts and memories, as it will in mine. Rest in well deserved peace.

What a wonderful friend and classmate. Our prayers go out to your family.

Denise will be so very missed by all who loved and knew her. I will always remember her as the big sister of the Hamann family, always protective and caring of her other sisters. May God wrap His arms around your family as you walk through this together.

I was so sorry to hear about Denise. She always had a place in my heart which grew when she met Tom and had a family. She kept in touch with my mom which meant so much to my mom and to me. Such a giving person!! I know your family love will comfort you always.

Denise, you were a wonderful neighbor and friend to the Couch Family. You made us feel welcome when we first moved onto the property and always brought goodies to our house during the Christmas Holiday.

Our prayers are with your family at this time.

Dick and Sharon Couch

My heart is saddened at the passing of a beloved classmate. May God bless you and your family, and may the memories from a life well lived sustain you through the coming weeks.

I am so sorry to learn of Denise's passing. She always radiated love and kindness. Blessings and comfort for you all.

I am sorry for your loss and have many fond memories of her from high school, my prayers go out to you all.

I am sorry to hear of Denise being gone. I have so many wonderful memories of her at swim meets. Sweet lady and kind to all around her.

I'm so sorry for the loss of your dear wife and mother. May the God of all comfort be with you and give you strength and comfort during this difficult time.