Denny Mitts Obituary

Denny Earl Mitts, 81, of Masontown, WV, passed on peacefully to be with the Lord in the early hours of Saturday, July 19, 2025, while in the presence of his beloved wife and children.

He was born on March 21, 1944, in Taylorsville, MD, a son of the late Pearl (Hooper) Mitts and stepfather, Earl Mitts.

Denny was a loving and cheerful husband, father, grandfather and great- grandfather. He was deeply devoted to his wife, Cora, with whom he spent many joyful years. His children, Victoria and Denny also enjoyed many special moments with him during his life. In addition, Denny's grandchildren and great-grandchildren were very special and dear to him, each occupying a very bright place in his life and heart. Denny felt that the presence of his family was a true blessing from God. He cherished and wholly loved everyone he called his family and a friend. Included in those Denny considered family were the members of his local church, He's Alive Tabernacle. Among those dearest to him, were Pastor John Wagner and his wife, Tonya, who became very close to Denny in recent years.

Denny was a Union Electrician with IBEW Local #26 of Washington, D.C. for many years. He proudly served his country in the United States Navy. Denny's service included recruit training in Illinois and was then stationed with Training Squadron VT2 in Whiting Field Milton, FL, followed by Patrol Squadron VP24 in Keflavik, Iceland.

Throughout his life, Denny enjoyed a variety of hobbies that reflected his creative drive, talents, and diverse interests. These included scale-model building, photography, horticultural studies, recreational shooting, fishing, and game sportsmanship. At the forefront of all activities was his deep desire to share and discuss the Gospel of Jesus Christ with others. Denny was a witness for God to many people over the years.

Denny is survived by his wife, Cora Lee (Shaffer) Mitts; children, Victoria Louetta Lavinia Nicholson and husband Bill, and Denny Jesse and wife, Angie; grandchildren, Christopher, Dillan and wife, Icie, Tyler, and Jocelyn; great-grandchildren, Izak, Elijah, and Noah; siblings, Ty Mitts and wife, Lynn, Earlene Sawyer and husband, John, and Sue White-Wagaman.

In addition to his parents, Denny is preceded in death by his brothers, Dwayne and Henry.

The family would like to say a special "Thank you" to the staff of Amedisys Hospice for the kindness and care given to Denny and his family. An extra special "Thank you" is extended to Jill and McKayla for taking the extra time to make Denny feel loved the morning before his passing.

Friends may call to the Field Funeral Home in Masontown, WV, on Thursday, July 24, 2025, from 1:00 pm until the 5:00 pm time of service with Pastor John Wagner and lay speaker, Joseph Wagner officiating. A fellowship dinner will immediately follow at Sturgiss Church, 1491 Snake Hill Road, Masontown, WV 26542.

To honor his wishes, Denny will be cremated. The Field Funeral Home will provide professional and compassionate cremation services.

Flower are welcomed, any donations in Denny's memory may be made to the food bank program operated by He's Alive Tabernacle, c/o Pastor John D. Wagner II, 171 Windham Place, Masontown, WV 26542.

Condolences may be extended online to the family at www.fieldfuneralhome.com.