Irene Louise

Denny

Irene Louise Denny, 75, of Rockford, departed this earthly life May 23, 2015 at Fairhaven Nursing Home after a long illness. She was born August 26, 1939 in Athens, Alabama the daughter of Jerry and Della Cannon. Irene lived 72 years in Rockford coming from Athens. She married Delbert Deny Sr. in Rockford, July 12, 1958. Irene was employed serval years by the Rockford Public School District #205 before retiring. She was a member of Providence Baptist Church serving in the Golden Ages Choir, the Kitchen Committee and with the Girl Scouts. She graduated from East High School.
Irene leaves to cherish many loving memories, her husband, Delbert Sr; son Delbert (Wanda) Denny Jr., daughters Angela Holliman and Diahann Woodard; five grandchildren, one great granddaughter; and her sister, Idella (Luther) Rainer. She was predeceased by her parents, and her brother Roy McLin.
Service will be held 11:00a.m. Saturday, May 30, 2015 at Providence Baptist Church 2209 Clifton Avenue, with Pastor DeCarto Draper officiating. No viewing will be held. Visitation will be held from 9:00a.m. until the time of service at the church. Arrangements completed by Carl E. Ponds Funeral Home 2429 W. State Street.