Dena Rae battled lung cancer, but it never stopped her from giving her all to her
family. She passed away peacefully in her home surrounded by her children and loving
husband. She was born in Renton, Wa. on December 9, 1949.
She had a long, successful career as an entrepreneur and spent many years
in management. She taught her children as well as others around her the value of
hard work which they will benefit forever.
Dena Rae was a loving and dedicated companion to her husband who were rarely
seen apart for 54 years. They fell in love at first sight, then married shortly after.
Dena Rae was preceded in death by her parents Ralph Dean Moser, Patricia Benton Moser
and Palma Gormley Moser.
Dena Rae is survived by her husband William Ford, sons Richard Ford, Erick Ford,
and Matthew Ford. Her Daughter-in-Laws Kim Ford and Denise Ford,
grandchildren Milo Ford and Melanie Clifton as well as her 6 cherished brothers
and sisters. In Lieu Of Flowers Dena requested donations be made to the American
Cancer Society, P.O. Box 6704, Hagerstown, MD 21714 Online condolences and fond memories may be shared with the Ford family at www.sherwoodchapel.com.
Sherwood Chapel & Memorial Gardens
3176 Airport Highway
Alcoa, TN 37701
865-970-2955
