Grove, Denise (Melee), May 16, 1929 to January 23, 2015, of Stamford, CT, was predeceased by her husband Melvin Grove, DVM and her children, Stephen and Gary. She is survived by her nephews Kenneth (Janet) Grossman, DVM of Margate, NJ, and Daniel (Carol) Grossman, DMD of Cary, NC, and by several great nieces and nephews. Denise was a much respected social worker in Fairfield County and was active in supporting services for the disabled. Funeral services will be held Saturday, January 31st at 1:00pm in the Leo P. Gallagher & Son Funeral Home 2900 Summer Street Stamford. Interment will follow in Long Ridge Union Cemetery Erskine Road Stamford. Online condolences may be made by visiting www.leopgallagherstamford.com